Clinical Assistant Professor- Temporary

Position Overview: The School of Dentistry Department of Restorative Sciences consists of four academic divisions, two graduate programs, two clinics, the preclinic, and the Minnesota Dental Research Center for Biomaterials and Biomechanics (MDRCBB). This position will be located in the Division of Prosthodontics and will be responsible for coordinating, developing and delivering digital technology education within the Division. The Clinical Assistant Professor is vital to the education and success of predoctoral and advanced education students.

The School of Dentistry and the University of Minnesota provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Position Responsibilities:

• Clinical and Preclinical Education, Curricular Development and Coordination 100%
• Coordinate and deliver digital technology education through teaching in the Division of Prosthodontics
• Lead digital technology education within the Prosthodontic Preclinical, Predoctoral and Graduate Clinics
• Develop and present educational materials within the Prosthodontic Preclinical Courses
• Maintain and supervise the use of the digital dentistry equipment and materials
• Create protocols for the use of digital dentistry equipment in the Division
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Division Director

**The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position**

Required Qualifications:

• DDS/DMD or a foreign equivalent dental degree
• License to practice dentistry in Minnesota or eligible for license

Preferred Qualifications:

• An advanced dental degree is preferable but not necessary
• Experience in didactic and clinical teaching is preferred

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. We are a regional resource to five states for dental education, consulting services, patient treatment, and ongoing continuing dental education.

The School of Dentistry educates general dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators and research-scientists. For more than two decades, we've offered specialty training in six ADA-recognized specialties: Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontics and Prosthodontics.

We also offer an advanced education program in TMD and orofacial pain, oral biology, dental hygiene, and oral health for older adults.

Dentists who are graduates of dental schools outside of the United States and Canada wishing to practice in the United States train here, as well. A novel, interdisciplinary Dentist-Scientist Training Program rounds out our educational offerings.

Our work affects nearly every person in Minnesota. We educate 73% of the state's practicing dentists, 68% of Minnesota's licensed dental therapists, and 49% of its dental hygiene educators. Our researchers develop and test dental materials used by every dentist in the state and around the world.

Our students and faculty treat patients: 105,260 patient-visits each year in our Twin Cities' campus clinics and 48,700 in outreach sites located in underserved communities throughout the state. We provide continuing dental education for 7,100 practicing dental professionals each year.

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The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.