Clinical Track Periodontics Faculty (C/T) Open Rank– Periodontics

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

34d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine (CUSDM) seeks outstanding applicants for a full-time, clinical track position in the Department of Diagnostic Sciences and Surgical Dentistry. The Department of Diagnostic Sciences and Surgical Dentistry is home to the divisions of Periodontics, Diagnostic Sciences, Maxillofacial Radiology and AI Technology, Endodontics and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. This clinical teaching (C/T) track full-time position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor (C/T), Associate Professor (C/T), or Professor (C/T) depending upon candidate qualifications. This position is located at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here

Requirements

A DDS/DMD degree from a CODA accredited U.S. dental school or foreign equivalent
Completion of a CODA accredited periodontics specialty program
Periodontics board certification or eligible for certification
Eligibility for a Colorado dental license
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

The preferred candidate will have academic experience and a demonstrated commitment to working in a collaborative and multi-cultural environment; and must be committed to the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct.
Experience in educational innovation to include use of technology in education with preference given to those with previous teaching and evidence of research experience
Demonstrated leadership, organizational and communication skills are required.
IV sedation certification (State of Colorado).

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position include undergraduate and graduate level didactic and clinical teaching, research, and patient care.
An academic focus is expected and can be developed in any number of areas across school programs and strengths, including dental education research, clinical, translational, or basic science research.
Opportunities to participate in the Dental Faculty Practice are available.