"Clinical Assistant Professor Health Sciences, Oral Diagnostic Sciences"

Position Information

Position Title: Clinical Assistant Professor Health Sciences, Oral Diagnostic Sciences

Department: Department of Oral Diagnostic Sciences

Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/61023

Position Summary

The Department of Oral Diagnostic Sciences at the University at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine, is seeking applicants for a full-time Clinical Assistant Professor.

As a faculty member, responsibilities include:

• Providing clinical and didactic instruction at both predoctoral (DDS) and postdoctoral levels, including within the CODA-accredited Orofacial Pain Advanced Educational Program.
• Participating in research activities, delivering patient care at the Orofacial Pain Clinic, and contributing to departmental service.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of pain clinicians to deliver care to patients with chronic orofacial pain and comorbid pain conditions.
• Demonstrating expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and orofacial pain.
• Producing scholarly work in the field of TMD and orofacial pain, including direct supervision of postgraduate student research.
• Engaging in leadership activities related to the Orofacial Pain Clinic and associated services.
• Serving as a leading facilitator in higher education and interprofessional education in orofacial pain.
• Providing supervision and lectures in clinical courses for DDS and postgraduate students.
• Utilizing educational innovations and technology in teaching; strong computer skills are expected.

Our Dedicated staff and engaged faculty collaborate to further knowledge and understanding and develop competent students who are valued for their talents and their impact on global society.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• DDS, DMD or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Orofacial Pain and TMD certificate from an accredited program or if prior to CODA accreditation.
• Certificate from a formal, 2-year advanced education academic program focused on TMD and Orofacial Pain.
• New York State licensure.
• Minimum of one year of experience providing patient care in the field of Orofacial Pain.
• Minimum of one year of experience in academic and/or clinical teaching.
• Part 1 ABOP Board certified.
• Minimum of one-year of experience teaching post graduate students in the field of Orofacial Pain and TMD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Job Type: Full-Time

Special Instructions Summary: If applicable, please include the following in the Documents Needed to Apply section: NYS Dental License and Registration, Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers

Is a background check required for this posting? Yes