Assistant Professor of Dentistry-Oral Pathology/Oral Medicine

Description

Recruitment Period: 12/05/2024 - Until Filled

Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week

Location: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, 111 University Parkway, Suite 202, Yakima, WA 

Start Date: January 1st, 2026

Salary Information:

Assistant Professor: Annual Minimum Salary-$158,300-Annual Maximum Salary-$190,000 for Full-Time Status

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Pro-rated based on hours/week (FTE).

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) was founded as a 501(c) (3) non-profit medical institution in 2005 aimed at increasing access to health care in medically underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest.

The University currently offers the degrees of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Master of Arts in Medical Science, and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy enrolling over 550 students annually with plans to develop other programs and/or colleges. Interprofessional education partnerships with other universities adds another 100 students to the population. The campus includes 300 employees with academic programming spread over a five state region.

PNWU is located in Yakima, WA, a city of approximately 95,000 located in the south central part of the state near the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains in a major agricultural and outdoor recreation region. It is approximately 140 miles from Seattle, 170 miles from Portland, and 200 miles from Spokane. The Yakima Valley is a wonderful place to live, work and play. For more information, visit https://www.visityakima.com/.

General Summary:

The Assistant Professor of Dentistry-Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine is a full-time position within the School of Dental Medicine. The position will be responsible for all oral pathology and oral medicine didactic and clinical teaching in the DMD program, with some lecturing responsibilities in the General Pathology course. Ideal applicants will have teaching experience in these subjects in a predoctoral dental education program. A strong interest in teaching, service and scholarly activity is desired. Alignment with the school’s mission is essential.

Essential Job Functions:

•  Understands accreditation standards and expectations and adheres to policies and procedures to meet or exceed such standards.

•  Provides classroom and clinical instruction in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine; may also provide selected teaching in General Pathology. 

•  Oversees the oral pathology/oral medicine curriculum within the pre-doctoral program. 

•  Performs scholarly activity. 

•  Provides university and school service as assigned.

•  Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need. 

Requirements

Education:

• Required: D.D.S./D.M.D. or equivalent. Completion  of a CODA- Accredited advanced training program in Oral and Maxillofacial  Pathology or Oral Medicine 

• Required: Washington State Dental License

• Preferred: Board certification or board-eligible status

Experience:

• Required: Didactic and clinical experience teaching oral and maxillofacial pathology and  oral medicine to pre-doctoral students; experience managing clinical oral  pathology and oral medicine patients; teaching experience in systemic/general  pathology 

Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Ability to exhibit strong collaborative skills to employ policies diligently and implement the dental school’s mission and vision; strong organization, interpersonal, and planning skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work in a team and flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances; ability to problem solve by analyzing issues, creating action plans, and following through resolution

To ensure full consideration submit:

• A letter of introduction outlining background and qualifications for the position

• Detailed curriculum vitae

• Contact information for three professional references

The job announcement above is not the full job description, but represents the job responsibilities and requirements. A full job description can be provided upon request.

PNWU offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees first of the month following date of hire and competitive salary.

Benefit Package (benefit eligible is at least .5 FTE):

• Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403b with Roth Option
• Paid Holidays

For information about life in Yakima visit our PNWU page.

PNWU is a drug-free workplace, equal opportunity employer and educational institution. To request this publication in an alternative format, or to apply in an alternative format, please call Human Resources, 509.452.5100.

Salary : $158,300 - $190,000