Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice = Dept of Resotrative Dentistry

Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice - Dept of Resotrative Dentistry Washington (Seattle) Founded in 1945, the University of Washington (UW) School of Dentistry is internationally recognized for excellence in dental education, research, and patient care. We attract top-tier faculty and students who are committed to advancing oral health through innovation, scholarship, and clinical expertise. It serves as a center of excellence in orofacial healthcare for Washington state and the Pacific Northwest. Please visit the UW School of Dentistry Profile . The UW is one of the world’s preeminent research universities and the oldest public university in the Pacific Northwest. It is an internationally ranked public university, serving diverse students, faculty, and staff, and is committed to educating and working in a multicultural environment. The institution engages in teaching, research, and service. It is both a state government institution and a public university, and meets the federal requirement of a “public service organization” as defined by the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program . The UW School of Dentistry follows a year-round (12-month) academic program. The Department of Restorative Dentistry is nationally and internationally recognized as one of the premier departments in the country, known for the exceptional quality of its predoctoral and graduate programs. The Department has dedicated and experienced faculty, both full and part-time, with a strong commitment to excellence in education, patient care, scholarly activity, research, and public health. It is the School of Dentistry's largest department, with the greatest number of faculty, and courses within the curriculum. The Department of Restorative Dentistry includes the disciplines of Operative Dentistry, Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics, Implantology, Dental Materials Science, Dental Anatomy and Occlusion and the Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics. The Department of Restorative Dentistry is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive learning environment. The Department of Restorative Dentistry at the UW is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice in Prosthodontics. The appointment is not tenure eligible. The appointment length is up to 5 years, with one to 3 years as the standard initial appointment. There are no limits on the number of reappointments. The position is eligible for promotion within the Clinical Practice track. The primary duties of this position include serving as Course Director or Co-course Director for removable prosthodontics courses. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive coverage of the 3rd and 4th year dental clinics and deliver lectures to dental students throughout the predoctoral curriculum. This position will be expected to engage in effective clinical and didactic teaching. Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to, strong interpersonal skills, accountability, leadership, teaching experience in removable prosthodontics and digital dentistry workflow. Scholarship engagement and service are also expected. Qualifications Minimum requirements include a DDS/DMD degree or foreign equivalent, and completion of a post-graduate program in Prosthodontics accredited by the ADA CODA or the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC). Candidates must be board-eligible in Prosthodontics and eligible for licensure to practice dentistry in the State of Washington. The base salary range for this position will be $10,833 - $12,500 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Applications, including a letter of interest, CV, and list of three references (name, work title, affiliated institution, phone number and email address), should be addressed to the attention of Dr. Sami Dogan, Committee Chair, View email address on click.appcast.io . The position is open until filled, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. Applications received by March 16, 2026, will be given priority. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all.As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr