Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery- Full-Time Faculty Open Rank

The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine (UPSDM) is accepting applications for a full-time faculty member in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS). The faculty position is in the appointment stream, non-tenured, and the faculty member's rank may be assistant professor, associate professor, or professor, depending on experience and qualifications. The primary responsibilities will include didactic and clinical instruction of students and residents, scholarly activities, and service. Participation in the faculty practice is also expected. We are seeking an outstanding individual with excellent leadership skills to contribute to all aspects of our clinical practice, our educational programs, and the research impact of our institution.

The candidate must have a DDS or DMD degree and be eligible for Board certification, or be Board certified, by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The candidate must possess or be able to obtain an appropriate license for clinical practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, have a developed or have a developing area of clinical excellence, and have mentoring experience. Favorable consideration will be given to those with additional training credentials such as an MD, Ph.D., fellowship qualification, or other advanced degrees. The salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and credentials. Desirable candidates will have substantial experience in the research environment, unique clinical talents, and strong mentoring skills. Application reviews will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Pittsburgh is a top-tier public research institution. The UPSDM is located on the University's main campus in Pittsburgh, contiguous with the other five health science schools. The School of Dental Medicine works as a key collaborative partner with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). UPMC is an internationally renowned academic medical center and health care enterprise. The robust infrastructure supports clinicians and educators with innovative clinical programs, biomedical research, and health sciences research, enabling discoveries that save lives and change the landscape of patient care. As part of the clinical practice and faculty of the University of Pittsburgh, the practitioner will have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians, innovators, and investigators from around the world and become part of a vibrant community of health care providers dedicated to making a difference in their chosen field and in the lives of others.

The Department of OMS is fortunate to be situated in this dynamic and innovative environment, where researchers and providers collaborate with the desire to affect the development of the transformative scientific discovery, leading to significant clinical improvements for our patients.

To apply please go to join.pitt.edu, select Faculty Positions, and enter 22004022 in the Keyword search. Upload a curriculum vitae, and a statement describing interest in the position, qualifications, and experience. The search committee will begin reviewing applications upon receipt.

External referee letters are required for all new faculty appointments at Pitt Dental Medicine. The number of required external referee letters varies according to the type of faculty appointment, as does the method of solicitation. At the rank of Assistant Professor: The candidate may submit three letters addressed to either the Search Committee Chair or the Office of Faculty Affairs. At the rank of Associate Professor or Professor: The candidate should supply the names and contact information of six potential external referees whom we may contact on your behalf.

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