UNIV-Open Rank- Orthodontics Program Director-Division of Applied Craniofacial Sciences - MUSC

Job Description SummaryThe Medical University of South Carolina, James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position as the Orthodontics Graduate Program Director.EntityMedical Univers...

Job Description Summary

The Medical University of South Carolina, James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position as the Orthodontics Graduate Program Director.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001138 CDM Orthodontics

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Medical University of South Carolina, James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position as the Orthodontics Graduate Program Director. 

The primary area of responsibility of the faculty position is to lead the Orthodontics Graduate Program, including active participation in teaching, research, and patient care. The position includes teaching also in the predoctoral orthodontic curriculum. Opportunities are available for intramural faculty practice.

Qualifications include a D.M.D., D.D.S. degree or equivalent, graduate specialty training in Orthodontics, and ABO certification. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated expertise in didactic and clinical teaching, scholarship, research, administration, and leadership in academic dentistry including accreditation. Academic rank and salary will be based on the candidate’s qualifications and commensurate with level of experience.

The candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to relate to office staff, faculty, and senior leadership. They must display initiative, a positive humanistic attitude, the ability to adapt to change, and embrace evidence-based care, modern technology, and innovation in learning. Review of candidates will begin immediately, and applications will receive full consideration prior to January 31, 2025.

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Please send a current CV including three references addressed to Dr. Timothy Tremont, c/o Ms. Kaitlyn McComb (electronic submission preferred) to mccombk@musc.edu or to JBECDM, MUSC, 173 Ashley Ave, MSC 507, BSB 447, Charleston, SC  29425

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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