Clinical Assistant Professor of Practice

Clinical Assistant Professor of Practice## Department:

Dentistry | Dental Hygiene The College of Dentistry at The Ohio State University is seeking a qualified and passionate individual to join our dental hygiene program as an assistant professor-practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dental hygiene, clinical experience, and a commitment to educating and mentoring the next generation of dental hygienists. This is a part-time (9 month) position with responsibilities in teaching, clinical and laboratory supervision for the autumn and spring semesters.
** Responsibilities:
**** Teaching
* * Provide instructional support in pre-clinical and laboratory sessions.

Evaluate student work according to established rubrics.

Foster a positive and interactive learning environment that promotes student engagement and success.

Maintain current educational methodology professional development.
** Clinical Education
** Provide hands-on clinical supervision and education to dental hygiene students during patient care procedures and/or during laboratory or pre-clinical class sessions.

Ensure compliance with established protocols and ethical standards in the clinical setting.

Offer constructive feedback to students to enhance their clinical skills and professionalism.

Evaluate student work according to established rubrics.

Foster a patient-centered, team-oriented learning environment.
** Education and Experience Requirements
**** Required
* * A Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene.

Current Ohio licensure as a dental hygienist.

Meets OSDB requirements to administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide sedation.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and clinical practice.
** Desired
* * Graduate degree in dental hygiene or related field.

Experience in dental hygiene education.

Strong clinical experience in dental hygiene practice.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff.
Active involvement in professional organizations and commitment to continued professional development.
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* How to Apply

** To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include:

Required:

* Resume or Curriculum Vita (CV)
** The College
** The College of Dentistry provides comprehensive patient care in an unparalleled learning environment with internationally recognized faculty and a supportive network of alumni and friends. In addition, our research programs provide students another dimension beyond classroom and clinical education. Students and faculty members are able to participate in both clinical and laboratory research in areas such as dental materials science, oral and maxillofacial pathology, hard tissue biology, microbiology, neuroscience, and immunology.

Our college is the only state-supported dental school in Ohio and consists of ten academic divisions representing all major dental specialties.

The divisions offer both patient care services and academic programs, allowing dentists to train as specialists. Also, our Outreach and Engagement activities include over 60 active programs and more than 42 extra mural sites, which continue to expand.
** Department Information
** The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is proud to offer the only dental school-based dental hygiene program in Ohio.

The college offers three dental hygiene programs. The baccalaureate degree in dental hygiene gives students a unique opportunity to prepare for an exciting profession, while also completing a baccalaureate degree at a nationally recognized university. Our program also gives students the option to select a specialization in either expanded functions dental auxiliary, dental hygiene…