Adjunct Clinical Faculty

About the role

Community Outreach and Engagement Adjunct Clinical Faculty are responsible for overseeing, teaching, and directing pre-doctoral students in the comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, treatment, and management of patients. These positions support Group Leaders from the School of Dentistry in evaluating the clinical and professional development of students.

Applicants must be competent in all aspects of general dentistry taught to students, including specialty care provided by general dentists. Faculty are expected to support all clinical policies and procedures of the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry and attend the Annual Outreach Dental Review to stay updated on policies, teaching methods, and best practices.

Physical teaching location depends on division needs and may include Minneapolis-based Federally Qualified Health Centers, the Mobile Dental Clinic, or other sites as required. This is a Per Diem, as-needed position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and teach pre-doctoral students in comprehensive patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and management.
• Support Group Leaders in evaluating the clinical and professional development of students.
• Adhere to and uphold all clinical policies and procedures of the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry.
• Attend the Annual Outreach Dental Review to stay current with School of Dentistry policies, teaching methods, and best practices.

Requirements

• DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree.
• License to practice dentistry in the state where care is provided OR licensed to practice within the Federal system.
• In good standing with the Board of Dentistry in their state of practice or state of licensure for Federal appointments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in the practice of general dentistry (can include AEGD or GPR certificate).
• Experience in clinical or preclinical teaching.
• Experience in a community outreach or public health setting.

About the Department

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state’s only dental school and the only one in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. The school advances health through scientific discovery, innovative education, and high-quality care for all communities. Its impact extends to classrooms and clinics throughout the region, educating dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators, and research scientists.

For over two decades, the school has offered specialty training in six ADA-recognized specialties: Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontics, and Prosthodontics. Additional programs include advanced education in TMD and orofacial pain, oral biology, dental hygiene, and oral health for older adults. The school also trains dentists who graduated from dental schools outside the U.S. and Canada.

The School of Dentistry educates 73% of Minnesota’s practicing dentists, 68% of its licensed dental therapists, and 49% of its dental hygiene educators. Its researchers develop and test dental materials used globally. Annually, the school serves 105,260 patient visits on its Twin Cities campus and 48,700 at outreach sites in underserved communities, while providing continuing education for 7,100 dental professionals.

Pay

Pay range: $25,500, depending on education, qualifications, and experience. Retirement plan options are available for eligible classifications.