Professor - General Dentistry

Overview

The Department General Dentistry seeks a full-time non-tenure Open Rank Professor position. This position plays a pivotal role in contributing to the education, clinical training, and professional development of dental students. This position will be actively engaged across multiple sub-departments, including Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD), Operative Dentistry, and the Group Leader Program, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience for students.

Additionally, provides supervisory support in the Dental Hygiene program, serving as a clinical instructor when needed.

• TEACHING AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT:
  Deliver didactic, pre-clinical, and clinical instruction in General Dentistry, ensuring students develop competency in evidence-based practices.
• Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Clinical Supervision And Patient Care:
  Provides hands-on clinical training, guiding students in diagnostic, preventive, and restorative procedures.
• Supervise students working as either an Operative Dentist or Group leader, ensuring adherence to best practices in patient care.
• Act as a supervising doctor in the Dental Hygiene program, offering clinical oversight and mentorship.
• Maintain an active role in faculty practice, contributing to patient care and clinical research initiatives.
• Provide mentorship to residents within the Advanced Education in General Dentistry.

• Work closely with faculty across various dental disciplines to integrate interdisciplinary approaches into student education.
• Participate in faculty committees, accreditation processes, and strategic planning initiatives to support institutional goals.
• Engage in community outreach programs, promoting oral health education and access to care.

• Contribute to departmental research, supporting advancements in General Dentistry techniques and education.
• Mentor students and junior faculty in research projects, publications, and presentations.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in dentistry, integrating them into teaching and clinical practice.

EDUCATION: DDS or DMD or international equivalent.

LICENSES: Eligibility for Tennessee Dental License or teaching license.

• Experience in private practice or advanced graduate training in General Dentistry.
• Prior teaching experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and contemporary dental techniques.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to interdisciplinary collaboration and clinical environment.

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