Description

The UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry (UTSD), a part of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), invites nominations and applications for the full-time position of Director, Dental Hygiene Program at the associate- or full-professor level on the tenure or non-tenure track. The position is available immediately. The School of Dentistry seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, and service have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to excellence in dental education. Learn more at Go.uth.edu/DHDirector.

The School of Dentistry’s mission is “to improve human health by providing high-quality education, patient care, service, and research in oral health for Texas, the nation, and the world.” The Director is an integral part of the School of Dentistry’s administrative team and will provide innovative leadership, advocacy, and interdisciplinary learning in the integrated dental/dental hygiene curricula. The Director will also promote a humanistic and positive learning environment that welcomes, supports, and respects all students, residents, faculty, and staff.

The position has four critical areas of responsibility: teaching within the Dental Hygiene Program in both didactic course work and clinics, coordinating and supervising educational and staff activities pertinent to the success of the Dental Hygiene Program, research, and service. The Director will provide vision, focus, and mentorship to further develop a dynamic and growing Dental Hygiene Program, and will identify, cultivate, and pursue internal and external partnerships that lead to collaborative opportunities. Other duties will include administrative responsibilities, such as departmental planning and budgeting, staffing, and supervision, as well as departmental representation to the School of Dentistry, UTHealth Houston, and the community. The Director of the Dental Hygiene Program will also have the opportunity to participate in faculty practice. This position reports to the Chair of the Department of Periodontics and Dental Hygiene.

Applicant Qualifications

• Master’s degree in dental hygiene, education, or related field, a doctoral-level degree is preferred;
• Demonstrated record of teaching, academic leadership, successful research, and/or active involvement in dental hygiene;
• Credentials meriting appointment to the rank of associate or full professor on the tenure or non-tenure track;
• Prior clinical teaching and/or private practice experience;
• Effective communication skills; and,
• Experience working effectively across diverse areas of focus and responsibility.
• Applicants must be eligible for full or faculty licensure in Texas.

Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation based on disability or religious observances will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

 The school seeks candidates in all roles who are willing to contribute to our mission and vision, and promote interdisciplinary perspectives, understanding, and service to the community.

This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code #51.215. A background check and drug screening will be required for the final candidate.

For more information, visit dentistry.uth.edu or Go.uth.edu/DHDirector.

Instructions to Applicants

The application and supporting documents (CV, statement of teaching/research interests, and names and contact information of three references) must be submitted online at: Go.uth.edu/DHDirector-Apply

Confidential inquiries may be directed to:

Auco Dang
UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry
7500 Cambridge St, Suite 6350
Houston, TX 77054
Auco.Dang@uth.tmc.edu | 713-486-4258

Applicant Deadline
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

About UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry

The UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry (UTSD), a part of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), is the first dental school in Texas and located in the world-renowned Texas Medical Center. UTHealth Houston is the most comprehensive academic health center in The University of Texas System and educates more healthcare professionals than any other institution in Texas. This unique environment offers significant resources, an outstanding patient pool, and exceptional opportunities for education, patient care, research, opportunities for collaboration, and advanced training. UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation based on disability or religious observances will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

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