Clinical Assistant Professor (Endodontics)

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions

The Department of Endodontics at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, invites applicants to apply for a full-time, clinical teaching position; 4 days per week, 52 weeks per year.

Full-Time, clinical teaching position; 4 days per week, 52 weeks per year. Non-Tenure Track at the Sacramento Campus/PHCC.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Transfer knowledge of Endodontology based on scientific evidence at the highest levels achievable to students and the profession at large.
• Promote comprehensive care in clinical education and be an active player in the process.
• Establish high standards of competency in Endodontics, communicate them, and insist that they be met through a calibrated and expert faculty.
• Establish a culture of teaching that promotes compassionate patient care at the highest possible standards of service for their individual needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Dental school educational processes.
• Endodontic information and technique

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of dental private practice, as general dentist or specialist endodontist

Education:

• DDS/DMD or international equivalent, completion of training from an Accredited Dental School program.
• Valid CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively with a diverse population of patients, students, staff, faculty and administration.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Work effectively in a group setting.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Demonstrate professional judgment in all situations.

Experience:

• Previous teaching experience in a school environment.

Education:

• Endodontic certificate, preferably from a CODA accredited dental school