CLINICAL OR TENURE TRACK - PREVENTIVE & COMMUNITY

CLINICAL OR TENURE TRACK - PREVENTIVE & COMMUNITYRequisition # 75932Position Basics

Type of Position TENURE-TRACK/CLINICAL Advertising Ends on: Extended Until Position is Filled Advertising Started on: Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 College: College of Dentistry Department: Preventive & Community Dentistry
Salary

Salary: Commensurate
Position Details

Full/Part Time Status: Full Time Position Description:

The University of Iowa's College of Dentistry is conducting a search for a full-time clinical or tenure-track faculty member in the Department of Preventive & Community Dentistry.

Major responsibilities include:

• Didactic instruction and clinical supervision in the Preventive clinic, Geriatrics & Special Needs clinics, and Geriatric Mobile Unit;
• Providing/teaching continuing education courses in Preventive and/or Geriatrics & Special Needs dentistry;
• Participation in the departmental intramural private practice; and
• Scholarship to support and advance the specialty.

Tenure-track applicants must also:Participate in research activities culminating in peer-reviewed publications and/or extramural grant support, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will NOT cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage you to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

Education Requirement:

• DDS/DMD (or equivalent);

Required Qualifications:

• Licensed to practice dentistry in the in the State of Iowa or eligible for Faculty Permit issued by the Iowa Dental Board;
• Successful completion of a one-year advanced education program in Geriatrics and Special Needs Dentistry; and
• Extensive, relevant experience providing comprehensive dental care to frail, compromised, institutionalized, underserved, or special needs adult patients.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Clinical experience teaching Preventive and/or Geriatrics and Special Needs Dentistry in an academic environment;
• Experience implementing curriculum and/or teaching innovations;
• Established record of research in Dental Public Health, Preventive or Geriatrics and Special Needs Dentistry and/or record of success acquiring extramural grant support;
• Experience providing didactic instruction and mentoring of dental public health Masters and PhD students; and
• Certificate or Master's in Dental Public Health, or relevant discipline.

Online Application Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Interest Number of References: 3 Letters of Recommendation are required as part of the application process.
Upon submission, references selected will be notified by e-mail with directions on
how to electronically submit letters to the University of Iowa.

To start the Online Application process for this position, click the "Apply for This Position" button located below the Contact Information.

Contact Information

Contact: Leonardo Marchini - View email address on click.appcast.io
Cden-Preventive & Community De
Dental Science Building
801 Newton Road
N339 DSB
Iowa City, IA 52242-1001

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

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