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Interested candidates should submit the following via a secure Interfolio portal:

• Curriculum vitae 

• Statement of interests and goals 

• Names of three professional references 

Applications will be accepted and evaluated on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. To optimize your chances, please apply as soon as possible. The search committee plans to begin reviewing applications in late May.

Questions regarding the position and responsibilities should be directed to the search committee Co-Chairs, Prof. Jennifer Cullen (jecullen@umich.edu) and Dr. Sandra Stuhr (sstuhr@umich.edu). For questions regarding the application or search process, please contact the Administrative Specialist, Melanie LaPointe (melp@umich.edu).

The University of Michigan School of Dentistry (Ann Arbor) invites qualified applications for the Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor position in the Division of Dental Hygiene in the Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine. The salary and rank will be commensurate with experience, education, and credentials.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a clinical assistant, associate, or full professor on the clinical track to join a vibrant and well-established department. The Division of Dental Hygiene and the Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine at the University of Michigan have long maintained strong leadership roles, advancing research and academic direction in their fields. 

The Division of Dental Hygiene at the University of Michigan is internationally recognized for clinical and academic excellence in the field of dental hygiene. The Division provides clinical patient care at the undergraduate and graduate levels, both at the School of Dentistry and in community-based dental programs. The Division offers exceptional research environments. Numerous opportunities are available for collaboration within the dental school and the greater university community. This position offers the opportunity to establish an intramural clinical practice.

Required qualifications include a Master's degree in dental hygiene or equivalent degree and eligibility for dental hygiene licensure in the state of Michigan. Also, a demonstrated record of scholarly activity, teaching excellence, professional service, and clinical experience appropriate to a university setting. Scholarly activity should include evidence of contributions to clinical, educational, or behavioral research. Experience in leadership at the institutional, state, or national level is preferred, such as leadership in professional organizations, education programs, mentorship, committees, or initiatives.

The successful candidate will have an established reputation in academia and a vision for the future of dental hygiene education. Successful candidates will also have collaborative and interpersonal communication skills consistent with faculty expectations at a major university and the ability to contribute meaningfully to the Division's academic mission, strategic priorities, and national visibility. 

Experience in grant writing, grant development, and/or grant administration is desirable.

This position is posted as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a criminal background check and may involve an institutional reference check regarding misconduct. Applicants may also be required to complete a self-disclosure form and an authorization to release information. The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

About University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.

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