Term Assistant or Associate Professor of Dental Hygiene
Term Assistant or Associate Professor of Dental Hygiene
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The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) School of Preventive and Therapeutic Sciences seeks an innovative energetic individual who will work in a collaborative teaching environment in the delivery of School of Preventive and Therapeutic Sciences courses in the UAA Dental Hygiene program. The faculty member appointed to this position will provide advising to prospective and current Dental Hygiene students as well as didactic laboratory and clinical education to students enrolled in the Dental Hygiene program. The faculty member will contribute to the structure and daily operation of the program and clinic including organization administration periodic review and evaluation continued development and general effectiveness of program curricula.
The University fosters an inclusive welcoming and respectful campus community that promotes diversity civility inclusion and an appreciation for each unique member of our academic community. UAA promotes and celebrates diversity through its academic and community support programs clubs committees and councils. Intellectual honesty mutual respect and freedom from discrimination intimidation discriminatory harassment and violence are central to our mission.
We honor diverse experiences and perspectivesincluding differences in ideas religion gender gender identity sexual orientation ethnicity race culture nationality age disability veteran and socioeconomic statusand strive to create welcoming and inclusive learning environments where all are treated with respect.
We are seeking a candidate with in-depth knowledge of contemporary curricular content for educating dental hygienists tailored to their specific areas of expertise. The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical dental hygiene skills and be proficient with current technologies in the field. They should demonstrate the ability to teach entry-level dental hygiene psychomotor affective and cognitive competencies through diverse pedagogical methods including lectures laboratory activities clinical instruction curriculum management systems like Blackboard and online modalities. A strong background in educational theory and methodology for curriculum development student evaluation and outcome assessment is essential. The candidate should also have strong written and oral communication skills computer literacy (especially with dental practice management software MS PowerPoint and MS Word) and the interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with a diverse population of students faculty staff and the public. They should be able to work both independently and as part of a faculty team demonstrating a commitment to the College of Healths mission and its diverse student and staff population.
Preferred:
A qualified candidate with current knowledge of education methods and Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) dental hygiene accreditation standards and procedures. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of service on behalf of dental hygiene education the community and the profession. They should possess successful citizen partnership skills and experience in maintaining partnerships with private and public agencies and organizations including advisory boards. A minimum of five years of clinical practice experience and at least three years of teaching experience in dental hygiene education are required.
Preferred candidates will have experience in curriculum development including web-based courses student evaluation and program assessment. Clinical experience in dental hygiene restorative functions and competency in using digital radiography and dental practice management software are highly desirable. The ideal candidate will have a background in leading or working within a diverse workforce in a multicultural setting familiarity with CODA accreditation processes and experience in program and clinic management. Additionally experience working in the community through partnerships and advisory boards is preferred.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelors degree or higher in dental hygiene or related field by time of hire.
Current (or obtained by the time of hire) Alaska Dental Hygiene or Dental License.
Current (or obtained by the time of hire) Alaska certification in Local Anesthesia (or Alaska Dental license).
Basic life support certification or equivalent by the time of hire.
Preferred Credentials:
A masters degree or higher in dental hygiene or a related field by the time of hire
State of Alaska Dental Hygiene Restorative Function endorsement
State of Alaska Dental Hygiene Nitrous Oxide certificate
Position Details:
This position is located on the Goose Lake campus in Anchorage AK. This is a full-time term funded 9-month exempt faculty position complete with both a competitive salary andfull employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options annual leave 12 paid holidays per year tuition waivers for employees and family members and affordable medical dental and vision care coverage.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.
This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC). position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the Universitys discretion.
*To be eligible for this position applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process please contact UA Human Resources by phone at .
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position please contact LeeAnne Carrothers Assistant Dean SPaTS at
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report whichcontains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence domestic violence sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
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Employment Type
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