Faculty, Periodontics & Director of Predoctoral Periodontal Education

Position Information Position Title Faculty, Periodontics & Director of Predoctoral Periodontal Education Position Type Faculty Department Specialty Dentistry Full or Part Time Full Time Pay Grade Dependent on Rank Position Summary Information Department Specific Information Join Northeast Ohio Medical University's ( NEOMED ) New Bitonte College of Dentistry NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a skilled periodontics educator who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment. At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply. Benefits & Perks NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive. Healthcare Coverage Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual Flexible Spending Account ( FSA ) or Health Savings Account ( HSA ) Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance Retirement State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future Paid Time Off Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year Additional Benefits Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45) Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance Summary Full-time faculty position in the Department of Specialty Dentistry responsible for development and implementation of the predoctoral curriculum in periodontics in the DDS program, including didactic, preclinical, and clinical teaching. Contributes to the teaching, research, and service missions of the department and the college. Faculty rank and determination of tenure/tenure-track or non-tenure track appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Extramural clinical practice time to be negotiated.

Principal Functional Responsibilities Teaching:

Responsible for development and delivery of the periodontics curriculum for dental students in the new DDS program including development and implementation of courses and student assessments for classroom, preclinical simulation, and clinical instruction in periodontics across the DDS curriculum. Direct didactic, preclinical, and clinical teaching.

Research:

Participate in scholarly activities and/or research as appropriate.

Service:

Active participation on college and university committees will be required and assigned. In addition, membership and participation in state and national professional dental organizations is strongly encouraged.

Other Duties:

Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications DDS / DMD or equivalent. Must be eligible for licensure in the state of Ohio for a Dentist License or a Limited Dental Teaching License. Qualified to be appointed as a faculty member in the College of Dentistry (rank commensurate with qualifications). Clinical proficiency in periodontics.

Preferred Qualifications Residency:

Certificate of advanced education in periodontics from a CODA -approved periodontics residency.

Teaching Experience and Expertise:

Experienced dental educator with experience in curriculum and course development and teaching at the predoctoral level. Interested in educational innovation and up to date on contemporary educational approaches. Openness to new educational approaches. Didactic, preclinical, and clinical teaching experience preferred.

Accreditation Knowledge and Experience:

Knowledge of, and experience with, accreditation of predoctoral dental education programs by the Commission on Dental Accreditation ( CODA ). Able to collaborate with college administration to ensure ongoing compliance with CODA standards.

Research and Scholarship:

Track record of research/scholarship and potential to contribute to the research program of the college and university.

Contemporary Digital Technologies:

Knowledge/experience with contemporary digital dentistry technologies.

Board Certification:

Board eligibility or certification by the American Board of Periodontology is preferred but not required.

Collaborative:

Can work collaboratively with administrators, faculty, staff, and students at the college and the university.

Humanistic Environment:

Committed to building a humanistic culture/climate within the college and to fostering student success. Physical Requirements Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment. Posting Detail Information NEOMED Campus Safety Guidelines In an effort to keep our campus community as healthy and safe as possible, NEOMED may require vaccinations as a condition of attendance and employment. This policy will allow for exemption of the vaccination requirement for those individuals with valid medical reasons, sincerely held religious beliefs and matters of conscience. Close Date Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Statement of Values Optional Documents