Job Details

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth. Here is what we offer:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us!

https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness

JOB PURPOSE

To lead teaching, clinical activities, and resident mentorship, while promoting excellence in clinical and translational dental research.

NATURE AND SCOPE

This position is responsible for supporting graduate dental education through teaching, research mentorship, and program administration within the Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic residency programs. The incumbent develops and delivers instruction in biostatistics, epidemiology, and research methodology, mentors residents and students in scholarly activity.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Teaching & Education

• Teach graduate-level biostatistics and epidemiology to dental residents.
• Develop and update curricula integrating evidence-based dentistry and clinical research methods.
• Provide research training for dental residents and dental students.

Research Mentorship

• Mentor pediatric dentistry and orthodontic residents in study design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
• Supervise MS theses, capstone projects, and scholarly publications.

Program Leadership

• Serve as liaison for the development of MS degree programs in Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Dental Research.
• Oversee curriculum development, admissions processes, accreditation compliance, and continuous program improvement.

Scholarly Activity

• Maintain an active research agenda, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and pursue external funding.

Service

College and University Engagement, Compliance and Professional Responsibilities, Institutional Service as detailed in posting.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• DDS (or equivalent dental degree)
• PhD in a relevant field (e.g., epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or biomedical sciences)
• Experience teaching statistics and epidemiology
• Demonstrated record of mentoring resident or graduate research