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UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

SCHOOL of DENTISTRY

Department of Endodontics

The UMKC School of Dentistry, founded in 1881, is the only public dental school in Missouri and Kansas, offering eight fully accredited programs, including advanced education in general dentistry, endodontics, periodontics, and orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. Located on UMKC's Health Sciences Campus alongside the Schools of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing and Health Studies, the School provides outstanding education, extensive hands-on clinical training, and real-world community service. Each year, students and faculty deliver care to more than 56,000 patients, while shaping the future of oral health through innovation in teaching, research, and clinical practice. About Us - UMKC School of Dentistry | UMKC

UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The UMKC Dental School is a partner of the UMKC Health Sciences District. The District strives to be a premier academic health district, engaging in cutting-edge biomedical research and entrepreneurship, delivering state-of-the-science health care, and educating the next generation of health care professionals. UMKC provides unique opportunities for research and health care collaboration across its Schools of: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing & Health Studies, and Pharmacy as well as University Health physicians, regional health care institutions, and the University of Missouri System's NextGen Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center.

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Job Description

The UMKC School of Dentistry seeks to fill two faculty positions in the Department of Endodontics at the rank of Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor. Opportunity for ranked promotion is provided.

The faculty will have primary responsibilities in the education and clinical supervision of DDS students in the field of Endodontics. There is an opportunity for additional compensation in clinical practice for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

DDS or DMD degree or a foreign equivalent professional dental degree

Demonstrated clinical experience in contemporary endodontic diagnosis and treatment, including root canal therapy, endodontic retreatment, and management of pulpal and periapical disease, with the ability to teach and supervise predoctoral dental students in a clinical environment.

Applicants must be eligible for and obtain the appropriate Missouri Dental License prior to starting their employment. For more information about licensing, visit https://pr.mo.gov/.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of advanced training in endodontics.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experience and evidence of success in externally funded research. This is a 12-month, benefit-eligible, full-time (0.8 - 1.0 FTE) non-tenure track faculty appointment, eligible for ranked promotion.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, tuition discounts at all 4 UM System campuses for full-time employees and qualifying dependents, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Our academic workloads and schedules promote a positive work/life balance.

Application Materials

Application Materials (ERecruit Field)

For consideration, you must apply online at Careers - Human Resources | University of Missouri-Kansas City, click Academic Positions/Prospective Employees (Job Opening ID 61212).

Complete the job application including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, questionnaire, and current contact information.

Application materials

Letter of interest which provides your qualifications and experience for a ranked clinical faculty position
Curriculum vitae
Names, complete and current contact information for at least 5 professional references
- These references can remain confidential for most of the application process.

Please combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .
For questions and correspondence about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number including job identification number 61212.
Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Equity and Title IX at (816) 235-6910.

Official higher education transcripts will be required for candidates advancing as finalists. We will contact references for finalists; candidates will receive prior notification if references will be contacted. Selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal background check prior to employment.

Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department and faculty in all departments involved.

Application Deadline

Review of applications begins upon receipt; the position remains open until a qualified candidate is hired.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship may be available for candidates currently in the United States in H-1B status or other work-authorized status.

Other Information

UMKC is a public, urban, research university with more than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System. Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with surrounding urban communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, and more economically secure quality of life. University of Missouri-Kansas City

Kansas City is a multifarious and vibrant community with an affordable cost of living. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both campuses. As one of the largest cities in Missouri, we are home to national championship sports teams, a rich history of cultural arts and music, NASCAR racing, a new international airport, and a community that is very engaged with and supportive of our university initiatives. Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and long bike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors, all within an easy drive. Kansas City offers something for everyone! Visit Kansas City: Find Events, Things to Do & More

UMKC is proud to be "Kansas City's university," and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.

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