Endodontics Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor

Hiring Department

University of Missouri-Kansas City
, School of Dentistry – Department of Endodontics

The University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry seeks two non- enure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Endodontics.

Faculty members will provide classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction and evaluate pre-doctoral students. Responsibilities include creating and delivering lecture presentations for didactic and laboratory classes and teaching endodontics in the main clinic daily.

This is a 12-month, benefit-eligible, non-tenure track faculty position. Work week may be 4 days (32 hours/.80 FTE) or 5 days (40 hours/1.0 FTE) by negotiation. Candidates hired for 1.0 FTE may be eligible to practice one day per week. Promotion is possible. Start date is upon hire or by negotiation. Workload promotes a positive work/life balance.

All candidates must have a DMD/DDS degree or equivalent, advanced training in Endodontics, and eligibility for a Missouri Dental Faculty permit.

Associate Clinical Professor candidates must additionally hold a terminal degree and maintain licensure with continuing education and at least one additional credential (e.g., specialty certification, fellowship, master’s degree in a supportive field). They must demonstrate excellence in teaching, including significant course or clinical instruction, student mentoring, and application of evidence-based practices. Candidates should contribute actively to the school, community, or profession through practice, outreach, professional associations, consulting, or committee service, and show achievements beyond the minimums such as educational innovations or recognized service.

Complete the online application at the University of Missouri careers site (Academic Positions, Job Opening  57355). Submit the following:

• Letter of interest detailing experience and qualifications for a ranked faculty position
• Curriculum vitae
• List of at least three current professional references
• All materials combined into one PDF or Word document named with no more than 50 characters, no special characters, and uploaded as the resume attachment

Official transcripts are required for finalists. Candidates will be notified if references are to be contacted. Selected candidates must pass a criminal background check prior to employment. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Rebecca Weisleder, Chair of the Department of Endodontics.

Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. Contact the Office of Equity and Title IX at (816) 235‑6910.

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until qualified candidates are selected.

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

This position is eligible for University benefits, including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.