Assistant Professor Practice

Dental Hygiene

College of Dentistry

The College of Dentistry at The Ohio State University is seeking a qualified and passionate individual to join our dental hygiene program in a temporary placement position as an assistant professor-practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dental hygiene, clinical experience, and a commitment to educating and mentoring the next generation of dental hygienists. This is a part-time, one semester placement with responsibilities in teaching, clinical and laboratory supervision for the Summer semester.

Please note for this temporary position, there are two open positions totaling 2 days per week. Depending on candidate pool, the position may be offered at 16 hours per week to one candidate or 8 hours per week to 2 candidates.

Responsibilities:

Teaching

• Provide instructional support in pre-clinical and laboratory sessions.
• Evaluate student work according to established rubrics.
• Foster a positive and interactive learning environment that promotes student engagement and success.
• Maintain current educational methodology professional development.

Clinical Education

• Provide hands-on clinical supervision and education to dental hygiene students during patient care procedures.
• Ensure compliance with established protocols and ethical standards in the clinical setting.
• Offer constructive feedback to students to enhance their clinical skills and professionalism.
• Evaluate student work according to established rubrics.
• Foster a patient-centered, team oriented learning environment.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required

• A Bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene.
• Current Ohio licensure as a dental hygienist.
• Meets OSDB requirements to administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide sedation.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and clinical practice.

Desired

• Graduate degree in dental hygiene or related field.
• Experience in dental hygiene education.
• Strong clinical experience in dental hygiene practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Active involvement in professional organizations and commitment to continued professional development.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include:

Required:

• Cover letter
• Resume or Curriculum Vita (CV)