Clinical Assistant Professor; Temporary
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Dental / Dentistry
Dentistry / General Dentist, Dental Hygiene, Oral Health
Job
Location:
Twin Cities
Job Family:
Academic
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Job Code: 9403C
Employee Class:
Instr Fac/TC and Coord Cmp
The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is now accepting applications for a temporary full-time, 12-month clinical track faculty position in the Division of Dental Hygiene. The School of Dentistry houses a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene program and a Master of Science in Dental Hygiene program, as well as a Master of Dental Therapy program. The University of Minnesota is a major research institution and the state's land-grant university.
It comprises four campuses throughout the state, the Twin Cities being the largest. The Academic Health Center offers an optimal setting for pursuing a career in the field of healthcare. Students who come to the University choose from nationally recognized programs. For more information about the University of Minnesota and the School of Dentistry visit:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and .
- Laboratory, pre-clinical and clinical instruction to dental hygiene, and dental therapy
- The dental, dental hygiene and dental therapy integrated curricula focus on a team-based delivery model that emphasizes community service and clinical enrichment in public health settings
- Additional responsibilities include committee assignments, research and service
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of a bachelor degree in Dental Hygiene or a related field is required.
- The candidate must be a graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program and be eligible for Minnesota licensure.
- The candidate must also have a minimum of two years clinical dental hygiene practice experience.
- Masters degree in dental hygiene, dental therapy, or a related field
- Minnesota restorative functions certificate
- Demonstrated leadership skills; didactic teaching experience, including oral pathology; demonstrated scholarship; and clinical experience teaching dental hygiene or dental students
- Minimum of three to five years clinical dental hygiene practice.
The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. The School of Dentistry advances health through scientific discovery, innovative education, and the highest quality care for all communities. Our impact extends beyond dental offices to classrooms and clinics throughout the region.
We educate dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators, and research scientists.
Pay Range: $72,000 - $75,000 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
- Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most…
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