Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure): Clinical Associate Professor

Responsibilities

• Clinical Coordination & Supervision: Coordinate clinical activities and supervise patient care to ensure excellence in service delivery and adherence to institutional standards.
• Instruction & Course Leadership: Serve as instructor and/or course director for pre-doctoral courses, contributing to curriculum design and implementation.
• Evidence-Based Teaching: Develop and deliver lectures that are grounded in current scientific evidence and best practices in dentistry.
• Simulation & Laboratory Instruction: Teach in simulation clinics and laboratory settings, supporting students in developing foundational clinical competencies.
• Clinical Education: Provide direct clinical instruction and mentorship during patient care, guiding students through procedures and decision-making.
• Student Evaluation & Support: Assess students’ professionalism, clinical progress, and performance; offer regular academic and career counseling to foster growth and success.
• Departmental Engagement: Participate in departmental initiatives, including committee service, faculty meetings, and collaborative academic activities.

Requirements

• A strong commitment to teaching and service.
• A DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree (e.g., BDS) from a U.S. or recognized dental school.
• Eligibility for licensure in Texas.
• Experience in all fields of general dentistry, strong clinical skills, a strong background in clinical practice, and familiarity with current dental technologies, including CAD/CAM workflow.
• Completion of a CODA-accredited General Practice Residency (GPR) or Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD).
• Advanced training/certificate in prosthodontics.
• At least five (5) years experience teaching dental students.

Qualifications

The candidate must have a strong commitment to teaching and service.

Skills

The candidate must have experience in all fields of general dentistry, strong clinical skills, a strong background in clinical practice, and be familiar with current dental technologies, including CAD/CAM workflow.

Benefits

The opportunity for extramural private practice is available.

Pay

Negotiable.

Schedule

11-month appointment beginning Spring 2026.