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Posting Details

About WesternU

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.

At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.

Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.

Posting Details

Position Title
Associate Professor of Dental Medicine

Position Control Number
100100

Type of Position
Faculty

Position Status
Full-time

Campus
Western University Campus-Pomona, CA

Position Location
California

Department
1901-College of Dental Medicine

Job Summary

This is a Faculty appointment position within the Western University of Health Sciences College of Dental Medicine and is offered in conjunction with an Administrative appointment. Together, the Faculty appointment role (PCN 100100, 0.90 FTE) and the administrative role of Associate Dean of BioMed Science (PCN 998331, 0.10 FTE) comprise a full-time position (1.0 FTE / 5 days per week).

The salary range listed in this posting represents the total compensation for the combined faculty and administrative responsibilities. Please refer to the corresponding job posting under our Administration jobs section for details on the additional assignment.Primary Purpose: A faculty appointment of 0.90 FTE in combination with the Associate Dean for Research and Bio-Med Sciences of 0.10 FTE for a total FTE of 1.0 FTE. This position is located at Western University of Health Sciences College of Dental Medicine in Pomona, California. This faculty member is a member of our collaborative team of basic science, dental scientist and dental faculty. This high performing educational team is responsible for the development and delivery of the pre-doctoral biomedical sciences curriculum. The WesternU CDM biomedical sciences curriculum provides students with an innovative approach that integrates foundational sciences, clinical sciences and objective driven, case-based approaches delivered in an active learning environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess these skills, abilities and knowledge or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Recognized knowledge and experience in area of expertise.
• Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to interact in an effective and positive manner with individuals of diverse backgrounds, including administration, faculty, students, staff and outside contacts.
• Ability to effectively conduct detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities in an academic environment

Required Qualifications

• Education: Ph.D., D.D.S, M.D. or equivalent from an accredited institution. Teaching and research experience in an academic health center environment is required.
• Experience: Willingness to participate in the design and delivery of a series of highly integrated (interdisciplinary and interprofessional integration) human systems courses for dental students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: Discipline specific emphasis in medicine, physiology, and/or pathology. Training and experience in conducting biomedical research. Willingness to participate in the design and delivery of a series of highly integrated (interdisciplinary and interprofessional integration) human systems courses for dental students.

Essential Job Duties

Key Responsibilities

Teaching:

• Assist in developing and implementing curriculum, methods of instruction and those aspects of student life which relate to the basic science educational process as assigned.
• Effectively fulfill lecture, seminar and/or clinical assignments and responsibilities as assigned.
• Independently design and present courses or portions of courses utilizing an appropriate combination of instructional methodologies, including lecture, seminar, laboratory, problem-based learning, case-based learning, and/or online modules as assigned.
• Prepare appropriate student assessments in courses or portions of courses including quizzes, examinations, projects, oral examinations, portfolios, and/or clinical performance evaluations as assigned.
• Conduct classes and learning assignments according to the published schedule.
• Maintain intellectual integrity and strive for academic excellence.
• At the beginning of each course, provide students with a syllabus indicating material to be covered, related assignments, competencies to be achieved, and methods of evaluation.
• Promote adequate standards of linguistic expression in writing and speech.
• Maintain current records of the progress, including grades, of each student enrolled in his/her class.
• Keep on file in an appropriate location an outline and list of goals and objectives for each lecture, including terminal WesternU College of Dental Medicine competencies supported by that lecture.
• Assist with the implementation of an efficient, patient-centered dental practice that supports the educational mission of the College.
• Assist with the implementation of the continuum of the dental students' clinical experience from the foundational clinical skills in the dental simulation clinic to patient-centered care that integrates basic and behavioral science, as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Advising:

• Be readily available to students for mentoring and consultation.
• Advise students regarding curriculum, graduation requirements, etc., and provide referrals as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

Research:

• Establish and maintain scholarly activity in his/her area of expertise, as applicable.
• Meet requirements for promotion and tenure in the College, as applicable.

Key Responsibilities

Service:

• The faculty member has the right and obligation to participate in scheduled meetings of the general faculty.
• Election to or appointment to college and/or University committees should be considered a privilege and faculty members are encouraged to share in these responsibilities.
• Actively participate in appropriate professional societies and associations.

Key Responsibilities

• Other Duties as Assigned.
• This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties for this position. The College of Dental Medicine reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

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Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
• Some evenings and weekends.

Working at WesternU

We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.

We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally,
• Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.
• Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.
• Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.
• As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.
• WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.
• We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum
$170,000.00 Annually

Maximum
$190,000.00 Annually