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Posting Details
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank
School of Dentistry - Pre-Doctorate Director for Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
Department
01478 - SOD - EDUCATION
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Track
Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
As soon as possible
Details
School of Dentistry - Pre-Doctorate Director for Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
The University of Utah School of Dentistry (UUSOD) seeks qualified candidates with the skills and interest in directing a pre-doctorate Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic program. The UUSOD thrives on high-quality education and innovation while being committed to providing care to underserved populations across Utah.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• Didactic, simulation, and clinical curriculum development that meet the programmatic requirements laid out by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
• Managing and attending pre-doctorate pediatric clinics, ensuring evidence-based care
• Faculty recruitment, calibration, mentoring, and career development
• Work collaboratively with all UUSOD sections, including conservation and restoration, prosthodontics, endodontics, oral pathology, OMFS, and periodontics
Faculty will be hired at 0.5 -1.0 FTE in the career line clinical track at the rank of clinical line's instructor, assistant professor, associate professor, or professor. The candidate's experience and qualifications determine rank. The Section Head appointment is separate from the base faculty rank and will have a separate contract.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Possess a DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree and be eligible for an unrestricted dental license in Utah. Requirements for a Utah dental license are found on DOPL.
- Completed an accredited advanced education program in Pediatric Dentistry
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board Certification
- Background in teaching or higher education
- Background in clinical practice
The UUSOD has many opportunities for career advancement and leadership development. Compensation is based on the published ADEA compensation ranges, and we offer an excellent benefits package, including 14.2% to retirement with no match required, for all faculty who work more than 50% of the time. We also offer up to 25 vacation days per year and much more. You can learn more about the benefits package at https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/.
The school fosters a humanistic, evidence-based approach to education and patient care. We are looking for applicants who will educate and mentor dental students to be technically proficient in all aspects of primary oral health care and who can serve as role models for the compassionate and ethical care of patients. We also seek individuals whose drive and intellectual curiosity help advance research that leads to new therapeutics for oral health care. Finally, we seek applicants with insights and vision for partnering with other primary healthcare professionals to improve oral and overall health for patients.
As a member of the School of Dentistry team, you are expected to form positive and productive relationships with peers, students, and leadership to support the mission, vision, values, and PROMISE standards of the organization. You are expected to encourage and foster a supportive and compassionate environment for all patients, students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.
Values and Culture
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that
is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
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Special Instructions for Candidates
Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter summarizing teaching, clinical, and scholarly experiences, and three professional references' names/contact information. All references must be outside the University of Utah and/or its affiliates. Submit all applications to: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/197565
Inquiries may be directed to:
James Keddington DDS
Vice Dean
University of Utah School of Dentistry
James.Keddington@hsc.utah.edu
Open Date
03/10/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN04025F
Type
Faculty