Assistant/Associate Professor - General Dentistry

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Assistant/Associate Professor - General Dentistry

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Description

Creighton University School of Dentistry is seeking a motivated individual to support the didactic and clinical curricula of the school including patient services through the School's pre-doctoral clinic model.

The 12 month-tenure-track position will work with a team of dedicated faculty who are building on a rich legacy of excellence in dental education and expanding our capacity as a national resource in the dental profession. Responsibilities include supporting the delivery of the curriculum notably in the preclinical courses and labs in addition to the clinic.

Primary appointment will be in the Department of General Dentistry. Academic rank and salary will be based upon qualifications.

This is a teaching-research clinical sciences, tenure-track position. Creighton is a Catholic and Jesuit comprehensive university committed to excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

Qualifications

Required:

• DDS or DMD degree or an equivalent degree from an international program combined with an ADA accredited certificate of completion from an applicable specialty or postgraduate program.
• Successful completion of Part I and Part II of the National Board Dental Examination or the Integrated National Board Dental Examination prior to the date of hire.
• Candidates must possess an unrestricted Nebraska Dental License or be eligible to obtain an unrestricted Nebraska Dental License in a category for which they are eligible and also acquire credentialing from applicable third-party payer systems.
• Candidates must also possess strong organizational and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a collegial, interdisciplinary environment.

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree or certificate in Operative Dentistry or Dental Materials; or a Certificate from a Post graduate program in General Dentistry (AEGD/GPR); or a multi-year general dentistry commitment as part of military service for the purpose of joining existing faculty in dental materials research and advanced restorative techniques, which may include digital dentistry applications.
• General dentists, having experiential learning of significance are encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions

How to apply

Candidates should submit their application through Interfolio

The Complete application must include:

• Cover Letter
• CV or Resume

If a candidate is called for an interview, they may be asked to provide one or all of the following:

• Original academic transcripts from all institutions of higher education attended
• Letters of recommendation, at least two of which should speak to the candidate's teaching ability
• Statement of teaching philosophy as it applies to dental education
• Make formal presentation to faculty body a sample of scholarly activity

Creighton University is a Catholic and Jesuit comprehensive university committed to excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The School of Dentistry provides an exceptional education in an unrivaled clinical learning environment and is an integral component of Creighton University, a dynamic and growing institution located in Omaha Nebraska, and a proud member of the Big East Conference. Omaha boasts a lively, thriving metropolitan community conveniently located in the nation's heartland.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

AAP/EEO Statement

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.

Department

School of Dentistry

Posted

Mon, 11/17/2025

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