West Virginia University School of Dentistry in Morgantown, WV is seeking applications for a full-time clinical track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the Department of Dental Hygiene. Determination of faculty salary and academic rank is within the purview of the Dean and Faculty Evaluation Committee and will be commensurate with qualifications. The West Virginia University Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center Campus includes the Schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Public Health. Located only 80 miles south of Pittsburgh, Morgantown is easily accessible to major metropolitan areas in the East and Midwest and has been named one of the best small cities in the U.S.
Responsibilities will include oversight of didactic, pre-clinical, and clinical instruction to dental hygiene and dental students, high quality scholarly activity, and service-related activities. The successful candidate may serve in roles of clinical and didactic teaching, course director for courses assigned and/or clinic supervisor.
Master’s Degree in dental hygiene or health related field
Registered dental hygiene graduate from a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association
Possess a current dental hygiene license from the West Virginia Board of Dental Examiners
Current BLS certification recognized by the American Heart Association
Minimum of two years experience as a dental hygiene clinical instructor
Minimum of two years experience as a practicing dental hygienist
Demonstrated commitment to advancing the dental hygiene profession
Evidence of multiple appointed and/or elected officer positions in state and national organizations
Demonstrate effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Evidence of positive leadership skills
Strong commitment to diversity, collegiality, and social justice
To be considered for appointment at the Associate Professor level, candidates must demonstrate a record of scholarly activity, service, and experience in dental hygiene education
The West Virginia University Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center Campus includes the Schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Public Health. Located only 80 miles south of Pittsburgh, Morgantown is easily accessible to major metropolitan areas in the East and Midwest and has been named one of the best small cities in the U.S.