Dental - Prosthodontics Faculty

Dental - Prosthodontics Faculty East Carolina University - 4.3 Greenville, NC Job Details 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Prosthodontics Doctor of Dentistry Full Job Description The Prosthodontics Faculty in the School of Dental Medicine is responsible for teaching Prosthodontics to pre-doctoral students, Advanced Education in General Dentistry residents and residents in the hospital-based General Practice Residency program. The faculty is appointed in the Division of Prosthodontics within the Department of General Dentistry and reports directly to the Division Director of Prosthodontics. The Prosthodontics division works in close cooperation with the other Departments (Foundational Sciences, Surgical Sciences and Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics) and with the Offices of Clinical Affairs, Dental Education and Informatics, Educational Support and Faculty Development, Extramural Clinical Practices, Student Affairs, and Research to support the School's educational programs, initiatives and mission. In addition, the section works closely with other Schools and Colleges of East Carolina University and other components of the University of North Carolina, as well as local/regional educational and clinical programs. The Prosthodontics Faculty supports the development and implementation of the Prosthodontic aspects of the preclinical and clinical curriculum for pre-doctoral students and supports the clinical education of general dentistry residents. Working closely with the Division Director of Prosthodontics and the Assistant Dean for Dental Education and Informatics in curriculum development and implementation related to Prosthodontics for the general dentist. Coordinating and helping deliver curricular content related to prosthodontics in the simulation lab and didactic settings for the pre-doctoral students. Working closely with the Assistant Dean for Dental Education and Informatics and other informatics personnel to optimize the use of technology to support the section's teaching and assessment programs. Helping ensure that the dental students and residents are competent in the management of patients requiring prosthodontic care. Working with the post-graduate AEGD and GPR programs to deliver curricular content and clinical coverage. Teaching pre-doctoral students in the clinical setting in procedures outside of the field of Prosthodontics in alignment with the SoDM's General Dentistry Model of education. Actively participating in the school's faculty practice. Participating in an emergency call. Assisting the Chair of General Dentistry and the Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs in quality assurance and improvement, and compliance efforts. Seeking to serve on committees and boards within the school and professional societies. Attending meetings and representing the School at internal and external constituencies venues as requested by the Chair of General Dentistry or the Dean. Commitment to building teams in planning and to identifying and resolving problems. Commitment to conducting basic and/or clinical research, and other scholarly activities that will help qualify for appropriate promotion. Commitment to the Mission and Vision of the School of Dental Medicine, including both a community-based and a generalist model of dental education. Commitment to evidence-based teaching and practice. Performing other duties and assuming additional responsibilities as assigned by the Division Director of Prosthodontics, the Chair of General Dentistry, or the Dean of the School of Dental Medicine. Contingent upon the availability of funds. Employment in this position provides eligibility to participate in the UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP), which offers matching employer contributions and employee control of investment choices, along with eligibility to participate in various Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plans (401k, 403b, 457). This position is not eligible to participate in the NC Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System (TSERS). Additionally, this position offers multiple voluntary options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance as well as various supplemental plans including Critical Illness, Flexible Spending Accounts, Cancer, and Disability. While this position is not automatically eligible for the NC Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System ( TSERS ), new hires transferring from another North Carolina state agency and current ECU employees transferring internally who had been enrolled in TSERS in their previous employment will continue participation in TSERS . These individuals may be able to elect to participate in ORP if they had not been offered that option at the time of their initial enrollment into TSERS . Minimum Education/Experience DDS or DMD (or equivalent) Certification or eligibility for certification by the American Board of Prosthodontics. Current residents in prosthodontics programs accredited by CODA are eligible for consideration, provided they will complete their program by the intended start of employment. License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation Eligibility for dental licensure in North Carolina. Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education n/a Special Instructions to Applicant East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the required applicant documents: Curriculum Vitae Letter of Interest List of Three References (noting contact information) Two original letters of recommendation are required for employment. The candidate of choice should have the original signed letters mailed to: Dr. Jeffrey Linfatne Department Chair of General Dentistry ECU School of Dental Medicine 1851 MacGregor Downs Road Greenville, NC 27834 Additional Instructions to Applicant In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable. Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement. Job Open Date 06/03/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. Initial Screening Begins 07/03/2026 Rank Level Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/93852 Nondiscrimination Statement East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA . Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. 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