"Assistant or Associate Professor in Prosthodontics"

Posting End Date: January 30, 2026
Position # 35566

The Department of Restorative Dentistry invites applications for a full-time tenured or probationary (tenure-track) position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank, commencing July 1, 2026, or on a date mutually agreed upon. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Department seeks an emerging scholar with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. Exceptional candidates at any rank will be considered with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below:

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR:
Responsibilities will include undergraduate didactic teaching, undergraduate clinical instruction and supervision, involvement in service within the department, college and/or university and the community and/or profession, and participation in research activities.

The successful applicant at the Assistant Professor level must have a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent and a certificate or equivalent of Prosthodontics specialty from an accredited postgraduate prosthodontics program. Experience teaching both didactically and clinically/pre-clinically in an undergraduate program, with a keen interest in research, as well as a desire to be involved with teaching at the post-graduate level is essential. Demonstrated practice experience as well as a master’s or PhD degree by the time of hire would be an asset. A strong preference for candidates with interest and experience in digital dentistry, as well as demonstrated practice experience.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR:
Responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate didactic teaching, undergraduate and graduate clinical instruction and supervision, involvement in service within the department, college and/or university and the community and/or profession, and participation in research activities.

Qualifications of an Associate Professor will include experience in teaching at the post-graduate level, masters-level research experience, mentorship and evidence of a successful dossier in research, including peer-reviewed publications and success in obtaining grant funding. A masters-level degree is the minimal requirement for Associate Professor, and a PhD would be a strong asset.

Applicants must be eligible to register for dental licensure with the Manitoba Dental Association (MDA) in the Province of Manitoba. Preference given to candidates who are either Board Eligible in Canada or are a Fellow in the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (see www.rcdc.ca).

An extramural practice privilege is available one day per week upon signing of a Private Practice Agreement.

Further information about the Department of Restorative Dentistry can be obtained from: https://umanitoba.ca/dentistry/restorative-dentistry

Only complete applications will be considered. Applications must include the following:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter including a statement of career goals
• Personal statement on your contributions to equity, diversity and inclusion in your teaching, research, service and other experiences.
• Three letters of reference sent directly from the referees including one from the program director of their speciality program if a recent graduate (less than two years since graduating).
• Certified copies (if available) of university graduation certificates/transcripts
• Certified copy of your present licensing authority registration certificate and a letter of good standing from the licensing jurisdiction.

As a requirement for employment in the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry, all staff in a clinical setting are required to submit a criminal record check as well as the child abuse registry check at the time of hire.

If you are interested in this opportunity, including receiving a copy of the Executive Brief, please contact Katherine Frank at kfrank@kbrs.ca or Chris Gibson at cgibson@kbrs.ca, or submit your application online at www.kbrs.ca/Career/17628025792450000008duf

The closing date for receipt of applications is January 30, 2026 and will remain open until the position is filled.