Assistant Professor of Orthodontics

Case Western Reserve University:
School of Dental Medicine (FAC):
Department of Orthodontics (FAC)
Location

School of Dental Medicine

Aug 01, 2026

The Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine is searching for a Full-Time (100% FTE) faculty member in the Department of Orthodontics at the rank of assistant professor in the tenure track. Salary and rank will commensurate with qualifications and experience. The annual starting base salary range for this position is $150,000.

Case Western Reserve University considers factors such as, (but not limited to), the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer quality, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

In addition to the faculty base salary, this position includes the opportunity to generate supplemental income through participation in the orthodontic faculty practice plan.

University employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Responsibilities will include staffing the resident and DMD clinic and didactic teaching for residents and dental students.

Developing a focused research plan that will propel the candidate to national prominence within 7 years.

Participation in the faculty practice is optional and can be a significant source of supplemental income.

Candidates should commit to the institutional missions in teaching, research/scholarly activity, patient care, service, and organizational quality improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• DMD/DDS or equivalent
• Eligibility for an Ohio dental license or an Ohio Teaching license

The preferred candidate will:

• Have orthodontic residency training from a CODA-accredited program.
• Have board certification, (or in process), by the American Board of Orthodontics
• Demonstrate the potential for future administrative achievement and leadership roles in academic dentistry.
• Demonstrate the potential for future research and development with the potential to attract extramural funding.

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity by phone at  or by email atequity . Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.