Open Rank Dentistry Faculty, DCG-Oral Biology & Diagnostic Sciences- Oral Medicine
Job ID: 265340
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
Job Summary
Job ID: 265340
Position #: 20013704

The Dental College of Georgia (DCG) at Augusta University (AU) seeks a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in Oral Medicine who will collaborate to ensure delivery of the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) educational program in Oral Medicine by assisting with curriculum planning, implementation, evaluation, reporting, and review. The selected candidate will also collaborate to manage the Oral Medicine curriculum to ensure compliance with the college's mission, accreditation standards, and achievement of student learning objectives; assist with development of academic schedules; and coordinate classroom and clinic assignments for implementation of the Oral Medicine curriculum. This position will monitor DMD Oral Medicine course enrollment, curriculum inventory reports and attendance data, as required, in accordance with institutional policy and procedures. The faculty member will collaborate to provide oversight for the development, administration and analysis of Oral Medicine courses; monitor student completion of the DMD Oral Medicine program's didactic and clinical expectations; assist with the collection and management of confidential and sensitive assessment data required for student academic progress and review assessment; and assist with Oral Medicine academic program assessment information for the DCG for the purpose of institutional decision-making and policy development. It is also expected that the position will collaborate to manage and oversee Oral Medicine Clinics by providing guidance for DMD students in Oral Medicine clinics, and working collaboratively to provide guidance regarding consultations for and referrals from other student and resident clinics. This position reports to the Chair of Oral Biology & Diagnostic Sciences. The tenure track (on tenure track or not on tenure track) of this position will be determined at the time of hire once the final candidate has been selected. The tenure track (on tenure track or not on tenure track) of this position will be determined at the time of hire once the final candidate has been selected.re track (on tenure track or not on tenure track) of this position will be determined at the time of hire once the final candidate has been selected.The tenure track (on tenure track or not on tenure track) of this position will be determined at the time of hire once the final candidate has been selected.
Responsibilities

Collaborate to ensure delivery of the DMD Educational Program in Oral Medicine
o Assist with DMD Oral Medicine curriculum planning, implementation, evaluation, reporting, and review.
o Collaborate to manage the DMD Oral Medicine curriculum to ensure compliance with the college's mission, accreditation standards and achievement of published student learning objectives.
o Assist with development of academic schedules and coordination of classroom, laboratory, and clinic assignments for implementation of the DMD Oral Medicine curriculum.
o Monitor DMD Oral Medicine course enrollment, curriculum inventory reports and attendance data, as required, in accordance with institutional policy and procedures.
o Collaborate to provide oversight for the development, administration and analysis of DMD Oral Medicine courses.
o Monitor student completion of the DMD Oral Medicine program's didactic and clinical expectations in order to endorse promotion toward graduation.
o Assist with the collection and management of confidential and sensitive assessment data required for student academic progress and review assessment.
o Assist with Oral Medicine academic program assessment information for the DCG for the purpose of institutional decision-making and policy development.

Collaboratively Provide Management and Oversight of Oral Medicine Clinics
o Provide guidance for DMD students in student Oral Medicine clinics.
o Work collaboratively to provide guidance regarding consultations for and referrals from other student and resident clinics.
Required Qualifications
Degree equivalent to DMD or DDS; must be a graduate of an ADA accredited dental school or have 2 years of postgraduate training and be licensed in or eligible for licensure by the Georgia Board of Dentistry.
Certificate in Oral Medicine from a CODA-accredited residency program.
Graduate from an Oral Medicine residency program.
Assistant Professor - Early level career as a faculty member with background, education, and training consistent with the following position requirements.
Associate Professor - Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Assistant Professor with background, education, and training consistent with the following requirements.
Professor: Senior level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Associate Professor with the background, education, and training consistent with the following requirements.
Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements for institutional accreditation;
• Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications
Board certification in Oral Medicine.
Experience as a faculty member in Oral Medicine/Oral Pathology.

Shift/Salary/Benefits
This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.
The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.
Assistant Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. This salary is subject to availability of funds.
Associate Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. This salary is subject to availability of funds.
Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. This salary is subject to availability of funds.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.
Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Guidelines: https://www.augusta.edu/hr/faculty-support-ser/procedures/augusta_university_promotion_tenure_guidelines_feb_2020.pdf
College/Department Information
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, we provide dental education to the next generation of professionals by offering hands-on education through innovative research, patient care, and service. Join other dental providers to improve the oral health of Georgia and beyond. The DCG was founded to provide the people of Georgia with quality dental care by educating students in dentistry. As a patient, you have the option to receive treatment in one of our three different practice models consisting of student clinics, resident care, or in the faculty practice. All dental treatments can be completed by the specialists in our facility. We also serve patients in more than 20 clinics across Georgia.
About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Location
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at http://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/faculty.
Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and-family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University if a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=265340&PostingSeq=1
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