McGill University Tenure-Track Position
(Assistant Professor)
(Microbiology Research)
Job Description
The Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences of McGill University is seeking to recruit an outstanding researcher for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, in the field of computational microbiology.
Position Description
The Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences of McGill University is seeking to recruit an outstanding researcher for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, in the field of microbiology.
The selected candidate will be expected to conduct world-class independent research, successfully compete for external grant funding, and contribute to a dynamic research and training environment at McGill. The candidate should champion the Faculty’s vision, mission, and shared values. (https://www.mcgill.ca/dentistry/faculty).
Job Duties:
Successful applicants will be expected to:
- Develop and maintain a funded research program of the highest international standards in the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences and disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and other knowledge translation activities.
- Supervise graduate (MSc, PhD) students at the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences
- Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining and enhancing excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate education.
- Contribute to the oral microbiology curriculum and provide teaching activities at DMD in microbiology,
- Provide guidance in infection control in the Faculty labs and clinics
- Participate in service to the Faculty, university and academic community.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Applicants must have a PhD and at least a one-year postdoctoral experience in Microbiology or related field. Candidates who additionally hold a DMD or DDS degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.
An outstanding record of research/scholarly activities: A record of research funding, quality of publications in top ranked, internationally recognized journals, presentations at significant national and international conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements by referees of international stature. Applicants with a research program focused on other aspects of microbiology with relevance to oral health will also be considered.
In accordance with career stage, candidates are expected to demonstrate evidence of high quality and excellence in teaching and supervision of MSc, PhD students.
A record and interest in innovation and knowledge transfer.
McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.
JOB DETAILS
Job Type: Tenure-track
Rank: Assistant Professor
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
Posting period: 30 days
Deadline to apply: April 30, 2023
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications must be submitted in Workday.
The following supporting documents are required:
- A cover letter and full curriculum vitae (as 1 pdf document)
- Research statement describing vision and research program (2 page)
- Three important contributions and leadership activities (1 page)
- Teaching statement (1-2 pages)
- Contact information for three references.
McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.
At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.
McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.
McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, this email or phone at 514-398-2477.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Reposted April 4, 2023
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery – Assistant Professor (2 positions)
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
University of Western Ontario
London, CANADA
The University of Western Ontario (Western University) is an internationally renowned research-intensive university that is ranked among the top-ten in Canada, and prides itself in the “student experience” of its educational programs. Included in these programs are medical (MD) and dental (DDS) students within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (the School), which accounts for the only other dental school in Ontario that is outside of Toronto. The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry has a long tradition of excellence, beginning with the founding of the medical school in 1881 and continuing with the formation of the dental school in 1964. It is one of Canada’s preeminent medical and dental schools and is known for being the birthplace of family medicine in Canada. For more than 130 years, the School has demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence and a passion for scientific discovery. Accordingly, the dental school draws on a highly qualified and talented pool of applicants that train in very rigorous and demanding professional programs. The didactic content is enriched by the medical sciences, and the clinical experience supported by local general and specialist practitioners, and a large patient pool from across Southwestern Ontario.
Applications are invited for two (2) full-time positions in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The successful candidates will be appointed to Limited Term academic appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Schulich School of Dentistry. The successful candidate will be appointed for a term of up to 5 years. The successful candidate may have a 50% reduced workload to allow the successful candidate to perform 50% clinical service at London Health Sciences Centre and/or St. Joseph’s Health Care London, subject to the approval(s) of the appointments by the hospitals. Depending on qualifications, including a sufficiently strong track record in research, teaching and/or administration will be considered for an appointment at a higher rank. This position would be effective July 1, 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is housed within the Schulich School of Dentistry and the Teaching Hospitals of Western University, which include Victoria and University Hospitals of the London Health Sciences Centre as well as St. Joseph’s Health Care. Facilities include clinics in the hospitals, operating room access and a state of the art out-patient operating room facility within the School of Dentistry.
Candidates must possess a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent; have postgraduate specialist training in oral surgery; FRCD(C) certification (or eligibility) and fellowship training in an OMFS sub-specialty is preferred. The successful candidate will be eligible to apply for and maintain an active appointment with London Health Sciences Centre / St. Joseph’s Health Care, Department of Dentistry | LHSC and be eligible for full licensure within the Province of Ontario, subject to the approval(s) of the hospitals. Teaching and research experience required, and administration experience would be an asset.
