Chair, Departments of Pediatric Dentistry and Community Health
Rutgers University
Recruitment/Posting Title Chair, Departments of Pediatric Dentistry and Community Health Department RSDM-Pediatric Dentistry Salary Commensurate With Experience Posting Summary Background of the Chair, Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Community Health
Rutgers School of Dental Medicine is searching for a Chair of the Departments of Pediatric Dentistry and Community Health. Responsibilities of the position will include the administration of the faculty and staff for the undergraduate and graduate programs in Pediatric Dentistry, Special Care Dentistry and Community Health. The department sponsors an active residency and post-graduate training program.
The Chair is expected to be a graduate of a CODA accredited training program with board certification in pediatric dentistry and eligibility for licensure in New Jersey. Successful candidates will have a track record of leadership, a strong interest in active clinical practice, and related scholarly achievement. It is expected that the Chair will participate in the intramural faculty practice, be eligible for hospital privileges at one of our teaching hospitals and hold an enteral sedation permit.
This Chair will be responsible for expanding the scope of clinical services as well as research initiatives in Pediatric Dentistry, Special Care Dentistry and Community Health. S/he will expand statewide outreach and education, and support the development of a new public health residency program in Community Health.
Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience.
1. Teaching – Building Upon the Strength of the Clinical Program and Training the Best Pediatric Dentists and Community health Professionals
Educating and training exceptional pediatric dentists is the highest priority of the RSDM Pediatric Dentistry Department. Teaching has always been recognized as the core strength of RSDM.
2. Academics, Scholarship, and Research
RSDM is distinguished by the academic and research training it requires of RSDM trained dentists. Research is a required element of scholarship for all RSDM postgraduate pediatric dental students.
3. Delivery of Dental Care to the Underserved and Those with Special Needs
A unique strength of the RSDM Pediatric Dentistry program is its close partnerships with the University Hospital’s Pediatric Department. Relationships with additional medical centers are a goal of RSDM as it seeks to expand care for patients requiring procedures in operating rooms.
4. Advocacy and Dental Policy A crucial part of the Department’s mission has been advocating for children and individuals with special health care needs. RSDM has a strong relationship with the State Department of Health and the state dental director.
5. Alumni and Professional Relations
There are over one hundred postgraduate alumni of the RSDM Pediatric Dentistry Residency program. In addition to RSDM alumni, New Jersey boasts a large community of pediatric dentists. Position Status Full Time Posting Number 24FA0252 Posting Open Date 03/06/2024 Posting Close Date
Rutgers School of Dental Medicine is searching for a Chair of the Departments of Pediatric Dentistry and Community Health. Responsibilities of the position will include the administration of the faculty and staff for the undergraduate and graduate programs in Pediatric Dentistry, Special Care Dentistry and Community Health. The department sponsors an active residency and post-graduate training program.
The Chair is expected to be a graduate of a CODA accredited training program with board certification in pediatric dentistry and eligibility for licensure in New Jersey. Successful candidates will have a track record of leadership, a strong interest in active clinical practice, and related scholarly achievement. It is expected that the Chair will participate in the intramural faculty practice, be eligible for hospital privileges at one of our teaching hospitals and hold an enteral sedation permit.
This Chair will be responsible for expanding the scope of clinical services as well as research initiatives in Pediatric Dentistry, Special Care Dentistry and Community Health. S/he will expand statewide outreach and education, and support the development of a new public health residency program in Community Health.
Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience.
1. Teaching – Building Upon the Strength of the Clinical Program and Training the Best Pediatric Dentists and Community health Professionals
Educating and training exceptional pediatric dentists is the highest priority of the RSDM Pediatric Dentistry Department. Teaching has always been recognized as the core strength of RSDM.
2. Academics, Scholarship, and Research
RSDM is distinguished by the academic and research training it requires of RSDM trained dentists. Research is a required element of scholarship for all RSDM postgraduate pediatric dental students.
3. Delivery of Dental Care to the Underserved and Those with Special Needs
A unique strength of the RSDM Pediatric Dentistry program is its close partnerships with the University Hospital’s Pediatric Department. Relationships with additional medical centers are a goal of RSDM as it seeks to expand care for patients requiring procedures in operating rooms.
4. Advocacy and Dental Policy A crucial part of the Department’s mission has been advocating for children and individuals with special health care needs. RSDM has a strong relationship with the State Department of Health and the state dental director.
5. Alumni and Professional Relations
There are over one hundred postgraduate alumni of the RSDM Pediatric Dentistry Residency program. In addition to RSDM alumni, New Jersey boasts a large community of pediatric dentists. Position Status Full Time Posting Number 24FA0252 Posting Open Date 03/06/2024 Posting Close Date
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