Clinical Associate Professor of Orthodontics

Job Title: Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthodontics/Non-Tenure Track

Department: Brooks Rehabilitation College of Healthcare Sciences, School of School of Orthodontics

Position Reports to (Position Title): Program Director & BRCHS Dean

Position Class (Exempt or Non-Exempt): Exempt

Position Type (Full Time or Part Time): Full Time 

Is this a Primary or Additional Position: Primary

Job Summary

Jacksonville University's Brooks Rehabilitation College of Healthcare Sciences, School of Orthodontics seeks multiple Clinical Assistant or Associate Professors for full-time or part-time, non-tenure-track positions with opportunities for academic leadership. As one of the nation’s leading entities of orthodontic higher education, the School of Orthodontics at Jacksonville University has the opportunity and responsibility to be a force for positive change by producing and disseminating orthodontic knowledge and expertise and developing clinical professionals, citizens, and leaders. Utilizing a faculty cluster hiring mechanism is an efficient way to accelerate that positive change by recruiting exceptional faculty who are diverse, experienced, and dedicated to Orthodontic education. The Advanced Graduate Studies Program focuses on Orthodontic knowledge-based education as well as evidence-based patient care and research. The School of Orthodontics exists within the Jacksonville University’s Healthcare Sciences Complex and possesses a technologically advanced clinic with access to 3D Imaging. In addition, the program has access to a large pool of patients with diverse needs and backgrounds and holds a regular multidisciplinary collaboration with the Craniofacial Center and the Maxillofacial Surgery Division of UF Health. The Jacksonville University, School of Orthodontics promotes the translation of evidenced-based knowledge into clinical orthodontic practice. These are full-time positions with focuses on clinical orthodontic education and leadership. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervise patient care with residents and engage in clinical teaching.
• Participate in daily diagnostic and clinical progress seminars.
• Organize and manage clinical processes to facilitate an efficient practice environment.
• Course instruction, including lecturing and practical orthodontic training.
• Engage in independent research and subit for peer reviewed publications.
• Advise several students' research projects annually and supervise completion of resident theses.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Instruct, professionally communicate, and demonstrate skills techniques to healthcare students. 
• Self-directed, have computer proficiency that includes the knowledge necessary to develop case scenarios and simulations. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Ability to evaluate students in the teaching/learning lab environment. 
• Knowledge of effective teaching techniques and curriculum development. 
• Skill in facilitating development of student problem solving skills. 
• Ability to design effective learning activities for students. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff. 
• Role model professionalism and maintain professional skills lab environment for students. 

Education, Certificates, Licenses, and Experience:

• DDS or DMD from a CODA accredited program or its international equivalent. 
• Orthodontic training from a CODA accredited program or its international equivalent. 
• Eligibility for a Florida Dental Teaching Permit 
• Clinical orthodontic practice experience. 
• American Board of Orthodontics Certification. 
• Florida Dental Licensure or License to practice dentistry from another state. 

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines 
• Near vision sufficient to read written communications and computer display screens 
• Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and by phone 
• Work is typically performed in an orthodontic clinic setting and classroom environments. 

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.  

To Apply

Interested candidate are asked to submit a resume, cover letter, and list of references with this application.