The successful candidate will also have a commitment to and demonstrated aptitude for teaching and will be expected to teach both didactically and clinically and will serve as a course director. The incumbent will be responsible for the supervision and evaluation of undergraduate dental students, dental clinical fellows and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residents assigned to the affiliated teaching hospitals. Effective administration as part of the Undergraduate Dentistry Program, the Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Program and the Dental General Practice Residency Program will be a component of the position.
This position will be compensated by an academic salary for the academic component and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The compensation and benefits plan will be prorated in accordance with the Reduced Workload, as appropriate. Clinical service time is compensated through private billings and fee for service.
With a full-time enrolment of 32,000, Western University graduates students in a full range of academic and professional programs. The University campus is in London, a city of 404,000, located midway between Toronto and Detroit. With parks, tree-lined streets and bicycle trails, London is known as the “Forest City”. London boasts an international airport, galleries, theatre, music, and sporting events. See www.ledc.com/why-london to learn more. For further information, please see: www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry and www.london.ca. Western’s Recruitment and Retention Office is available to assist in the transition of successful applicants and their families.
Applicants must complete the “Application for Full-Time Faculty Position” form at (www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/pdf/full-time-application-form.pdf) and submit this form along with the following: (1) cover letter, (2) detailed curriculum vitae, 3) a one-page teaching statement, and (4) the names and contact information of three references to:
Dr. Carlos Quiñonez
Vice-Dean and Director of Dentistry
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
The University of Western Ontario
1151 Richmond St., London, ON, N6A 5C1
Canada
Applications can also be emailed to [email protected]. Review of applications will begin after March 17, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Devin Hutchinson, [email protected] or 519-661-2111 Ext. 82823.
Posted on Faculty Relations website February 17, 2023
Posting number: 2023-006
Posted February 23, 2023
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The Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences of McGill University is seeking to recruit an outstanding researcher for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, in the field of Craniofacial Development and Prosthodontics care.
McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.
At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.
McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.
McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, this email or phone at 514-398-2477.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Posted April 20, 2023
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Director, Periodontology Graduate Program
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA
The University of Alberta, founded in 1908, is one of Canada’s foremost research-intensive universities with an operating budget of over one billion dollars annually and enrollment of approximately 44,000 students. The external research funding is over 500 million dollars. The University is situated in the provincial capital of Edmonton, home to over one million people. The greater Edmonton area offers all the amenities of a large urban center and is known internationally for its thriving arts and festival scene, a vast array of sports and fitness opportunities, one of North America’s largest stretches of riverfront urban parkland, and top-ranked health care. The University of Alberta has an institutional commitment to Indigenous Initiatives and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity.
Strategic Plan for Equity Diversity Inclusivity
University of Alberta Strategic Plan
Student Experience Action Plan
The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 44,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.
FACULTY OF MEDICINE & DENTISTRY
Advancing medical education and research
The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta is dedicated to providing learner-centred educational programs that meet the health-care needs of our communities. Our goal is to graduate qualified, compassionate and inquisitive practitioners and researchers accomplished in health-care delivery and scholarship.
We are committed to serving patients and populations by providing a rich interdisciplinary environment of learning, practice, research and public service for all our students and faculty.
Programs and Education
Our faculty offers fully accredited programs at the undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate levels, and ongoing professional development activities. We train physicians, researchers in the clinical and basic sciences, medical laboratory scientists, radiation therapists, dentists and dental hygienists.
Learners are taught in a variety of environments that include: classroom, online, labs, hospital units, ambulatory clinics and community-based teaching sites throughout Alberta. We value collaboration across the health professions and academic disciplines.
World-class Research
The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry strives to be an international leader in generating, applying and disseminating new medical and dental knowledge for the benefit of all. As such, research is given high priority and is fully integrated with teaching and clinical activities.
Studying how to teach, and teach better, ultimately results in better patient care.
The Alumni Family
Members of the FoMD alumni remain engaged in the Faculty; attending annual events like Alumni Weekend, sharing their experience as mentors and preceptors, and participating in Class reunions and contributing to class gifts.
