Description

Hiring Department
UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

SCHOOL of DENTISTRY

Department of Endodontics

The UMKC School of Dentistry has a deeply rooted reputation for innovative leadership in dental education. For more than a century, the school has led the way by preparing the next generation of oral health care professionals, conducting cutting-edge research, delivering high-quality care to patients and allowing professionals to elevate their careers through our continuing education and practitioner training programs. UMKC School of Dentistry strives to be a model oral health-care education institution that maintains the highest ethical and scientific standards of care, serving patients and the profession in an evolving health-care environment.  https://dentistry.umkc.edu/about-us/ 

UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The UMKC Dental School is a partner of the UMKC Health Sciences District. The District strives to be a premier academic health district, engaging in cutting-edge biomedical research and entrepreneurship, delivering state-of-the-science health care, and educating the next generation of health care professionals. UMKC provides unique opportunities for research and health care collaboration across its Schools of: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing & Health Studies, and Pharmacy as well as University Health physicians, regional health care institutions, and the University of Missouri System’s NextGen Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center.

https://www.umkc.edu/ 

Job Description
The University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry seeks 2 non-tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Endodontics.

The faculty members will provide classroom, laboratory, clinical instruction and evaluation for pre-doctoral students. Candidates will create and deliver lecture presentations for didactic and laboratory classes. They will also teach endodontics to pre-doctoral students in the main clinic daily.

This is a ranked 12-month, benefit-eligible non-tenure track faculty position.Work week may be 4 days didactic and clinical instruction (32 hours/.80 FTE) or 5 days (40 hours/1.0 FTE) by negotiation.
Qualified candidates hired for 5 days per week (1.0 FTE) may be eligible to participate in faculty practice one day per week.
There is opportunity for ranked promotion.
Start date is upon hire, or by negotiation.
Our academic workloads and schedule promote a positive work/life balance.

Qualifications
All candidates should have a DMD/DDS degree or equivalent as well as advanced training in Endodontics. Eligibility for Missouri Dental Faculty permit is required.

Candidates for Associate Clinical Professor must meet the above minimum qualifications and additionally:

Hold a terminal degree and maintain licensure, with continuing education and at least one additional credential (e.g., specialty certification, fellowship, master’s degree in a supportive field such as education, sciences, or management, or other extensive professional development).
Demonstrate excellence in teaching, including significant course or clinical instruction, mentoring of students, and application of evidence-based practices.
Contribute actively to the school, community, or profession through practice, outreach, professional associations, consulting, or committee service.
Show achievements beyond the minimums, such as educational innovations, recognized service, or mentorship of students and trainees.

Anticipated Hiring Range
Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experience and workload/FTE. 

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, reduced tuition at all 4 UM System campuses for full-time employees and qualifying dependents, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. 

Application Materials
For consideration, you must apply online at https://www.umkc.edu/hr/careers/, click on Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 57355).

Complete the job application sections:

Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information.
Application materials include Letter of interest which provides your experience and qualifications for a ranked faculty position
Curriculum vitae
List of at least 3 current professional references
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.).

If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email [email protected] .
Official higher education transcripts are required for candidates advancing as finalists.
Candidates will receive prior notification if references will be contacted.
Selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal background check prior to employment.
Please direct any questions about the position to Dr. Rebecca Weisleder,  [email protected], Chair of the Department of Endodontics at the UMKC School of Dentistry.

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) 235-6910. 

Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until qualified candidates are selected.

Community Information
UMKC is a public, urban, research university with more than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students.  It is part of the larger University of Missouri System. Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with surrounding urban communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, and more economically secure quality of life.  UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community.

In the heart of the Midwest, Kansas City is a diverse and vibrant community with an affordable cost of living. 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 campuses. As one of the largest cities in Missouri, we are home to national championship sports teams, a rich history of cultural arts and music, NASCAR racing, a new international airport, and a community that is very engaged with and supportive of our university initiatives. Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and long bike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors. Kansas City offers something for everyone!  For additional information, https://www.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/totalrewards/benefits. 

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.