What are the responsibilities and job description for the School of Dentistry - Part-time Dentist/Faculty- Clinical & Community Sciences position at The University of Alabama at Birmingham?
Posting Details
Position Information
School / College
School of Dentistry
Title
School of Dentistry - Part-time Dentist / Faculty- Clinical & Community Sciences
Assignment Category
Part-Time
Rank
Open Rank
Tenure Status
Non-Tenure Track
Payroll Status
Faculty 12
Job Description
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Dentistry, in conjunction with the local dental community, has launched an innovative community-care clinic to provide general dental services for Dothan, AL and the surrounding area. This state-of-the-art eight-chair clinic provides community-based patient care as well as a learning environment for rotating students from the UAB School of Dentistry.
The Department of Clinical & Community Sciences invites applicants to apply for the unique opportunity to be a part-time dentist and faculty. This position is a part-time, non-tenure earning, clinical track faculty appointment in the Division of Behavioral & Population Sciences. Responsibilities include providing patient care, interactions with and direct supervision of clinical staff, administrative duties related to the clinical teaching of dental students and residents. This faculty shall work with and support the Lead Dentist and Clinical Director of the clinic. A generous benefits package includes participation in Retirement Systems of Alabama Teachers Retirement, a 403(b) plan with 1 : 1 matching, and professional liability coverage provided by UAB.
The clinic fulfils an integral role of providing comprehensive oral care for patients in the Wiregrass region of the state. Supervised students have the experience of patient care in a comprehensive / practice-based model and are exposed to a diverse community of patients. The clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art dental equipment, fully staffed and is housed in a medical complex facility.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have a DDS / DMD degree and be eligible for a dental license in Alabama. The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate innovation and collegiality within the academic environment and lead clinical practice. Excellent written and verbal English skills are required.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior dental practice experience preferred.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F2573P
Open Date
01 / 15 / 2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Nondiscrimination Statement
UAB is an Equal Employment / Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu / titleix .
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