Please visit the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry website to learn more.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Director, Periodontology Graduate Program provides leadership in the Periodontology Graduate Program in the areas of didactic and clinical teaching, overall program curriculum, clinical program administration, clinical experiences, patient care, student research, and external relations with the dental community.
Term of Appointment:
Five (5) years, with potential for renewal following discussion with the Chair, School of Dentistry; the length of the second term may be dependent on the needs of the School and the incumbent but will not exceed five (5) years. Following the second term, the position will be subject to a search and selection process.
The Director, Periodontology Graduate Program position has a 0.2 FTE designated administrative time allocation.
THE PERSON
Education: DDS or equivalent degree from an accredited dental faculty/school and graduate level (MSc or preferably PhD) specialty training in periodontology.
Licensure: Must be eligible for registration with the Alberta Dental Association and College as a certified specialist in periodontics and have completed the FRCDC or equivalent specialty qualification in periodontics.
Experience: Significant experience in periodontology graduate student clinical and didactic teaching. Established research focus with peer-reviewed funding and significant publication record.
Demonstrated administrative experience in coordinating a graduate clinical program, staff supervision and financial management preferred.
Skills: Strong management skills, effective communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, good computer skills.
Other: Strong leadership and analytic capabilities. Ability to manage multiple demands and interruptions while adhering to strict deadlines.
Demonstrated collaborative approach to planning, implementing and evaluating progress.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.
To assist the University in complying with mandatory reporting requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (R203(3) (e)), please include the first digit of your Canadian Social Insurance Number in your application. If you do not have a Canadian Social Insurance Number, please indicate this in your application.
For a complete copy of the Opportunity Profile visit: https://leadersinternational.com/university-of-alberta-director-periodontology-graduate-program/
Posted July 21, 2023
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Full-time Probationary (tenure-track, 2 positions)
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario, CANADA
The University of Western Ontario (Western University) is an internationally renowned research-intensive university that is ranked among the top-ten in Canada, and prides itself in the student experience of its educational programs. Included in these programs are medical (MD) and dental (DDS) students within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (the School), which accounts for the only other dental school in Ontario that is outside of Toronto. The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry has a long tradition of excellence, beginning with the founding of the medical school in 1881 and continuing with the formation of the dental school in 1964. It is one of Canada’s preeminent medical and dental schools and is known for being the birthplace of family medicine in Canada. For more than 130 years, the School has demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence and a passion for scientific discovery. Accordingly, the dental school draws on a highly qualified and talented pool of applicants that train in a very rigorous and demanding professional program. The didactic content is enriched by the medical sciences, and the clinical experience supported by local general and specialist practitioners, and a large patient pool from across Southwestern Ontario.
Applications are invited from qualified individuals for 2 positions to begin on January 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will be appointed in a Full-time Probationary (tenure-track) faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Exceptional applicants will be considered for an appointment at a higher rank. Qualified applicants will have a DDS/DMD degree (or equivalent) and PhD (or equivalent research training). Candidates must be eligible for full or academic registration (licensure) as a dentist within the Province of Ontario, as stipulated by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). They will be expected to establish and maintain an externally funded research program in dental research and should have a record of achievement in research and publication appropriate for their stage of career. Any area of dental research can apply, although preference will be given to applicants in the following fields: dental public health, paediatric dentistry, oral health care policy, periodontics, periodontal medicine, bioinformatics, data science, or artificial intelligence.
In addition to leading a successful research program, the successful candidates will participate in the teaching and service activities of Schulich Dentistry. They will hold a primary appointment in Schulich Dentistry and be considered for cross-appointment in departments within and outside of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Western is one of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities, and Schulich Medicine & Dentistry has a long history of excellence in biomedical, applied, clinical, and public health research. Western has a full range of academic and professional programs for over 37,000 undergraduate and graduate students. For additional information, please see: www.uwo.ca. Schulich Dentistry has full-time faculty members, cross and jointly appointed faculty members from basic and clinical departments and at various research institutes in London, Ontario.
