The College of Dental Medicine-Illinois (CDMI) at Midwestern University is a new predoctoral dental education program located in suburban Chicago, IL. CDMI is developing an innovative, integrated and patient-centered curriculum focusing on clinical excellence, critical thinking and ethical practice with an emphasis on oral health and the prevention and management of oral diseases in an evidence-based environment.

CDMI is seeking full-time clinical faculty to serve in the Group Practice student clinics at the rank of Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor to begin February, 2014. Primary responsibility is for the overall well-being of the patients being treated. The Group Practice faculty member has responsibility for instruction and demonstration in one-on-one, small group and plenary settings. The Group Practice faculty will supervise student dentists and provide direct patient care as required by the degree of difficulty of certain cases or for demonstration purposes. There is an opportunity to engage in scholarly activity, as deemed appropriate and as mutually agreed upon by the Group Practice Faculty and CDMI administration.

Candidates must possess a DMD/DDS degree, excellent clinical skills and at least 3 years experience in dental practice and/or dental education. GPR or AEGD training is desirable. This individual must be eligible for a license to practice dentistry in the state of Illinois or be eligible for a restricted faculty license. Excellent interpersonal and collegial attributes are essential along with a patient and learner-centered focus, in a humanistic environment. Experience with electronic patient records and educational software programs will be beneficial.

Appointment at the Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor level will be based on individual experience and credentials. Midwestern University offers competitive salaries and opportunities exist for advancement.

Interested individuals should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and 3 professional references to:

Midwestern University Dental Institute Attn: Dr. Darryn Weinstein 3450 Lacey Rd., Suite 120 Downers Grove, IL 60515

Applications can also be made on-line at:

https://www4.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/midwestern/PublicJobs/Canviewjobs.cfm?

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Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry is seeking a Clinical Director for the Kuwaiti Ministry of Health Educational Program.

As part of an agreement with the Kuwaiti Ministry of Health, Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry is seeking to recruit an assistant/associate professor and director who will supervise the clinical education of dentists in a two-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry program. The candidate must be able to practice dentistry in an AEGD or faculty practice. The candidate must have a DDS/DMD degree from an accredited US Dental School and a minimum of two years post-graduate training in Advanced Education in General Dentistry and/or General Practice Residency, or the equivalent. Candidates with additional education in public health (MPH or DrPH/PhD) and expertise in management of community clinics will be preferred Applicants should have at least two years of experience working in an academic, hospital, community health center or government institution with an in-depth understanding of clinical operations and management, as well as clinical practice experience. Candidates should possess exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills, and experience in teaching and working with international dentists. Candidates should be comfortable providing multidisciplinary oral health care for a wide variety of patients including patients with special needs and medically compromised patients; and advanced restorative, surgical, prosthodontics, periodontics, and surgical care. Candidates must be eligible for Pennsylvania licensure.

Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Temple University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For confidential consideration, interested individuals should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references to Dr. Lisa Deem, Associate Dean for Admissions, Diversity, and Student Services, Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry, 3223 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140.

Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry is seeking applicants for a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor position to serve as the Director of the Division of Operative Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry to begin July 1, 2013. The candidate should have experience and demonstrated leadership skills in teaching and providing patient care using current evidence-based methods in caries management. The responsibilities for this position will include designing and implementing a new curriculum in cariology and restorative dentistry, clinical supervision of students as general dentists, development of contemporary didactic curriculum materials, lecturing, preclinical instruction, and research in the field of operative dentistry. Applicants should be familiar with current pedagogical teaching methods including evidence-based oral health care. Qualified candidates must have a valid Pennsylvania dental license or the necessary credentials to obtain an institutional teaching license and must have an MSc in Operative Dentistry from a US program.

Send resume to Dr. Lisa Deem, Chair Search Committee, Office of the Dean, Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry, 3223 North Broad Street, Philadelphia PA, 19140. Temple University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Dentistry is seeking dentists for a full-time faculty position in the Department of General Practice. Ideal candidates will have experience in dental practice management and operations. Responsibilities will include leadership of a Practice Group, teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate dental students in preparation for private practice, service, and scholarship. Methods will include clinical and didactic teaching, course directorship, curriculum development, scholarly activity, mentoring and patient care. Participation in faculty practice and research is encouraged. Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as faculty member at VCU. Applicants must have a D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree and eligible for licensure in Virginia. Required are strong leadership skills, expansive clinic experience, and expertise in practice management. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Send curriculum vitae and a list of at least three references to: Dr. Terrence Imbery, Chair of Search Committee, Department of General Practice, School of Dentistry, Virginia Commonwealth University, P.O. Box 980566, Richmond, VA 23298.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university, providing access to education and employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, political affiliation or disability.

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