Pre-Clinical/Clinical Faculty - Pediatric Dentistry

Responsibilities

• Provide preclinical and clinical instruction to pre-doctoral students in pediatric dentistry
• Teach in a humanistic manner to inspire professionalism and expertise in students
• Participate in dental auxiliary utilization (DAU) program instruction
• Engage in community outreach activities, both independently and with student groups
• Perform specialty preparatory activities and teaching in interdisciplinary courses
• Contribute to departmental activities through instruction and professional example

Requirements

• DDS/DMD or international equivalent
• Certificate or Master’s degree from an ADA-accredited specialty training program in pediatric dentistry
• Current, active dental license
• Valid CPR certification
• Knowledge of the current edition of the AAPD Pediatric Dentistry Reference
• Proficiency in restorative and preventive dental techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Board certification by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations of patients, students, and staff
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Sincere desire for personal growth as an educator and involvement in community outreach
• Interest in participating in professional education at local, national, or international levels

About the Company

The University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, is dedicated to excellence in dental education. The Department of Pediatric Dentistry focuses on teaching students to provide high-quality oral healthcare to children through a humanistic educational model and active community engagement.