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The University of Utah School of Dentistry (UUSOD) seeks oral health clinicians with the skills and interest to educate and train an exceptionally talented group of students in a university environment. The UUSOD thrives on high-quality education and innovation while being committed to providing care to underserved populations across the state of Utah.

Faculty are hired at the instructor, assistant, associate or full professor rank. Rank is determined by the candidate’s experience and qualifications. In addition, the UUSOD has many opportunities for career advancement and leadership development. Compensation is based on the published ADEA compensation ranges, and we offer an excellent benefits package including immediate vesting of 20.2% (14.2% automatic, plus an additional 6% contingent on the UUSOD’s annual renewal) to retirement with no match required, for all faculty that work more than 50% time. We also offer up to 25 days of vacation per year and much more. You can learn more about the benefits package at https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/. This position requires 40-100% FTE or 2–5-day commitment.

Qualified candidates should have a DDS or equivalent degree and be eligible for a dental license in Utah. Individuals with dental specialty training and board certification (and/or are eligible for board certification) are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities will include educating and mentoring students in the DDS program. Clinical training occurs within the School of Dentistry and its satellite community health clinics.

The school fosters a humanistic, evidence-based approach to education and patient care. We are looking for applicants who are committed to creating a humanistic environment; who will educate and mentor dental students to be technically proficient in all aspects of primary oral health care and can serve as role models for the compassionate and ethical care of patients. We also seek individuals whose drive and intellectual curiosity help advance research that leads to new therapeutics for oral health care. Finally, we seek applicants with insights and vision for partnering with other primary healthcare professionals to improve oral and overall health for patients.

Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter that summarizes teaching, clinical and scholarly experiences, and three professional references’ names/contact information. All references must be outside the University of Utah and/or its affiliates. Submit all applications to:

https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/140811

Inquires may be directed to:
Dr. Jeri Bullock
Chair of the Faculty Search Committee,
School of Dentistry
[email protected]

Review will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.