Lecturer of Dental Health
About The Position
The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Lecturer of Dental Health located on the UMA Bangor Campus. This position is a nine-month academic year appointment starting on September 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027, and may be renewed annually until earning just-cause status after 6 years. The major duties for this appointment include but are not limited to teaching and advising students. Teaching assignments may include didactic, preclinical, clinical, and laboratory courses in the Dental Hygiene Program. UMA faculty are expected to be: Excellent teachers Responsive to changing professional needs Committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning Committed to effective use of technology The successful candidate will be active in university service through student advising, curriculum development, and community outreach. About the University [https://www.uma.edu/] UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs. UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Health, Education, or a related field
- Maine RDH License in good standing and Maine Local Anesthesia Authority must be documented by the date of hire
- Minimum of two years of recent clinical experience
- Previous successful teaching experience in higher education preferably in dental hygiene
- Ability to travel statewide as needed (license and ability to provide transportation)
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree or matriculated in a Master's degree program in Health, Education, or a related field
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
- Previous successful teaching experience in higher education specifically in dental hygiene radiology and dental preclinical lab courses
- Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Docs, One Drive, and with electronic dental records software (e.g. Fuse, Eaglesoft, Dentrix, etc.)
- Active engagement in professional development, service, and professional associations
Responsibilities
- Teaching and advising students
- Teaching assignments may include didactic, preclinical, clinical, and laboratory courses in the Dental Hygiene Program
- Active in university service through student advising, curriculum development, and community outreach
Benefits
- UMA offers a wide range of benefits, including tuition benefits for employees and dependents, comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability as well as retirement plan options.
- The University of Maine System is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.
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Job Type
Full-time
