Assistant Professor, Endodontics

Department Overview

The School of Dentistry shares the mission of the Oregon Health & Science University to provide educational programs, basic and clinical research, and high quality care and community programs. We strive to foster an environment of mutual respect where the free exchange of ideas can flourish. The dental school prepares graduates in general dentistry and the dental specialties to deliver compassionate and ethical oro-facial health care.

 

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Function/Duties of Position

The faculty appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service. The position supports the missions, goals and objectives of the Division of Endodontology within the School of Dentistry. This position includes responsibilities in the didactic and clinical education of students in the Predoctoral DMD program and in the Advanced Education Program in Endodontics. Clinical oversight of the delivery of patient care in the Predoctoral Endodontic Clinic and the Graduate Endodontic Clinic, didactic course content delivery, course directorship, and other academic activities are duties of the position.

 

The faculty appointee is eligible to conduct direct patient care as a member of the OHSU School of Dentistry Faculty Dental Practice.

 

This position reports to (supervisor):  Adam Lloyd, BDS, MS Division Head Endodontology

 

Position Duties:

• • Participation and collaboration in the education of predoctoral students didactically and clinically,
  • Participation in the education of students (residents) in the Advanced Education Program in Endodontics in accordance and collaboration with the Program Director and Division Head,
  • Collaboration with colleagues, students, and faculty across divisions and specialties within and outside the School of Dentistry to promote interprofessional development of the science and art of endodontics,
  • Establishment and maintenance of a program of specific and general scholarly activity,
  • Participation in student, Division, Department, and School of Dentistry support activities, (i.e., regular staff meetings, committee appointments, etc.),
  • Participation in administrative committees and councils of the Oregon Health & Science University as approved by the Chair and Division Head,
  • Engagement in professional organizations for professional development,
  • Participation in community outreach providing service in support of professional development and community need,
  • Engagement in public service through consultative, lecturing or teaching activities outside of OHSU with the knowledge and consent of the Division Head and Chair,
  • Fostering a work environment of belonging, diversity, inclusion and respect for all.

   

Required Qualifications

• D.D.S. or D.M.D. from a CODA accredited school or equivalent
• Completion of advanced education program in Endodontics from a CODA accredited program
• Board Certification in Endodontics (preferred but not required)
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted Oregon Dental License or a Faculty License
• Nitrous oxide or minimal sedation certification preferred
• BLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled in an OHSU training course and will be required to complete the course during the onboarding process
• Experience in management of a private practice in endodontics (preferred)
• Experience in teaching, research, service, patient care, and academic management, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills are preferred

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