DescriptionTexas A&M University College of Dentistry invites applications for a full- time Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) position with an 11-month academic appointment beginning June 1, 2027. Applicants will be considered for the faculty titles of Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor, depending on qualifications and appointment track.
The position will include an administrative appointment as Executive Director for the Dental Hygiene Program. The Program Director of the Texas A&M College of Dentistry Dental Hygiene Program is a position considered at executive leadership level with the working title of Executive Director. The Executive Director responsibilities are equivalent to the responsibilities of a Department Head.
The administrative duties and responsibilities of this position include leadership and continuous improvement of the curriculum, oversight of all educational programs and learning experiences, and management of nonclinical, biomedical, and clinical education. The position is responsible for ensuring student success through matriculation, academic progression, graduation, and preparation for professional licensure. In addition, this position is responsible for providing administrative and operational leadership for the department, including the recruitment, development, mentorship, and evaluation of faculty and staff; stewardship of departmental resources and budget; oversight of assessment, accreditation, and continuous quality improvement efforts; and active engagement in college- and university-level governance, strategic planning, and institutional decision-making. In this administrative leadership role, the candidate will also participate at the executive level in advancing the strategic priorities, reputation, and growth of the Texas A&M College of Dentistry in alignment with the mission and vision of Texas A&M University.
As a member of the dental hygiene faculty, candidates will be expected to teach within the program; foster a culture of inquiry, scholarship, and creative activity; and support faculty endeavors consistent with the program's mission and goals. Additionally, candidates are required to participate in service activities should demonstrate a commitment to the missions of the College and the University through meaningful engagement in professional, institutional, and community service.
Accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), the Texas A&M College of Dentistry Dental Hygiene Program prepares competent oral health professionals to provide evidence-based education and preventive and clinical therapeutic services that promote oral health and overall well-being.
The Dental Hygiene Program at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry is a baccalaureate degree-granting program and a recognized leader in dental hygiene education. More information can be found at Dental Hygiene | College of Dentistry .
Qualifications- The successful candidate must possess a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene from a CODA-accredited program
- Master's degree or equivalent degree (e.g., MPH, MBA, MEd, or MS) appropriate for leading the program.
- Candidates must demonstrate a record of achievement in dental hygiene education through faculty teaching.
- Candidates must be eligible for licensure as a dentist or dental hygienist in Texas.
- Candidates must demonstrate evidence of leadership, scholarly engagement, and active involvement in the dental hygiene profession.
Application Instructions Interested applicants must apply through the Texas A&M University faculty job board hosted by Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/196012 and upload the following: 1) Curriculum Vitae, 2) Cover Letter 3) List of three references with full contact information including email addresses. 4) Personal Statement include philosophy and plans for research, teaching, and service, as applicable.
For questions related to this position please contact Ms. Rosa Vargas in the Office of Faculty Affairs via email, [redacted] or via phone, [redacted].