With a full-time enrolment of 32,000, Western University graduates students from a full range of academic and professional programs. The University campus is in London, a city of 404,000, located midway between Toronto and Detroit. With parks, tree-lined streets and bicycle trails, London is known as the “Forest City”. London boasts an international airport, galleries, theatre, music, and sporting events. See www.ledc.com/why-london to learn more. For further information, please see:
www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry and www.london.ca. Western’s Recruitment and Retention Office is available to assist in the transition of successful applicants and their families.
Applicants must complete the “Application for Full-Time Faculty Position” form at (www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/pdf/full-time-application-form.pdf) and submit this form along with the following: (1) cover letter, (2) detailed curriculum vitae, (3) brief description of research accomplishments and future plans, (4) a one-page teaching statement that describes their teaching experience and philosophy, and (5) the names and contact information of three references to:
Carlos Quiñonez, DMD, MSc, PhD, FRCD(C)
Vice Dean and Director of Dentistry
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Western University
1151 Richmond St. N.
Dental Sciences Building, Room 1003
London, Ontario N6A 5C1
Applications can also be emailed to [email protected]. Review of applications will begin after August 18, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Devin Hutchinson, [email protected] or 519-661-2111 Ext. 82823.
Posted on Faculty Relations website July 18-2023.
Posting number: 2023-031
Posted July 21, 2023
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Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics – Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Western University
London, Ontario, CANADA
Western University is an internationally renowned research-intensive university that is ranked among the top-ten in Canada, and prides itself in the student experience of its educational programs. Included in these programs are medical (MD) and dental (DDS) students within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (the School). The School has a long tradition of excellence, beginning with the founding of the medical school in 1881 and continuing with the formation of the dental school in 1964. The School draws on a highly qualified and talented pool of applicants that train in rigorous and demanding professional programs. The didactic content is enriched by the foundational sciences, and the clinical experience is supported by local practitioners, community and hospital clinics, and a large patient pool from across Southwestern Ontario.
Applications are invited from qualified individuals for one position in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics, to begin January 1, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will be appointed to a Full-time Probationary (tenure-track) faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, preferred. Exceptional applicants will be considered for an appointment at a higher rank. Qualified applicants will have a DDS/DMD degree (or equivalent), as well as training in an advanced specialty program in Orthodontics granting them an MSc, PhD, or equivalent graduate degree. Candidates must be eligible to obtain a specialty license in Orthodontics with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario. Fellowship in the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and/or Board Certification with the American Board of Orthodontics is also preferred.
Candidates will be expected to establish and maintain an externally funded research program and should have a record of achievement in research and publication appropriate for their stage of career. Any area of dental research can apply, although preference will be given to applicants with a record of research relevant to the specialty of Orthodontics. The successful candidates will participate in the teaching and service activities of the dental school, particularly its Graduate Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics Program, and will be considered for cross-appointment in departments within and outside of the School. In addition to clinical teaching and research, it is expected that the candidate will participate in curriculum design renewal, monitoring of student clinical progression and participation in faculty calibration and development.
Successful candidates should possess a demonstrated aptitude for leadership as well as teaching and clinical mentoring of junior colleagues, students, or residents in either community dental practice or institutional programs. Candidates must have excellent oral and written communication skills in the English language and must be willing to work in a collaborative manner in both teaching and administration. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The opportunity for private practice is afforded by the provision of a consulting privilege of one day per week.
Western University is one of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities, and Schulich Medicine & Dentistry has a long history of excellence in biomedical, applied, clinical, and public health research. Western has a full range of academic and professional programs for over 37,000 undergraduate and graduate students. For additional information, please see: www.uwo.ca. The dental school has full-time faculty members, cross and jointly appointed faculty members from basic and clinical departments and at various research institutes in London, Ontario.
With a full-time enrolment of 32,000, Western University graduates students from a full range of academic and professional programs. The University campus is in London, a city of 404,000, located midway between Toronto and Detroit. With parks, tree-lined streets and bicycle trails, London is known as the “Forest City”. London boasts an international airport, galleries, theatre, music, and sporting events. See www.ledc.com/why-london to learn more. For further information, please see: www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry and www.london.ca. Western’s Recruitment and Retention Office is available to assist in the transition of successful applicants and their families.
