The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine (UPSDM) is accepting applications for a full-time faculty member in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS). The faculty position is in the appointment stream, non-tenured, and the faculty member’s rank may be an assistant professor or associate professor, depending on experience and qualifications. The primary responsibilities will include didactic and clinical instruction of students and residents, scholarly activities, and service. Participation in the faculty practice is also expected. We are seeking an outstanding individual with excellent leadership skills to contribute to all aspects of our clinical practice, our educational programs, and the research impact of our institution.

The candidate must have a DDS or DMD degree and be eligible for Board certification, or be Board certified, by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The candidate must possess or be able to obtain an appropriate license for clinical practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, have a developed or developing area of clinical excellence, and have mentoring experience. Favorable consideration will be given to those with additional training credentials, such as an MD, Ph.D., fellowship qualification, or other advanced degrees. The salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and credentials. Desirable candidates will have substantial experience in the research environment, unique clinical talents, and strong mentoring skills. Application reviews will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Pittsburgh is a top-tier public research institution and is currently ranked 11th among United States universities in NIH funding. The UPSDM is located on the University's main campus in Pittsburgh, contiguous with the other five health science schools. The School of Dental Medicine works as a key collaborative partner with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). UPMC is an internationally renowned academic medical center and healthcare enterprise. The robust infrastructure supports clinicians and educators with innovative clinical programs, biomedical research, and health sciences research, enabling discoveries that save lives and change the landscape of patient care. As part of the clinical practice and faculty of the University of Pittsburgh, the practitioner will have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians, innovators, and investigators from around the world and become part of a vibrant community of healthcare providers dedicated to making a difference in their chosen field and in the lives of others.

The Department of OMS is fortunate to be situated in this dynamic and innovative environment, where researchers and providers collaborate with the desire to affect the development of transformative scientific discovery, leading to significant clinical improvements for our patients.

To apply, please go to join.pitt.edu, select Faculty Positions, and enter 25006072 in the Keyword search. Upload a curriculum vitae, and a statement describing your interest in the position, qualifications, and experience. The search committee will begin reviewing applications upon receipt.

If the intended academic rank is either Instructor or Assistant Professor, the candidate must provide at least three letters of recommendation. These letters may be uploaded or sent to the Chair of the Search Committee. If the intended academic rank is either Associate Professor or Professor, please upload a contact list of six external referees whom we may contact on your behalf for a letter of recommendation regarding an appointment review.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.