Student Mentorship: Supervise and mentor students providing
comprehensive patient care, ensuring appropriate techniques,
diagnosis, behavioral management, and treatment planning.
Skill Evaluation: Assess students’ hands-on clinical
competencies, professional communication, and patient management
skills.
Operational Integration: Collaborate across clinic teams,
including dental assistants, scheduling staff, and admissions, to
support smooth daily operations.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- DDS, DMD or equivalent dental degree
- Active Dental License in good standing with the Minnesota Board
of Dentistry
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Demonstrated professional clinical experience providing
comprehensive dental care to pediatric populations (e.g., via
general dentistry, pediatric-focused practices, or
growth-and-development focused care)
Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All
qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the United
States.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree, residency training, or specialty training in a
relevant dental specialty or public health field
- Prior experience in clinical, preclinical faculty teaching and
course coordination
- Demonstrated experience in dental practice management, clinical
leadership, or staff supervision
- Proven ability to work effectively both independently and
within a collaborative team environment
About the Department
The Department of Developmental and Surgical Sciences is home to
five divisions: Pediatric Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontology, and Hospital and Special
Care Dentistry. It supports the mission of the School of Dentistry
and advances oral and general health through programs in
orthodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, pediatric dentistry
and periodontics, a cleft palate/craniofacial clinic and a program
providing oral health services for older adults.
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. The School of Dentistry advances health through
scientific discovery, innovative education, and the highest quality
care for all communities. Our impact extends beyond dental offices
to classrooms and clinics throughout the region. We educate
dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists,
dental educators, and research scientists.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Rang e: $2,013 - $59,755; depen ding on
education/qualifications/experience.
Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty,
Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp
Casual classifications.
Learn more about retirement plans .
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this
position, please click the Apply button and follow the
instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online
application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume
or CV.
This position will remain open until filled.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please
e-mail jobcentr@umn.edu.
Diversity
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
Employment Requirements
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.
About University of Minnesota
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.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by
Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer
for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State
(2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence &
Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life
flexibility.
