Oral Biology Department Chair

Posting Summary

Rutgers School of Dental Medicine (RSDM) is searching for a Chair of the Department of Oral Biology. This is a full‑time faculty appointment, up to the rank of Full Professor, tenure track or tenured, commensurate with experience. The Chair will provide academic, research, and administrative leadership for the Department and play a central role in advancing RSDM’s missions of research, education, and patient care.

The Department of Oral Biology serves as the foundational biomedical sciences hub for RSDM, supporting predoctoral, graduate, and postgraduate education through rigorous training in oral biology, microbiology, immunology, biomaterials, and translational oral health research. The Department contributes substantially to DMD, Master’s and PhD training programs as well as interdisciplinary research initiatives across Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences.

The Department maintains a strong and growing portfolio of basic, translational, and clinical research, supported by extramural funding and collaborative programs spanning dentistry, medicine, bioengineering, and public health.

The Chair of Oral Biology will be responsible for the overall administration and strategic leadership of the Department. The successful candidate will strengthen the Department’s national and international reputation and align departmental priorities with the School’s mission and vision.

Preference will be given to candidates with dual degrees (DDS/PhD or equivalent) and active NIH grant support. Candidates with dental degrees may be eligible for intramural clinical practice opportunities upon fulfilling NJ state board dental licensure qualifications.

Full Time

Minimum

Education and Experience:

PhD, DDS/DMD, or equivalent terminal degree.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: RSDM seeks an individual with outstanding academic credentials, track record of major funding, and leadership experience, including:

• An internationally recognized record of scholarship in oral biology, microbiology, immunology, dental biomaterials, or related fields.
• A strong history of NIH and/or other extramural funding.
• Demonstrated excellence in mentoring students, trainees, and faculty.
• Proven leadership experience in academic administration, program development, and research initiatives.

• Dual degrees (e.g., DDS/PhD or equivalent).
• Experience leading interdisciplinary or translational research programs.
• Strong record of extramural research funding.
• Experience in the management of department/program operations.
• International recognition.

Standing, walking, sitting – some for extended periods of time.

Campus:
Newark (RBHS)

City:
Newark

State: NJ

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options.
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable).
• Life insurance coverage.
• Employee discount programs.

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.

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