Faculty Professor Teaching Associate - Full-Time

Job Title
Associate Professor

Department
Dentistry | Pediatric Dentistry

Position Overview
The Ohio State University College of Dentistry (OSUCOD) seeks applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor, associate professor or professor for the Division of Pediatric Dentistry at OSUCOD. The primary responsibilities will include oral health research initiatives, didactic teaching and clinical instruction and supervision of residents as well as dental and dental hygiene students in all sites of patient care. This candidate will also provide direct patient care in the dental faculty practice, participate in scholarly activity, and rotate on-call duties with other full-time faculty. Other duties include supporting the overall mission of the division, participating in university, college, and hospital governance, contributing to the college’s continuing education programs, and maintaining a significant and impactful research presence.

Performance Objectives

Promote evidence-based teaching skills in an education setting, proficiency in Pediatric Dentistry, and a strong track record of scholarly activity.

Commit significant time to research and obtaining and maintaining extramural funding supporting research in oral health.

Engage in research within the college and across other health science units at the Ohio State University and demonstrate high-quality scholarly work, including presentations at professional meetings and publications of basic or clinical research. The tenure-track faculty member will have a much greater emphasis placed on the pursuit of research and extramural funding in accordance with promotion requirements.

Demonstrate a passion for student education.

Apply advanced technology to enhance teaching and learning.

Participate in teaching activities consistent with division goals.

Demonstrate effective teaching skills through student and peer reviews.

May serve as course director which includes preparation and distribution of course materials, management of lecture/laboratory schedules, and conducting and grading of all examinations.

Support a model for dental education that includes the incorporation of innovative technologies, interdisciplinary education and patient care, and evidence-based dentistry.

Provide interdisciplinary mentoring to students.

Demonstrate collaboration between college divisions.

Participation in college and/or university committees.

Membership in professional organizations and contributions to professional activities outside of the university.

Live The Ohio State University’s Shared Values.

Education and Experience Requirements
Required: Candidates must have a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent degree, a certificate of pediatric dentistry from a CODA-accredited program and be a candidate for board certification by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. They also must be eligible for a regular or limited teaching license by the Ohio State Dental Board and sedation permit, to be credentialed at the OSUCOD, and to obtain a medical staff appointment at NCH. Information on state dental licensure is available at dental.ohio.gov/Licensure/Dentist.

Desired: Preference will be given to candidates with substantial full-time teaching experience and experience in the application of advanced pediatric dentistry education and an MS, PhD, or other advanced degree associated with significant research expertise. Applicants with extramural funding supporting research will be given preference as well. Board certification by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry is highly desirable.

Additional Information
Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

Application Materials Required
Application materials must include a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV), statement of research, statement of teaching and mentoring, and any other documentation requested during the application process.

Location
Postle Hall (0024)

Position Type
Regular

Scheduled Hours
40

Shift
First Shift

Equal Opportunity Statement
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Background Check
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.

During the post offer process, a drug screen or physical may be required.

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