"CHAIR of Oral Pathology, Radiology, & Medicine, UMKC SCHOOL of DENTISTRY / Tenure-eligible Associate/Full Professor or Ranked Associate/Full Clinical Professor"

The University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry seeks to fill the position of Department Chair, Oral Pathology, Radiology, & Medicine. The faculty appointment may be at the rank of Associate Professor/Professor (tenure-eligible/tenure track) or ranked, non-tenure track Associate Clinical Professor/Clinical Professor. This is a 12-month, benefit-eligible, full-time position. One day per week may be reserved for private practice, research, development, and other school-related activities. Rank and tenure status will be based on experience and credentials. A successful record of externally funded research is required for tenure-eligible positions.

The department is responsible for pre-doctoral and advanced education training for students, for patient care, service, and research in oral pathology, radiology, and medicine. Responsibilities include leadership in oversight of the strategic direction and daily operations of the department, including scheduling, staffing, management of faculty/staff workloads, mentorship, regular meetings with the dean, supervision of departmental activities, oversight of the biopsy service, focus on educating competent dental practitioners, and compliance with relevant standards and policies.

UMKC School of Dentistry is the only public dental school in Missouri. UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie classification. Learn more about UMKC research.

Qualifications: A DDS or DMD degree with eligibility for Missouri licensure is required. Missouri dental licensure. Board eligibility in Oral Radiology, Oral Pathology, or Oral Medicine is required. For tenure-eligible appointments, candidates should have teaching experience, demonstrated potential for research and scholarly activity, and service to the profession.

Anticipated Hiring Range: Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include generous leave, health plans, retirement contributions, and a positive work/life balance.

Application Materials: Apply online at www.umkc.edu/jobs (Job Opening ID 56724). Combine letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and list of references into one document.