Assistant/Associate/ Professor-In-Residence of Clinical Sciences (Endodontics), School of Dental Medicine [R0135266]

Assistant/Associate/Professor-In-Residence of Clinical Sciences (Endodontics)

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant/Associate/Professor-In-Residence of Clinical Sciences (Endodontics), School of Dental Medicine [R0135266]

The School of Dental Medicine is seeking applications to fill two (2) full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track Faculty-In-Residence of Clinical Sciences. Responsibilities include management of the pre-doctoral endodontic curriculum, including pre-clinical and clinical endodontic courses; and supervision and delivery of patient care both in a general dentistry clinical environment and specialty clinic. Academic and clinical support for Advanced Education programs in General Practice Residency, Pediatric Dentistry, and Orthodontics is required. Opportunity for intramural faculty practice/extramural private practice is available.

UNLV School of Dental Medicine, the only accredited dental school in Nevada, opened its doors during fall 2002 offering a doctor of dental medicine degree to an initial cohort of 75 students. Today, the school receives more than 1,800 applications for an available 82 seats within its pre-doctoral program; offers eight academic degree and advanced education certificate programs; conducts biomedical research within 4,000 square feet of laboratory space; hosts continuing education classes to industry professionals; leads multiple community outreach programs; and has more than 70,000 patient visits per year.

The School of Dental Medicine's education programs are accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and have maintained that status since 2002.

This position requires a D.M.D. or D.D.S. degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Completion of specialty program in Endodontics from a CODA approved dental school. Must be eligible for licensure in Nevada. Licensure in Nevada requires that the candidate has graduated from a CODA approved dental school in the United States or Canada. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

Three years of experience in a dental teaching environment and Board certification in Endodontics is highly desirable.

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Benefits of working at UNLV include a competitive total rewards package including paid time off, sick leave, and holidays; excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision; comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs; no state income tax; tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools; and tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.

Additional perks and programs include employee recognition and appreciation programs; UNLV athletics ticket discounts; statewide employee purchase program discounts; RebelCard discounts on and off campus; wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost; opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles; connect with colleagues with shared interests; personal and professional development opportunities; a comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard; and support and resources available for veteran applicants.

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Kimberly Nehls, Search Committee Chair.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on immediately.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact View email address on click.appcast.io for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources.