"Open Rank Dentistry Faculty- DCG- Orthodontics"

Job Description

Job ID: 294127
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary

Job ID 294127

Position # 20010083

Augusta University's Department of Orthodontics at the Dental College of Georgia is seeking a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor to oversee and participate in departmental teaching programs at the pre and post-doctoral levels, department research and scholarship, and administrative leadership for the Department of Orthodontics in the Dental College of Georgia (DCG). This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

Knowledge

Craniofacial orthodontics

Skills

Communicates clearly. Demonstrates strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Provides high-quality patient care and is diligent and detail-oriented. Works calmly and confidently.

Responsibilities

Teaching/Instruction - 50%

Teaching classes on campus, or remotely with DCG approved distance education (synchronous or asynchronous) activities. Explaining concepts and procedures and demonstrating skills. Supervising labs/problem-based learning sessions. Directing thesis/dissertation/research at the predoctoral and postdoctoral levels, independent study or directed study conveying content to students. Previewing materials for possible classroom use.

Clinical/Patient Care - 20%

Provides patient care while teaching with learners present (includes patient care activities for which a practice plan bills a patient or other party) as part of the faculty members teaching of students or residents). Patient care without learners present. Administration activities that support the clinical mission of AU. Leadership roles in professional organizations related to area of clinical expertise and/or leadership roles, courses or programs. Consultant on issues related to area of clinical expertise.

Scholarship - 20%

Publications in peer-reviewed journals, books and book chapters, invited professional seminars and presentations. Securing extramural grants from government agencies, health foundations, corporations, conducting clinical trials, lab studies and literature reviews.

Service - 10%

Journal editorships and editorial board service. Service (and/or leadership role) in academic/community/honors/professional organizations. Teaching continuing education (CE) courses. Faculty presentations such as lecture series, recitals and readings, workshops or programs. Attending faculty training or professional development programs.

Required Qualifications

US DDS or DMD degree (or foreign equivalent)

Georgia Board of Dentistry License/Georgia Faculty Teaching License or credentials that qualify for Georgia Board of Dentistry License

Assistant Professor - Early level career as a faculty member with background, education, and training consistent with the following position requirements.

Associate Professor - Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Assistant Professor with background, education, and training consistent with the following position requirements.

Professor - Senior level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Associate Professor with background, education, and training consistent with the following position requirements.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;
• Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) Certification. Craniofacial experience.

Prior teaching experience in orthodontics.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.

The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.

Assistant Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Associate Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Website.

College/Department Information

The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, we provide dental education to the next generation of professionals by offering hands-on education through innovative research, patient care, and service. Join other dental providers to improve the oral health of Georgia and beyond. The DCG was founded to provide the people of Georgia with quality dental care by educating students in dentistry. As a patient, you have the option to receive treatment in one of our three different practice models consisting of student clinics, resident care, or in the faculty practice. All dental treatments can be completed by the specialists in our facility. We also serve patients in more than 20 clinics across Georgia.

Location

Our Health Sciences Campus:

1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912