Director, Grad Program in Orthodontics

Job Summary

Marquette University School of Dentistry seeks a Director of the Graduate Program in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. The position oversees program administration, curriculum development, and clinical oversight while ensuring compliance with CODA standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and accountability for the orthodontic residency program
• Sustain and strengthen recent improvements in program structure, operations, and CODA alignment
• Oversee faculty assignments, mentoring, evaluation, and development
• Manage program resources, including budgeting, staffing, and long-term planning
• Foster a collaborative, stable, and high-performing culture among faculty, residents, and staff
• Foster communication and networking with the Wisconsin Society of Orthodontists (WSO)
• Lead the ongoing refinement of the didactic, clinical, and simulation curriculum
• Evaluate and prioritize new educational initiatives based on impact, feasibility, and alignment with accreditation standards
• Ensure high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care within orthodontic clinics
• Supervise and support residents and faculty in clinical education
• Strengthen clinical training relevance while maintaining consistency and program integrity
• Maintain the program's strong culture of scholarship and resident research
• Support continued scholarly productivity among residents and faculty
• Ensure full and sustained compliance with CODA standards
• Prepare for and manage accreditation processes and site visits
• Collaborate with school leadership on strategic priorities and program development
• Represent the program within the institution and in national professional organizations

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• DDS/DMD or equivalent dental degree
• Completion of an accredited orthodontic residency program
• American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) certification, or eligibility with certification expected within a defined timeframe
• Eligibility for dental licensure in the State of Wisconsin
• Demonstrated experience in teaching, clinical supervision, or academic leadership
• Demonstrated ability to lead programmatic improvement or change within an established academic or clinical environment
• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced degree (MS, PhD, or equivalent)
• Prior experience in a leadership role within a CODA-accredited residency program
• Record of scholarly activity, including publications and/or funded research
• Experience in curriculum development and innovation
• Demonstrated success in faculty mentorship and development
• Experience managing program operations, including budgeting and resource allocation

Department

Dental School

Posting Date

05/11/2026

Closing Date

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Application Instructions

Apply Online: https://apptrkr.com/7155742

Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.