Part-Time Assistant Professor of Clinical Dentistry Faculty

Position Details Position Information Position Title Part-Time Assistant Professor of Clinical Dentistry Faculty Department College of Dental Medicine Position Category Faculty Part Time Job Description The Part Time Clinical Assistant Professor of Dental Medicine is responsible for providing hands-on instruction, supervision, and evaluation of dental students in the clinical environment.

This individual plays a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care while fostering student development in clinical reasoning, technical proficiency, professionalism, and patient-centered communication.

Clinical faculty also contribute to calibration efforts, assessment, and the continuous improvement of clinical education in alignment with the dental school's mission Required Qualifications * DDS, DMD, or equivalent dental degree from an accredited institution.

* Eligibility for dental licensure or a faculty permit in the state of employment.

* Clinical experience in general dentistry or a dental specialty.

* Commitment to excellence in teaching, clinical education, and patient care Preferred Qualifications * Prior teaching experience in a dental school or academic health center.

* Experience with electronic health record systems (e.g., AxiUm). * Familiarity with CODA accreditation standards.

* Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and student success Physical Demands Campus LMU Tower Job Duty Job Duty Supervise and instruct predoctoral dental students during the provision of patient care Job Duty Provide real-time feedback and support to students on clinical procedures and decision-making Job Duty Ensure that patient care is delivered according to current standards, guidelines, and best practices Job Duty Evaluate student performance using objective criteria and grading rubrics Job Duty Participate in clinical competency assessments and milestone evaluations Job Duty Document student progress and provide constructive feedback for improvement Job Duty Ensure comprehensive, ethical, and patient-centered care is delivered by student providers Job Duty Monitor treatment planning, informed consent, diagnosis, and execution of dental care Job Duty Support compliance with infection control, safety protocols, and regulatory standards Job Duty Participate in faculty calibration sessions to ensure consistent evaluation standards Job Duty Engage in continuing education to remain current in clinical procedures and teaching techniques Job Duty Contribute to peer mentoring and collaborative faculty learning communities Job Duty Foster a welcoming, respectful, and supportive environment for students and patients of diverse backgrounds Job Duty Model inclusive practices in patient care and student interactions Job Duty Collaborate with course directors and academic leaders to align clinical instruction with didactic content Job Duty Provide input into curriculum development, quality assurance, and clinical policies as appropriate Job Duty Serve as a mentor to students, supporting their professional development and career planning Job Duty Identify students in need of remediation and work with the academic team to support their success Job Duty Attend faculty meetings, clinical calibration sessions, and department functions Job Duty Serve on committees and participate in special events and school-wide initiatives as appropriate Job Duty Participate in community service and outreach programs that promote the mission of the dental school Job Duty Support off-site rotations or community-based clinical education experiences, if assigned Job Duty Other Duties as Assigned Job Duty Perform additional responsibilities as directed by department chairs, assistant deans, or the dean to support the goals and mission of the institution Posting Detail Information Posting Number F01565P Job Open Date 08/12/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary About the Institution Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies.

The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee.

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