How to Apply

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, statement of research accomplishments and future research plans, statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and names of three professional references via this secure website: https://dent.umich.edu/about/faculty-recruiting. Review of the applications will begin in January of 2023.

Questions regarding the position description and responsibilities should be directed to the search committee chair: Dr. Marco Bottino, Associate Professor of Dentistry at mbottino@umich.edu. For other questions regarding the application or search process, please contact Melanie Panyard LaPointe at melp@umich.edu.

Summary

The Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry invites applications and nominations for two (2) full-time Tenure Track faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level in the areas of dental pain, dental anxiety, craniofacial biology, mineralized tissues, regenerative medicine or related foci beginning the Summer/Fall of 2023.

The Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry (OPD) has a rich history and legacy. OPD is part of a research intensive public university, a premier School of Dentistry, and the Horace H. Rackham Graduate School. The Department consists of two graduate education programs: Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry. OPD strives to provide patient centered and evidence-based approaches to treatment. The Department conducts pioneering research to test treatment effectiveness, develop novel technologies and treatments, and advance basic knowledge of human development and pathology. OPD has a long history of interdisciplinary collaboration between departments and colleges as well as a strong commitment to promoting diversity and engaging in inclusive practices. A faculty member recruited in the aforementioned areas will have the opportunity to closely collaborate with clinical and basic science faculty in the School of Dentistry, Medicine, College of Engineering, as well as from multiple other research centers at the University of Michigan.

Candidates for this position should have a PhD or equivalent degree with a record of strong research accomplishments, and have current or strong promise of extramural grant funding such as that from the NIH. Dual training in orthodontics or pediatric dentistry are desired but not required.

Responsibilities will include establishing an independently funded research program and achieving external research funding support, didactic instruction of graduate residents and/or dental students, plus service activities. A State of Michigan limited academic dental license may be available for qualified dual trained candidates.  Intramural faculty practice opportunities are available.  Salary, rank and title will be commensurate with experience and training.

Further information may be obtained by visiting the department website at: https://www.dent.umich.edu/about/orthodontics-and-pediatric-dentistry-opd

Mission Statement

MDentistry: Advancing health through education, service, research and discovery. 

MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, and Inclusion.

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.  The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by: 

• Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences. 
• Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.

Work Locations

This position is located in the School of Dentistry at 1011 N University Ave.

Underfill Statement

This position is posted as Assistant/Associate/Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.