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The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry seeks candidates for a full-time tenured/tenure-eligible Associate or Full Professor faculty position in the Division of Operative Dentistry.

Candidates must have expertise in Operative or general dentistry with a dedication and commitment to providing excellent education to pre-doctoral dental and dental therapy students that will contribute to them providing quality care and service to patients. Candidates must be able to work well with a diverse population of faculty, staff and students to provide a positive working environment. The School of Dentistry promotes diversity and inclusivity among School of Dentistry students, faculty, staff, and public; therefore, we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and service have prepared them to fulfill our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Required Qualification: 

• DDS, DMD or recognized international equivalent
• Minnesota dental license or eligible for Minnesota dental license, preferably by start date
• Documented successful experience in teaching, research and service to meet the tenured/tenure-eligible requirement
• Proven dedication to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment
• Experience with digital dentistry—both in practice (e.g., scanning, designing, printing, and milling in the fabrication of dental restorations) and in teaching (e.g., incorporating computer technologies in teaching and learning). 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Completion of an advanced education accredited training program in Operative Dentistry (from a U.S. or Canadian CODA approved program)
• Experience providing patient care and supervision in an academic setting
• Experience in a leadership role
• Demonstrated history of quality clinical and didactic teaching at the pre-doctoral level
• History of funded research and publication in Operative Dentistry or related fields
• Successful experience working with a diverse patient base
• Participation in institutional committees and governance
• Service as mentor to faculty and students

The University of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Low cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Health care and dependent daycare flexible spending accounts
• Excellent retirement plans with employer match
• Disability and employer paid life insurance
• Wellbeing program with reduced insurance premiums
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities covering 75%-100% of eligible tuition
• Student loan forgiveness opportunity
• Opportunities for growth and promotion
• Employee Assistance Program

For more information regarding benefits:University of Minnesota Benefits
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