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Job description
General Dentistry Faculty – Community Service Learning Center
Job Title: Clinical Assistant Professor / Clinical Associate Professor / Clinical Professor (General Dentistry)
Location: Lillington, North Carolina
Full-Time Equivalent: 1.00
Position Type: Faculty (Teaching)
Job Overview
The General Dentistry Faculty member at the Community Service Learning Center (CSLC) provides leadership and supervision of educational and clinical activities while delivering a full range of general dentistry services in an underserved community.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Extramural Clinical Practices, the Director of Community Dental Practices, and the CSLC Director in the development and supervision of the CSLC.
Provide high-quality dental care to CSLC patients, supervising students and residents.
Guide patient referrals and follow-up with appropriate personnel.
Collaborate with local healthcare providers and ensure consistent clinical education for fourth‑year dental students and AEGD residents.
Mentor AEGD residents and fourth‑year students, supervising their clinical education and community service activities.
Work with the Business Manager to develop and execute the annual CSLC budget and ensure financial sustainability.
Recruit, retain, and mentor CSLC staff.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as Commission on Dental Accreditation standards.
Participate in faculty meetings and designated dental school activities.
Maintain current dental skills and practice general dentistry consistent with the school’s philosophy.
Identify solutions to local access to healthcare needs and coordinate community outreach and health promotion programs.
Act as an ambassador for the school, participating in local community and regional programs.
Qualifications
DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree required.
Licensed to practice dentistry in North Carolina.
Knowledge and experience in operating a dental practice, preferably in a rural community.
Broad knowledge of dental education issues and ethics.
Advanced education in dentistry (AEGD, GPR or military comprehensive dentistry residency) preferred.
Three years’ experience in general dentistry practice or a dental educational environment.
Demonstrated experience building teams and developing solutions.
Proficiency in all disciplines of general dentistry, including pediatric dentistry and practice management.
Benefits
The position offers eligibility to participate in the UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and various Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plans (401(k), 403(b), 457). Eligible for multiple voluntary options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, critical illness, flexible spending accounts, cancer, and disability.
EEO Statement
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race, ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.
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Worksite address
lillington, NC, 27546, US
Who can apply
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