"Part-Time Assistant Professor of Clinical Dentistry Faculty"

Part-Time Assistant Professor of Clinical Dentistry Faculty

Company: Lincoln Memorial University

Job Location: Harrogate, 37752

Category: Dentistry

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Department: College of Dental Medicine

Position Category: Faculty Part Time

Job Description

The Part Time Clinical Assistant Professor of Dental Medicine is responsible for providing hands-on instruction, supervision, and evaluation of dental students in the clinical environment. This individual plays a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care while fostering student development in clinical reasoning, technical proficiency, professionalism, and patient-centered communication. Clinical faculty also contribute to calibration efforts, assessment, and the continuous improvement of clinical education in alignment with the dental school's mission.

Required Qualifications

• DDS, DMD, or equivalent dental degree from an accredited institution.
• Eligibility for dental licensure or a faculty permit in the state of employment.
• Clinical experience in general dentistry or a dental specialty.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, clinical education, and patient care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience in a dental school or academic health center.
• Experience with electronic health record systems (e.g., AxiUm).
• Familiarity with CODA accreditation standards.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and student success.

Campus: LMU Tower

Posting Number: F01565P

Job Open Date: 08/12/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Job Duties

• Supervise and instruct predoctoral dental students during the provision of patient care.
• Provide real-time feedback and support to students on clinical procedures and decision-making.
• Ensure that patient care is delivered according to current standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Evaluate student performance using objective criteria and grading rubrics.
• Participate in clinical competency assessments and milestone evaluations.
• Document student progress and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
• Ensure comprehensive, ethical, and patient-centered care is delivered by student providers.
• Monitor treatment planning, informed consent, diagnosis, and execution of dental care.
• Support compliance with infection control, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in faculty calibration sessions to ensure consistent evaluation standards.
• Engage in continuing education to remain current in clinical procedures and teaching techniques.
• Contribute to peer mentoring and collaborative faculty learning communities.
• Foster a welcoming, respectful, and supportive environment for students and patients of diverse backgrounds.
• Model inclusive practices in patient care and student interactions.
• Collaborate with course directors and academic leaders to align clinical instruction with didactic content.
• Provide input into curriculum development, quality assurance, and clinical policies as appropriate.
• Serve as a mentor to students, supporting their professional development and career planning.
• Identify students in need of remediation and work with the academic team to support their success.
• Attend faculty meetings, clinical calibration sessions, and department functions.
• Serve on committees and participate in special events and school-wide initiatives as appropriate.
• Participate in community service and outreach programs that promote the mission of the dental school.
• Support off-site rotations or community-based clinical education experiences, if assigned.
• Other Duties as Assigned.
• Perform additional responsibilities as directed by department chairs, assistant deans, or the dean to support the goals and mission of the institution.

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