Clinical Faculty; Three

New York

Oct 02, 2026

The NYU College of Dentistry, Department of General Dentistry and Comprehensive Care, is seeking three full-time, five-day clinical faculty members to join its faculty. The Department is responsible for the education and clinical development of predoctoral dental students across all four years of the curriculum (D1–D4), with a focus on dental anatomy, cariology, operative and aesthetic dentistry, communication skills, community-based dentistry, and comprehensive patient care.

An important goal of the Department is to prepare students to provide comprehensive dental care in a modern group practice environment. Students throughout all four years of the predoctoral program are integrated into group practices, where they provide patient care under the guidance and supervision of group practice directors and clinical faculty.

We are seeking Clinical (non-tenure) Track Faculty with credentials and teaching experience in general dentistry and comprehensive care. Successful candidates will contribute to the education and development of predoctoral students through teaching in clinical and simulation settings, participation in the University community, and engagement in scholarly and professional activities.

Responsibilities will include approximately 20% teaching foundational clinical skills through state-of-the-art simulation technology and hands‑on instruction in preparation for patient care,
60% supervision of students providing clinical care , and 20% professional development and scholarly activity
. Faculty will be expected to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment while helping students develop the clinical knowledge, technical skills, and professional judgment necessary for successful dental practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Instruct predoctoral dental students in preclinical simulation laboratory courses
• Provide direct chairside instruction and evaluation of student performance
• Assess student competency through practical examinations and skill evaluations
• Mentor students in developing proper ergonomics, infection control, and clinical techniques
• Participate in curriculum development and educational innovation initiatives
• Collaborate with faculty colleagues in interdisciplinary education
• Contribute to faculty meetings, committees, and institutional service
• Other related duties as required

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position for the rank of Clinical Instructor is $90K - $130K & for the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor is $100K - $150K. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical practice experience in general dentistry
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Proficiency in dental terminology and clinical documentation
• Understanding of infection control protocols and safety procedures
• Knowledge of dental materials and their application

Successful candidates should demonstrate patience and enthusiasm for working with students, a professional demeanor, strong ethical standards, and the ability to provide constructive feedback and mentorship. Candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development, as well as a collaborative approach to team‑based education.…