Position Information **Position/Rank** School of Dentistry – Pre-Doctoral Director – Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery **Department** 01478 - SOD - EDUCATION **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Track** Non Tenure Track **New Position to Begin** As soon as possible **Details** The University of Utah School of Dentistry ( UUSOD ) seeks qualified candidates with the skills and interest in directing a pre-doctorate Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery ( OMFS ) program. The UUSOD thrives on high-quality education and innovation while being committed to providing care to underserved populations across Utah. This is a 0.8-1.0 FTE position or 4-5 days per week. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: + didactic, simulation, and clinical curriculum development that meet the programmatic requirements laid out by the Commission on Dental Accreditation ( CODA ) + managing and attending the pre-doctorate OMFS clinic, ensuring evidence-based care + faculty recruitment and calibration + work collaboratively with all UUSOD sections, including conservation and restoration, prosthodontics, endodontics, oral pathology, and periodontics Faculty are hired at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor rank. This position will be in the Career-line, (Clinical) Track. Rank will be dependent on qualifications. **Minimum Qualifications** + Possess a DDS , DMD , or equivalent degree and be eligible for an unrestricted dental license in Utah. Requirements for a Utah dental license are found on**DOPL**. + Extensive training or clinical practice in OMFS **Preferred Qualifications** + Completed an accredited advanced education program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery + Background in teaching + Background in clinical practice **Benefits** + 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 14.2% to retirement with no match required, for all faculty who work more than 50% of the time. We also offer up to 25 vacation days per year and much more. You can learn more about the benefits package at**https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/**. 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, that will educate and mentor dental students to be technically proficient in all aspects of primary oral health care and who 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 summarizing 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 and active in an academic or clinical setting. Submit all applications to:**https://utah.peopleadmin.com/hr/postings/173161**. Inquiries may be directed to: Dr. Jeri Bullock Chair of the Faculty Search Committee U of U School of Dentistry**Jeri.bullock@hsc.utah.edu** Review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. **Values and Culture** 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, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission. **EEO/Non-Discrimination Information** All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu **Notice** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“ URS ”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. **Special Instructions for Candidates** Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter summarizing 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 and active in an academic or clinical setting. Submit all applications to:**https://utah.peopleadmin.com/hr/postings/173161**. **Open Date** 10/25/2024 **Close Date** **Open Until Filled** Yes **Requisition Number** PRN03699F **Type** Faculty