Position/Rank
School of Dentistry - Pre-Doctorate Director for Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

Department
01478 - SOD - EDUCATION

City
Salt Lake City, UT

Track
Track Dependent on Qualifications

New Position to Begin
As soon as possible

Details

School of Dentistry - Pre-Doctorate Director for Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

The University of Utah School of Dentistry (UUSOD) seeks qualified candidates with the skills and interest in directing a pre-doctorate Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic program. The UUSOD thrives on high-quality education and innovation while being committed to providing care to underserved populations across Utah.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• Didactic, simulation, and clinical curriculum development that meet the programmatic requirements laid out by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
• Managing and attending pre-doctorate pediatric clinics, ensuring evidence-based care
• Faculty recruitment, calibration, mentoring, and career development
• Work collaboratively with all UUSOD sections, including conservation and restoration, prosthodontics, endodontics, oral pathology, OMFS, and periodontics

Faculty will be hired at 0.5 -1.0 FTE in the career line clinical track at the rank of clinical line's instructor, assistant professor, associate professor, or professor. The candidate's experience and qualifications determine rank. The Section Head appointment is separate from the base faculty rank and will have a separate contract.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Possess a DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree and be eligible for an unrestricted dental license in Utah. Requirements for a Utah dental license are found on DOPL.

- Completed an accredited advanced education program in Pediatric Dentistry

Preferred Qualifications:

- Board Certification

- Background in teaching or higher education

- Background in clinical practice

The UUSOD has many opportunities for career advancement and leadership development. Compensation is based on the published ADEA compensation ranges, and we offer an excellent benefits package, including 14.2% to retirement with no match required, for all faculty who work more than 50% of the time. We also offer up to 25 vacation days per year and much more. You can learn more about the benefits package at https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/.

The school fosters a humanistic, evidence-based approach to education and patient care. We are looking for applicants who will educate and mentor dental students to be technically proficient in all aspects of primary oral health care and who can serve as role models for the compassionate and ethical care of patients. We also seek individuals whose drive and intellectual curiosity help advance research that leads to new therapeutics for oral health care. Finally, we seek applicants with insights and vision for partnering with other primary healthcare professionals to improve oral and overall health for patients.

As a member of the School of Dentistry team, you are expected to form positive and productive relationships with peers, students, and leadership to support the mission, vision, values, and PROMISE standards of the organization. You are expected to encourage and foster a supportive and compassionate environment for all patients, students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter summarizing teaching, clinical, and scholarly experiences, and three professional references' names/contact information. All references must be outside the University of Utah and/or its affiliates. Submit all applications to: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/197565

Inquiries may be directed to:

James Keddington DDS

Vice Dean

University of Utah School of Dentistry

[email protected]

Open Date
03/10/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Requisition Number
PRN04025F

Type
Faculty