Applicants must complete the “Application for Full-Time Faculty Position” form at (www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/pdf/full-time-application-form.pdf) and submit this form along with the following: (1) cover letter, (2) detailed curriculum vitae, (3) brief description of research accomplishments and future plans, (4) a one-page teaching statement that describes their teaching experience and philosophy, and (5) the names and contact information of three references to:
Carlos Quiñonez, DMD, MSc, PhD, FRCD(C)
Vice Dean and Director of Dentistry
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Western University
1151 Richmond St. N.
Dental Sciences Building, Room 1003
London, Ontario N6A 5C1
Applications can also be emailed to [email protected]. Review of applications will begin after November 1, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Devin Hutchinson, [email protected] or 519-661-2111 Ext. 82823.
Posted on Faculty Relations website October 10, 2023.
Posting number: 2023-064
Posted Oct 12, 2023
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Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics – Assistant Professor (Limited-Term)
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Western University
London, Ontario, CANADA
Western University is an internationally renowned research-intensive university that is ranked among the top-ten in Canada, and prides itself in the student experience of its educational programs. Included in these programs are medical (MD) and dental (DDS) students within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (the School). The School has a long tradition of excellence, beginning with the founding of the medical school in 1881 and continuing with the formation of the dental school in 1964. The School draws on a highly qualified and talented pool of applicants that train in rigorous and demanding professional programs. The didactic content is enriched by the foundational sciences, and the clinical experience is supported by local practitioners, community and hospital clinics, and a large patient pool from across Southwestern Ontario.
Applications are invited from qualified individuals for one position in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics, to begin January 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will be appointed to a Limited-Term appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor for a period of one year, depending upon the qualifications, experience, and performance. Qualified applicants will have a DDS/DMD degree (or equivalent), as well as training in an advanced specialty program in Orthodontics granting them an MSc, PhD, or equivalent graduate degree. Candidates must be eligible to obtain a specialty license in Orthodontics with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario. Fellowship in the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and/or Board Certification with the American Board of Orthodontics is also preferred.
Successful candidates should possess a demonstrated aptitude for leadership as well as teaching and clinical mentoring of junior colleagues, students, or residents in either community dental practice or institutional programs. Candidates must have excellent oral and written communication skills in the English language and must be willing to work in a collaborative manner in both teaching and administration. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The opportunity for private practice is afforded by the provision of a consulting privilege of one day/week.
Western is one of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities, and Schulich Medicine & Dentistry has a long history of excellence in biomedical, applied, clinical, and public health research. Western has a full range of academic and professional programs for over 37,000 undergraduate and graduate students. For additional information, please see: www.uwo.ca. Schulich Dentistry has full-time faculty members, cross and jointly appointed faculty members from basic and clinical departments and at various research institutes in London, Ontario.
With a full-time enrolment of 32,000, Western University graduates students in a full range of academic and professional programs. The University campus is in London, a city of 404,000, located midway between Toronto and Detroit. With parks, tree-lined streets and bicycle trails, London is known as the “Forest City”. London boasts an international airport, galleries, theatre, music, and sporting events. See www.ledc.com/why-london to learn more. For further information, please see: www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry and www.london.ca. Western’s Recruitment and Retention Office is available to assist in the transition of successful applicants and their families.
Applicants must complete the “Application for Full-Time Faculty Position” form at (www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/pdf/full-time-application-form.pdf) and submit this form along with the following: (1) cover letter, (2) detailed curriculum vitae, 3) a one-page teaching statement, and (4) the names and contact information of three references to:
Carlos Quiñonez, DMD, MSc, PhD, FRCD(C)
Vice Dean and Director of Dentistry
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Western University
1151 Richmond St. N.
Dental Sciences Building, Room 1003
London, Ontario N6A 5C1
Applications can also be emailed to [email protected]. Review of applications will begin after November 5, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Devin Hutchinson, [email protected] or 519-661-2111 Ext. 82823.
Posted on Faculty Relations website October 10, 2023.
