Leads in developing and meeting the goals and objectives of the
School’s educational mission and strategic plan and facilitates
evidence based educational programming and processes.
Has responsibility for coordination, implementation and
successful outcomes related to ongoing compliance with Commission
on Dental Accreditation expectations.
Is responsible for development, implementation and equitable
application of academic policies of the school.
Facilitates process of curriculum development, faculty
discussion and implementation and communicates program initiatives
and updates with faculty, staff and students.
Collaborates with the Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs to
facilitate coordination and calibration of the educational
program.
Supervises the Educational Program Manager to support ongoing
faculty development and faculty retreat planning.
Oversee organization and academic review of curricular
offerings through leadership of the Curriculum Committee.
Is responsible for review of student progress in the DDS and DH
programs through leadership of the Academic Standards
Committee.
Oversee the completion of periodic reports of academic programs
for internal and external groups on behalf of the school.
Serves as the School’s faculty promotion and tenure
coordinator, supporting faculty review processes in alignment with
University policies, unit bylaws, timelines, documentation
requirements, and applicable Collected Rules and Regulations.
Oversees assessment, data collection and analysis of program
outcomes.
Oversee the efforts of the Student Services Coordinator in
managing student counseling, mentoring and advising.
Has a global perspective of integration of basic biomedical and
clinical sciences addressing the changing national educational
environment in dentistry.
Has a pulse on the future of dental education and is passionate
about shaping the educational programs for the future of dental
education.
Participates with dean’s leadership team in discussing/triaging
important external, university, campus and school initiatives.
Promotes positive, civil discourse while valuing, promoting and
upholding the UMKC School of Dentistry Core Values
Demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication and
maintains confidentiality of information when required.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- DDS/DMD or equivalent and/or a master’s or doctoral degree in a
related healthcare profession, educational discipline, or clinical
science
- Education and academic experience commensurate with appointment
at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor
- Demonstrated record of administrative achievement and at least
five years of ongoing leadership roles in a dental institution
- Evidence of demonstrated interpersonal and communication
skills, excellent judgment and collaborative management
expertise.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with accreditation processes and accreditation
preparation
- Demonstrated successful leadership in the American Dental
Education Association (ADEA) or other discipline-specific
professional organizations
To be qualified for tenure-track or tenured
eligibility:
- In addition to the above, candidates for a tenure-eligible
appointment should possess:
- Advanced teaching experience and philosophy
- Provide demonstrated potential for or provide evidence of
funded research and scholarly activity, and
- Demonstrated service to the profession and/or participation in
local, state or national professional organizations.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and
experience. This is a 12-month, benefit-eligible, full-time (1.0)
faculty appointment eligible for ranked promotion.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans,
tuition discounts for employees and qualifying dependents, and
retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Our academic
workloads and schedules promote a positive work/life balance.
Application Materials
For consideration, you must apply online at
https://www.umkc.edu/hr/careers/
, Academic Positions/Prospective Employees (Job Opening ID
60872 .)
Please complete the application and questionnaire. Application
materials include:
- personal letter of interest and applicable experience for a
ranked faculty position with an administrative role
- a curriculum vitae including
- evidence of scholarly activity for tenure-track applicants
and
- a current list of professional references with contact
information
Please combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft
Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document
name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters
(e.g., /, &, %, etc.). Maximum size limit is 11MB.
- If you are experiencing technical problems during application,
please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu
.
- For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu
including the Job Identification number 60872 and name of
the position.
- Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the
application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation,
please contact the Office of Equity and Title IX at (816)
235-1323.
Official higher education transcripts will be required for
candidates advancing as finalists. Candidates will receive prior
notification if references will be contacted. A Criminal Background
Check is required prior to hire.
Handling of Application Materials
After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be
shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For
affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with
all faculty in all departments involved.
Application Deadline
Review of applications begins upon receipt. Applications will be
accepted until a qualified candidate is hired.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship may be available for candidates
currently in the United States in H-1B status or other
work-authorized status.
Community Information
A City on the Rise: Big City Life and Midwest Charm, Kansas
City offers the best of both worlds - a vibrant, urban community
with midwestern appeal and an affordable cost of living. The
university is located in a Kansas City metropolitan area that is
among the most entrepreneurial cities in America with a population
of more than 2.4 million. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the
hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and
ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both
the Volker and Health Sciences campuses. Our community boasts
championship professional athletic teams, NASCAR racing, a new
international airport, and a rich history of music and performing
arts. Our beautiful state provides rivers, lakes, biking/hiking
trails and mountains for outdoor enthusiasts all within an easy
drive.
UMKC is proud to be “
Kansas City’s university,” and the
campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the
surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and
find more resources, visit
VisitKC.com .
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For
additional information on University benefits, please visit the
Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity
& Title IX at 816-235-6910.