Associate Professor

Associate Professor

The orthodontic program exists in a rich environment within a prestigious academic health center, a superb public university located in a growing, culturally diverse metropolitan city. The outstanding clinician, educator and scientist will be expected to develop independent, and sustainable teaching commitment and research programs. Candidates with ABO certified or eligible for ABO certification are preferable. This clinician will be focused on innovative clinical and translational research to advance orthodontics in the 21st century. Almost all the dental specialties are represented at the College, and all are involved in the pre-doctoral student curriculum, so having experience teaching pre-doctoral and graduate orthodontics is highly desirable. This clinician will have strong knowledge on modern technology and a track record of securing extramural research funds is highly desirable. The successful clinician will fully participate in the division's activities. Rank will be determined by applicant's qualifications and experience. Candidates with a diverse background are encouraged to apply.

Educational Requirements: a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or equivalent degree, advanced education in orthodontics (Master of Science (MS) or certificate), and PhD degree in biomedical sciences with good records of publications and experience in grant writing.

Tenure faculty (regardless of rank) - persons with the titles of professor, associate professor, assistant professor and instructor who serve on appointments totaling 50% or more service to the university and who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty member's tenure initiation unit (TIU) and, as appropriate, regional campus; obligations will include research, service and/or teaching or clinical practice. These faculty will have earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study or possession of equivalent experience.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday.

Application materials must include:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vita (CV
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring

Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary, administrative augmentation, and academic rank are commensurate with qualifications. Candidates should submit a personal statement that delineates professional qualifications and career goals, along with curriculum vitae and three professional references.

The College

The College of Dentistry (CoD) distinguishes itself nationally by engaging faculty throughout the campus, around the state, and across the country in a host of experiences that provide enriching opportunities. The College of Dentistry is Ohio's only state-supported dental school, and it educates more than 60% of the state's dentists. Comprised of ten divisions, the college supports nine advanced education programs accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. In pre-doctoral clinical education, eight small group practice clinics that focus on comprehensive care will provide an ideal environment for dental and dental hygiene students to work in a vertically integrated model for delivering care.

The Division

The Division of Orthodontics is well known for its outstanding graduate program and for training future leaders of orthodontists and researchers.

The division's faculty members have dedicated their careers to the orthodontic profession while being supported by excellent and caring clinical and administrative staff and assistants. Our main goal is to provide students with the highest-quality education and to be proficient in the clinical specialty of orthodontics. We also provide a program of education in the clinical specialty that satisfies the standards of the Commission on Accreditation of the American Dental Association and the American Board of Orthodontics. The graduate program consists of intensive didactic, clinical and research components.

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes' list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

The Ohio State University's Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).

Located in Ohio's capital city, Ohio State's Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.