Term Assistant or Associate Professor of Dental Hygiene

The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA), School of Preventive and Therapeutic Sciences seeks an innovative, energetic individual who will work in the UAA Dental Hygiene program. The faculty member appointed to this position will provide advising to prospective and current Dental Hygiene students as well as didactic, laboratory, and clinical education to students enrolled in the Dental Hygiene program. The faculty member will contribute to the structure and daily operation of the program and clinic, including organization, administration, periodic review and evaluation, continued development, and general effectiveness of program curricula.

This position requires didactic and/or experiential teaching experience, along with a commitment to student-centered learning, student engagement, and teaching excellence. It also requires experience working in multicultural settings, advising students, assessing learning outcomes, and the ability to support the mission of the College of Health and UAA. Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as computer literacy, are essential.

Strong instructional skills to effectively teach Dental Hygiene (DH) courses, adapting to both classroom and laboratory settings.

A collaborative mindset to contribute to a supportive academic environment, and work effectively with colleagues, students, and community partners.

A commitment to student success, fostering engagement and supporting learners in achieving their academic and professional goals.

• A master’s degree or higher in dental hygiene or related field by time of hire
• Current (or obtained by time of hire) Alaska Dental Hygiene or Dental License
• Current (or obtained by time of hire) Alaska certification in Local Anesthesia (or Alaska Dental license)
• Basic life support certification or equivalent by time of hire

• State of Alaska Dental Hygiene Restorative Function endorsement
• State of Alaska Dental Hygiene Nitrous Oxide certificate

This is a term-funded, represented, 9 month per year position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

Salary is based on the level of academic appointment, applicable academic preparation, and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.

☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Lee Anne Carrothers at lcarrothers.

To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC). /

This position is term‑funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

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