Assistant Professor - Clinical
Listed on 2026-03-15
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Dental / Dentistry
Dentistry / General Dentist
Job Title and Department
Job Title:
Assistant Professor - Clinical
Department:
Dentistry | Pre-Doctoral Restorative and Prosthetic
The College of Dentistry at The Ohio State University is seeking applications for clinical-track faculty positions at the rank of assistant/associate professor in the Division of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry. The primary responsibilities of this position will be didactic and clinical instruction in the pre-doctoral fixed, removable, and implant prosthodontics curricula. Other duties include research and scholarly activity, supporting the overall mission of the division, participating in university and college governance, contributing to the college’s continuing education programs, and practicing in the college’s affiliated intramural Dental Faculty Practice.
PerformanceObjectives
Successful performance is reviewed based on:
- Promote evidence-based teaching skills in an education setting, proficiency in prosthodontics, and a strong track record of scholarly activity.
- Demonstrate a passion for student education.
- Apply advanced technology to enhance teaching and learning.
- Participate in teaching activities consistent with division goals.
- Demonstrate effective teaching skills through student and peer reviews.
- May serve as course director which includes preparation and distribution of course materials, management of lecture/laboratory schedules, and conducting and grading of all examinations.
- Support a model for dental education that includes the incorporation of innovative technologies, interdisciplinary education and patient care, and evidence-based dentistry.
- Provide interdisciplinary mentoring to students.
- Demonstrate collaboration between college divisions.
- Participation in college and/or university committees.
- Membership in professional organizations and contributions to professional activities outside of the university.
- Live The Ohio State University’s Shared Values.
Required:
Candidates must have a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent degree and a certificate of advanced education in prosthodontics from a CODA-accredited program. They also must be eligible for a regular or limited teaching license by the Ohio State Dental Board. Information on state dental licensure is available o.gov/Licensure/Dentist.
Desired:
Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience and experience in the application of advanced digital technology in dental education and an MS, PhD, EdD, or other advanced degree. Board certification by the American Board of Prosthodontics is highly desirable.
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Teaching and Mentoring
The Division of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry is composed of several disciplines, including Operative Dentistry, Dental Anatomy, Occlusion, Fixed Prosthodontics, Removable Prosthodontics, Implant Dentistry, Digital Dentistry, and Dental Materials Science.
The College and The UniversityThe College of Dentistry distinguishes itself nationally by engaging faculty throughout the campus, around the state, and across the country in a host of experiences. Ohio State is a top-20 public university and a leading academic health center. The university emphasizes excellence, diversity, inclusion, and integrity.
Ohio State is committed to enhancing academic excellence. The Office of Academic Affairs offers Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation resources to support new and prospective faculty and their families. Additional information about dual career opportunities, relocation resources, and campus engagement is available through these programs. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).
Location:
Postle Hall (0024)
Position Type:
Regular
Scheduled
Hours:
40
Shift: First Shift
Equal Opportunity and Background CheckAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post-offer process.
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