Associate Professor of Dental Medicine

Position Title: Associate Professor of Dental Medicine

Position Control Number: 998435

Type of Position: Faculty

Position Status: Full‑time

Campus: Western University Campus‑Pomona, CA

Position Location: California

Department: 1901‑College of Dental Medicine

Job Summary

This is a College of Dental Medicine Full‑Time faculty position within Western University of Health Sciences and is offered in conjunction with an administrative appointment. Together the faculty role (PCN 998435) and the administrative role (PCN 998879) comprise a full‑time position (1.0 FTE / 5 days per week). The salary range listed in this posting represents the total compensation for the combined faculty and administrative responsibilities. The primary purpose of the Associate Professor of Dental Medicine Faculty member is to conduct teaching, patient care activities, scholarly and service activities in support of the mission, goals and objectives of the College and University.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Recognized knowledge and experience in area of expertise.
• Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to interact in an effective and positive manner with individuals of diverse backgrounds, including administration, faculty, students, staff and outside contacts.
• Ability to effectively conduct detail‑oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities in an academic environment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications

• Education: D.D.S. or D.M.D from an institution accredited by the ADA Commission on Dental Accreditation or equivalent.
• Licensure and Certification: Must have active California license or be qualified to obtain licensure in California.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a residency program in advanced general dentistry (GPR or AEGD) and / or 3‑5 years of clinical practice.
• Experience in academics and/or clinical research.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote an atmosphere of respect for individual dignity in the humanistic tradition of the University.
• Promote a general atmosphere within the College and University of respect for knowledge, thought and inquiry.
• Promote the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.
• Exhibit commitment to diversity and social justice.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of courses and academic programs within the College and University.
• Assist in developing and implementing curriculum, methods of instruction and those aspects of student life which relate to the dental educational process as assigned.
• Effectively fulfill lecture, seminar and/or didactic assignments and responsibilities as assigned.
• Independently design and present a course or portion of a course utilizing an appropriate combination of instructional methodologies, including lecture, seminar, laboratory, problem‑based learning, case‑based learning, and/or online modules as assigned.
• Prepare appropriate student assessments in a course or a portion of a course including quizzes, examinations, projects, oral examinations, portfolios, and/or didactic performance evaluations as assigned.
• Conduct classes and simulation clinic assignments according to the published schedule.
• Maintain intellectual integrity and strive for academic excellence.
• At the beginning of each course, provide students with a syllabus indicating material to be covered, related assignments, competencies to be achieved, and methods of evaluation.
• Promote adequate standards of linguistic expression in writing and speech.
• Maintain current records of the progress, including grades, of each student enrolled in his/her class.
• Keep on file in an appropriate location an outline and list of goals and objectives for each lecture, including terminal WesternU College of Dental Medicine competencies supported by that lecture.
• Assist with the implementation of an efficient, patient‑centered dental practice that supports the educational mission of the College.
• Assist with the implementation of the continuum of the dental students’ clinical experience from the foundational didactic skills in the dental simulation clinic preparing students for patient‑centered care that integrates basic and behavioral science, as appropriate.
• Be readily available to students for mentoring and consultation.
• Advise students regarding curriculum, graduation requirements, etc., and provide referrals as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain scholarly activity in his/her area of expertise, as applicable.
• Meet requirements for promotion and tenure in the College, as applicable.
• The faculty member has the right and obligation to participate in scheduled meetings of the general faculty.
• Election to or appointment to College and/or University committees should be considered a privilege and faculty members are encouraged to share in these responsibilities.
• Actively participate in appropriate professional societies and associations.
• Participate in the provision of patient care services, as assigned, including:
  • Direct patient care that supports the educational needs of the program.
  • Direct patient care to community members that may be too complex for students to provide.
  • Direct patient care to community members consistent with the community service mission of the College and University.
• This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties for this position. The College of Dental Medicine reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Posting Details

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm; Some evenings and weekends are required.

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. The University culture creates a nurturing and supportive environment that encourages student success and fosters a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and inclusion.

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum: $190,000.00 Annually
Maximum: $230,000.00 Annually

Physical Demands

Essential functions may require lifting up to 10 pounds, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, and occasionally standing, walking, stooping, and smelling. The employee must use hands to operate a PC, speak, and hear. Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Describe Work Environment

Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory or clinic setting. The noise level in these settings is usually moderate.

Conditions of Employment - Background Check

To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information.

Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)

It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation #1
• Letter of Recommendation #2
• Letter of Recommendation #3