"Assistant Professor - Preclinical General Dentist"

Assistant Professor - Preclinical General Dentist

Posting Number: F00826

Campus:

Department: 1901-College of Dental Medicine

Classification Pay Scale

In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum: $76,000.00 Annually

Maximum $81,000.00 Annually

Job Summary

Supervise dental students in educational activities at WesternU College of Dental Medicine according to standards of the College of Dental Medicine (CDM) with a primary role if CDM pre-clinical education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess these skills, abilities and knowledge or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Recognized knowledge and experience in a broad range of general dentistry diagnostic and treatment services.
• Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to interact in an effective and positive manner with individuals of diverse backgrounds, including administration, faculty, residents and/or students, staff, patients, and outside contacts.
• Ability to effectively conduct detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities in an academic environment

Required Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or equivalent.
• Licensure: Active California dental license or be qualified to obtain licensure or faculty special permit in California.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Completion of a residency program in General Practice Residency or Advanced Education in General Dentistry.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years of clinical practice experience.
  • Experience in supervising students and/or residents in a preclinical and/or clinical academic setting.

Posting Date: 10/10/2025

Closing Date: 10/10/2026

Essential Job Duties

To apply, visit https://jobs.westernu.edu/postings/34576

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