Posting number: 2023-063
Posted Oct 12, 2023
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Professorship in PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Oral Health Sciences, University of British Columbia & Department of Dentistry, BC Children’s Hospital, Vancouver, BC, Canada
The Faculty of Dentistry and BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) invite applications for a full-time tenure-track position in the Department of Dentistry at BCCH and the Division of Pediatric Dentistry at UBC. Applicants must have postgraduate training in pediatric dentistry and be, or be eligible to be, a licensed specialist in pediatric dentistry in Canada. The applicant should have recent clinical experience treating children with a variety of complex needs and should meet the professional criteria to be privileged at BCCH. Evidence of the ability to set up an thriving program in the areas of education, clinical or fundamental research is expected. The research topics should contribute to improved oral health in the children of British Columbia and will enhance existing research in Pediatric Dentistry at UBC and BCCH. Preference will be given to individuals with previous academic experience in a hospital or university setting. The successful applicant must have the potential, with appropriate mentoring and career development, to eventually direct the Pediatric Dentistry graduate program and teach both at BCCH and UBC. This position includes 1 day per week private practice either intramurally at BCCH or externally in the community.
Interested applicants must submit electronically the following items: a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statement of current research interests and future plans (limit 3 pages); statement of teaching interests and experience (limit 2 pages); and three reprints of selected publications.
Applicants are encouraged to apply by January 31, 2024, review will continue until the position is filled. Candidates of interest will need to arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent to the Search Committee. Send all materials to Assistant to the Heads, OBMS/OHS at [email protected].
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Posted Oct 16, 2023
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Division of Dental Biomaterials,
Department of Oral Biological and Medical Sciences,
University of British Columbia, Vancouver Campus
1 Full-time, tenure-track position
The Faculty of Dentistry invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Oral Biological and Medical Sciences at UBC, Division of Dental Biomaterials. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with consideration of a higher rank depending on qualifications. This is a tenure-track position that involves teaching (40 %), research (40 %) and service (20 %). Applicants must have a PhD in any dental or related discipline that aligns with research applicable to the field of dentistry. A DMD, DDS or a Dental Hygiene degree is not mandatory, but will be preferred. Candidates will be selected based on their scholarly and teaching track record, but mostly on their potential to further develop independent dental biomaterials research at UBC.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach basic dental materials disciplines to undergraduate students in our DMD and Dental Hygiene Programs and also to our graduate students (MSc/PhD residents) in the disciplines of Prosthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and others, as required. The candidate will also be expected to contribute high quality and effective supervision of graduate students (MSc/PhD) and undergraduate students in short research projects. It is expected that the new faculty develop an independent research program supported by institutional and corporate grants. It is expected that the new faculty enhance international connections and collaborative projects within and outside UBC. In addition, the candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, will build trust through an open, respectful and collegial approach and will be an eager collaborator, able to work in a highly interactive and productive manner with faculty, staff and students across the Department, the Faculty and the University.
The successful candidate will hold a full-time faculty appointment at UBC with salary, rank and appointment status commensurate with qualifications and experience. UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date: July 2025 or earlier.
Send application with curriculum vitae, evidence of research and teaching experience, along with contact information for three referees (referees will be contacted only at a later stage of the search and the candidate will be informed prior to contacting them) to:
Assistant to Department Head
Oral Biological and Medical Sciences, UBC Faculty of Dentistry
[email protected]
Posted November 1, 2023
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Clinical Dentistry – Assistant Professor
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
University of Western Ontario
London, CANADA
Western University is an internationally renowned research-intensive university that is ranked among the top-ten in Canada, and prides itself in the student experience of its educational programs. Included in these programs are medical (MD) and dental (DDS) students within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (the School). The School has a long tradition of excellence, beginning with the founding of the medical school in 1881 and continuing with the formation of the dental school in 1964. The School draws on a highly qualified and talented pool of applicants that train in rigorous and demanding professional programs. The didactic content is enriched by the foundational sciences, and the clinical experience is supported by local practitioners, community and hospital clinics, and a large patient pool from across Southwestern Ontario.
Applications are invited from qualified individuals for one position to assist in all areas of clinical dentistry. The position is to begin on July 1, 2024, although an alternate start date may be arranged.The successful candidate will be appointed in a Limited-Term appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor for a period of 1 to 5 years, depending upon the qualifications, experience, and performance. Candidates must possess a DDS/DMD degree (or equivalent) and have at least 5 years of experience in clinical practice. Preference will be given to candidates with a broad clinical skill set in general dentistry (e.g., restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, implant restoration, endodontics, periodontology and oral surgery). In addition to clinical teaching, it is expected that the candidate will participate in clinical curriculum design renewal, monitoring of student clinical progression and participation in faculty calibration and development. Candidates must hold or be eligible to hold a General or Specialty Certificate of Registration with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO).
