General Practice Residency Program Director

The University of Utah School of Dentistry (UUSOD) is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Practice Residency (GPR) Program Director to lead and grow our hospital-based residency program. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the program meets and exceeds CODA accreditation standards, while educating and mentoring an exceptionally talented group of 11 residents in the management of medically and dentally complex patients. The position is full-time (1.0 FTE) in the career-line clinical track. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with education and experience. The role requires participation in after-hours call coverage and reports directly to the Assistant Dean for Advanced Dental Education Programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the GPR program, ensuring compliance with Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) standards and University policies.
• Oversee the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and ongoing development of faculty supporting the GPR program.
• Manage and evaluate GPR faculty performance and foster a collaborative, high-performing educational environment.
• Deliver didactic and clinical instruction to residents, emphasizing evidence-based care and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Supervise residents in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including the University of Utah Hospital and UUSOD community health clinics.
• Collaborate closely with departments such as ENT, Anesthesiology, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and other surgical and medical specialties to coordinate comprehensive patient care and interprofessional education.
• Participate in hospital committees and initiatives that support the integration of dental services within the broader health system.
• Maintain and enhance relationships with other UUSOD departments, including Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Endodontics, Oral Surgery, and Pediatric Dentistry.

Qualifications:

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited institution
• Completion of a CODA-accredited General Practice Residency (GPR)
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Utah dental license (see DOPL requirements)
• Ability to obtain and maintain hospital privileges at the University of Utah Hospital
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, graduate dental education, and interdisciplinary care preferred

The UUSOD has many opportunities for career advancement and leadership development. Compensation is based on the published ADEA compensation ranges, and we offer an excellent benefits package, including immediate vesting of 14.2% to retirement with no match required, for all faculty who work more than 50% time. We also offer up to 25 vacation days per year and much more. You can learn more about the benefits package at https://benefits.utah.edu/. UUSOD fosters a humanistic, evidence-based approach to education and patient care. We are looking for applicants who are committed to creating a humanistic environment. Who will educate and mentor dental residents to be technically proficient in all aspects of primary oral health care and who can serve as role models for the compassionate and ethical care of patients. We also seek individuals whose drive and intellectual curiosity help advance research in oral health care.

How to Apply

Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter that summarizes teaching, clinical and scholarly experiences, and the names and contact information of three professional references within the application. All references must be outside the University of Utah and/or its affiliates. All applications must be submitted online at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/188858. Inquiries may be directed to: Jeri Bullock, D.D.S. Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs University of Utah School of Dentistry Jeri.bullock@hsc.utah.edu.