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University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus
School of Dental Medicine | Department of Pediatric Dentistry
Clinical Teaching Faculty (C/T) - Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, or Professor)
Working Title: Director of Predoctoral Education
Full-Time
Position #00703896 Requisition # 39849
Job Summary:
The University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, School of Dental Medicine (SDM) welcomes applications for Director of Predoctoral Education from exceptional candidates for a full-time, clinical track faculty (Open Rank) to work in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) and the CU School of Dental Medicine.
The Predoctoral Education Director will provide strategic and operational leadership and direction, managing all aspects of the Predoctoral Program. The successful candidate will be an outstanding clinician-educator with interest in, and commitment to clinical care, teaching, and scholarship. This position reports to the department chair with their primary location at CHCO.
The Pediatric Dentistry clinics provide routine dental check-ups and complex oral treatments. Faculty focus on providing care for all children, including those with special needs, by creating care plans that include special behavioral requirements as needed for each child. The Department of Pediatric Dentistry faculty dedicate their time exclusively to working with children, teens and on young adults with SHCN.
The Predoctoral Pediatric Dentistry Program at the School of Dental Medicine is located at the Pediatric Dental Center within the Children's Hospital Colorado's Health Pavilion. The pediatric dentistry program has three care sites, including the hospital's newest multidisciplinary facilities, the Health Pavilion Dental Center and North Campus Dental Center, and Main Children's Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus.
Examples of Work Performed:
• Primary responsibilities include working as course director for predoctoral pediatric dentistry courses as well as supervision of dental students during their clinical pediatric dentistry rotation at the Health Pavilion Dental Center.
• Secondary responsibilities include overseeing overall continuity and quality of patient care in the predoctoral student clinic and performing outcomes assessments and student satisfaction surveys.
• Additional responsibilities include operational leadership and management of aspects of the predoctoral program including grading and drafting CODA self-study document with a commitment to ensuring excellent educational and patient care experiences for dental trainees.
• Responsibilities also include curriculum development and implementation ensuring full compliance with CODA guidelines from the predoctoral dental program.
• Responsibilities also include didactic and clinical teaching in the postdoctoral hospital-based residency program as part of Children's Hospital Colorado, the largest clinically integrated network in Colorado dedicated exclusively to children.
• The Director of Predoctoral Education will be expected to conduct ongoing evaluation of program goals, objectives, and content as well as outcomes assessment.
• The Director of Predoctoral Education will also be expected to represent the program at national meetings including Joint Academic Day at the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry annual conference or American Dental Education Association annual conferences.
*This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Why Join Us:
The Department of Pediatric Dentistry is a critical department that supports the mission areas of education, research, patient care and community engagement at the University of Colorado, School of Dental Medicine (CUSDM) and Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO). . Our team is committed to engage, innovate and enhance, as a way to support student success and better serve patients and the broader community.
The CU-AMC is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the CU-AMC's health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals: University of Colorado Hospital (UC Health) and Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. The CU-AMC has innovative, interconnected, and highly collaborative institutions. The CU-AMC is known for the delivery of life-changing treatments, quality patient care, and professional training of the future healthcare workforce. The CU-AMC houses world-renowned research faculty and ideas that are fueled by over $757 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
This is an open rank position and based on experience and qualifications as indicated below. Initial rank is based upon knowledge, achievement, and experience, and with the opportunity for academic promotion based upon demonstrated, ongoing excellence in education, research, clinical care, and community service. Applicants must have a clinical, scholarly, and/or academic record consistent with each SDM Faculty appointment level in the School of Dental Medicine.
Assistant Professor:
• A DDS/DMD degree from a CODA accredited U.S. dental school or foreign equivalent
• Completion of a CODA approved Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program
• Eligibility for a Colorado dental license and board eligible in pediatric Dentistry
• Some successful teaching experience and/or history of providing clinical care.
Associate Professor:
• A DDS/DMD degree from a CODA accredited U.S. dental school or foreign equivalent
• Completion of a CODA approved Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program
• Eligibility for a Colorado dental license and board eligible in pediatric Dentistry
• Well qualified to teach and/or provide clinical care with considerable demonstrated evidence of successful teaching and demonstrated leadership and service.
Professor:
• A DDS/DMD degree from a CODA accredited U.S. dental school or foreign equivalent
• Completion of a CODA approved Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program
• Eligibility for a Colorado dental license and board eligible in pediatric Dentistry
• Demonstrate outstanding accomplishments in teaching, and/or providing clinical care, a record of leadership, and a meritorious leadership and service record.
Preferred Qualifications:
• The preferred candidate will have academic healthcare experience and a demonstrated commitment to working in a collaborative and multi-cultural environment; and must be committed to the highest standards of conduct.
• Demonstrated previous academic and patient care experience mentoring and precepting students, trainees, staff, etc.
• Commitment to working with vulnerable and underserved populations.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational and communication skill
• Graduate degree in a relevant and applicable area; Candidates with an additional doctoral degree, such as PhD, are encouraged to apply as well.
• Embrace and model the CHCO Standards of Behavior and hold trainees accountable for adherence to these standard
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate a broad range of rules, and regulations in order to exercise good judgment in applying them to dental medicine.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, including public speaking.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Thorough knowledge of current management and leadership methods and best practices.
• Knowledge of professional standards, concepts and practices related to supervision.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality while working with sensitive information.
• Ability to take initiative with daily work activities and collaborates to create a positive effect on team performance.
• The ideal candidate for this position will be a detail oriented, dedicated and professional individual.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addre
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at Careers at CU Anschutz Dental or www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: SDMHR @ SDMhr@cuanschutz.edu.
Screening of Applications Begins:
Screening begins on Immediately and continues until position is filled.
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications on a rolling basis until position is filled. Those who do not apply by July 31st, 2026 may or may not be considered.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as:
• Assistant $185,000-197,500
• Associate $210,000-222,500
• Professor $231,000-254,000
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.