Successful candidates should possess a demonstrated aptitude for leadership as well as teaching and clinical mentoring of junior colleagues, students, or residents in either community dental practice or institutional programs. Candidates must have excellent oral and written communication skills in the English language and must be willing to work in a collaborative manner in both teaching and administration. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The opportunity for private practice is afforded by the provision of a consulting privilege of one day/week.
With a full-time enrolment of 32,000, Western University graduates students in a full range of academic and professional programs. The University campus is in London, a city of 404,000, located midway between Toronto and Detroit. With parks, tree-lined streets and bicycle trails, London is known as the “Forest City”. London boasts an international airport, galleries, theatre, music, and sporting events. See www.ledc.com/why-london to learn more. For further information, please see: www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry and www.london.ca. Western’s Recruitment and Retention Office is available to assist in the transition of successful applicants and their families.
Applicants must complete the “Application for Full-Time Faculty Position” form at (www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/pdf/full-time-application-form.pdf) and submit this form along with the following: (1) cover letter, (2) detailed curriculum vitae, (3) a one-page teaching statement, and (4) the names and contact information of three references to:
Carlos Quiñonez, DMD, MSc, PhD, FRCD(C)
Vice Dean and Director of Dentistry
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Western University
1151 Richmond St. N.
Dental Sciences Building, Room 1003
London, Ontario N6A 5C1
Applications can also be emailed to [email protected]. Review of applications will begin after January 1, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Devin Hutchinson, [email protected] or 519-661-2111 Ext. 82823.
Posted November 22, 2023
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Assistant Professor, Tenure Stream – Dental Public Health
Application Deadline: February 15, 2024
The Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Dental Public Health. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024.
This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.
Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous. Recognizing that there are a variety of terms that potential candidates may use to self-identify, the University uses the term “Indigenous” in this search, which forms part of the U of T Response to Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, to encompass the people of Turtle Island, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis, Inuk (Inuit), Alaska Native, Native American, and Native Hawaiian people.
Candidates must have earned a DDS/DMD/BDS degree, or equivalent, and a PhD degree in an area related to Dental Public Health by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. The candidate must have successfully completed specialty training in Dental Public Health in a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada or the Commission on Dental Accreditation in the United States, or a non-accredited program and subsequently successfully completed qualification through a Dental Specialty Assessment and Training Program. The successful candidate must be eligible for or have obtained licensure as a dental public health specialist with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, and must have practical experience in public health. We are particularly interested in candidates who hold a Fellowship in the Royal College of Dentists of Canada in Dental Public Health. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths, particularly in the areas of oral health promotion, access to oral healthcare, and public health policy. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research, and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high
international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees.
Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (with required materials as outlined below) submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference.
The candidate is expected to contribute to both the undergraduate and graduate programs in Dental Public Health and assume the role of Program Director of the Dental Public Health graduate program.
The candidate is expected to develop Dental Public Health curriculum and research content that embeds the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and explores oral health inequities. The candidate should bring novel approaches to both leverage and advance collaboration among existing research areas within the Faculty of Dentistry and externally. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program. Applicability of their research to the practice of public health is expected.
Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience.
As the oldest and most established dental school in Canada, U of T Dentistry has been a trailblazer in dental specialties and clinical innovations. Throughout the twentieth century, the Faculty set a standard of innovation and excellence, pioneering many firsts in the quickly evolving field of dentistry – and beyond. The Faculty is home to all of the specialty programs recognized by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO), the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (RCD), and The National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) – beginning with Orthodontics in 1945. Its Anaesthesia, Dental Public Health, and Oral Radiology programs are the only programs in Canada specific to these areas of training. Additionally, the Faculty is one of the few dental schools in the world with exceptionally strong basic science research focused on oral health. For more information on the Faculty of Dentistry, please visit our website at www.dentistry.utoronto.ca.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; a recent writing sample; and a teaching dossier including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations.
Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee
the day after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.
Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Dean’s Office, Faculty of Dentistry at [email protected]
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by February 15, 2024.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Posted November 29, 2023
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