Associate Professor Computer Science Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Job Description
Assistant or Associate Professor, Operative Dentistry & Cariology, Department of Comprehensive Dentistry
The University of Maryland School of Dentistry invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position Assistant or Associate Professor in the Division of Operative Dentistry& Cariology, Department of Comprehensive Dentistry. We are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic candidates with a strong commitment to dental education and a collaborative spirit. Ideal applicants will demonstrate a positive attitude toward teaching and a desire to grow professionally within academic dentistry.
Position Responsibilities
The successful candidate will contribute significantly to both preclinical and clinical instruction in Operative Dentistry. Approximately 60-80% of the role will be dedicated to teaching, with the remaining time allocated to scholarly activities, service, and professional development.
Key Duties Include:
Teaching preclinical and clinical courses in restorative dentistry, with a focus on operative dentistry for DDS students.
Serving as course director and instructor for one or more core or elective courses, including course development and student mentoring.
Supporting student learning, development, and decision-making to promote academic success and well-being.
Collaborating with faculty to enhance teaching strategies and improve student outcomes.
Participating in scholarly activities within and beyond the department.
Engaging in departmental, school, and university committees, meetings, and community service.
Maintaining a professional development plan that includes research or other scholarly pursuits.
Conducting or contributing to dental research initiatives.
Supervising undergraduate or graduate student research projects as needed.
Demonstrating innovation in curriculum development and/or continuing education.
Contributing to the professional community through peer review, grant panels, and participation in national/international conferences.
Exhibiting strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills, with a clear commitment to teaching and scholarship.
Responding to assignments from the Chair of Comprehensive Dentistry and the Dean of the School of Dentistry to support departmental and school operations.
Demonstrating teamwork in planning, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• DDS/DMD degree or foreign equivalent.
• Eligibility for dental licensure in the State of Maryland.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills, diplomacy, adaptability, and motivation.
• Organizational skills and a collaborative mindset.
  Preferred Qualifications
• Candidates with operative dentistry residency, master's, or Ph.D. degrees in a related content area, strong record of publications and scientific accomplishment, and dental educational research experience.
• Ability to provide evidence of excellent university-level teaching and significant publications An understanding of initial considerations for restoration of single-tooth edentulism via implant dentistry and clinical experience with digital dentistry applications and workflow to include intraoral image acquisition and CAD/CAM of single-tooth restorations.

What you can expect from University of Maryland School of Dentistry:

• Annual patient volumes between 25K - 30K
• A competitive annual salary
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement plans
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, holidays and personal days
• An academic appointment with the University of Maryland School of Dentistry

How to apply
The position will be available until filled. Interested applicants should go to the University of Maryland Job Portal using the link below. Please submit the following, (1) a signed/dated detailed curriculum vitae and (2) a statement of teaching interests into the portal.
To apply, please visit
https://umb.taleo.net/careersection/umb_faculty+and+post+docs/jobdetail.ftl?job=250000WV&lang=en
Hiring range: $135,000 - $165,000 per year (depending on academic rank and commensurate with education and experience).
The University of Maryland Baltimore, School of Dentistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu.
If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
UMB is a Maryland state university. Applicants are expected to work, including telework, primarily in the State of Maryland.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.