Open Rank Professor and Program Director - College of Dentistry
University of Tennessee at Martin
Salary undisclosed
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Description
- Direct all aspects of the Graduate Endodontics Program, including curriculum design, accreditation compliance and strategic planning. Serve as the primary liaison to the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) regarding program compliance and reporting.
- Provide high-quality didactic and clinical instruction to residents, with an emphasis on both foundational knowledge and advanced surgical and non-surgical Endodontic procedures. Coordinate and participate in seminars, lectures, case reviews, and interdepartmental teaching collaborations.
- Mentor residents and junior faculty in clinical and translational research. Support scholarly productivity through advising on protocol development, IRB submissions, data analysis, presentations, and publication in peer reviewed journals.
- Supervise the delivery of endodontic care in the graduate clinics, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety protocols. Participate in patient care activities in compliance with licensure and practice guidelines.
- Actively contribute to departmental and college committees, initiatives, and events. Represent the program at professional meetings and contribute to recruitment, alumni engagement, and community outreach.
- Mentor graduate students in Endodontics research and support scholarly productivity.
- Deliver lectures, seminars, and clinical supervision in advanced Endodontic procedures.
- Provide limited direct patient care in the context of graduate clinical supervision and licensure.
- Serve on departmental and college committees and contribute to curriculum and program development.
Qualifications
EDUCATION: DDS or DMD from an accredited institution. Completion of a CODA-accredited post-graduate program in Endodontics.
LICENSES: Diplomate status with the American Board of Endodontics (ABE). Eligible for Tennessee dental licensure. (Eligibility for moderate conscious sedation certification preferred.)
DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES:
- Experience with advanced surgical and non-surgical Endodontic therapy.
- Administrative and leadership experience in dental education.
- Evidence of scholarly activity and teaching excellence.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to mentor graduate-level students and residents.
- Commitment to excellence in education and patient care.
For benefits information, please visit
https://www.uthsc.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefits-preview-packet.pdf
THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is a statewide flagship, public, academic health institution in Tennessee. Founded in 1911, the mission of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center is to improve the health and well-being of Tennesseans and the global community by fostering collaborative education, research, scientific discovery, clinical care, and public service. Employing more than 4,600 people on its faculty, staff, and not-for-profit corporation faculty practice groups, and with more than 3,200 students across the state, UT Health Science Center contributes $4 billion to the economy of Tennessee.
Part of the University of Tennessee System, the Health Science Center is headquartered in Memphis and includes all six of UT’s doctoral-degree-granting health science colleges -- Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Graduate Health Sciences, and Health Professions. UT Health Science Center spans the state with its four major, regional clinical health science locations in Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, as well as more than 100 clinical education sites across Tennessee. UT Health Science Center is the largest educator of health care professionals in the state and operates the state’s largest residency and fellowship advanced training programs.
Located in West Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is the second-largest city in the state and among the largest cities in the Southeast. The Greater Memphis metropolitan area has more than 1.3 million residents, and the city ranks among those with the lowest cost of living in the country. It is home to a vibrant restaurant scene, a revitalized Downtown, the Midtown Arts District, many scenic neighborhoods, an active medical district, and a burgeoning airport in the midst of a $214 million modernization.
Memphis boasts attractions, including Elvis Presley’s Graceland, the Memphis Grizzlies, historic Beale Street, the National Civil Rights Museum, the second-largest urban county park in the United States, and the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
About this role
Leading the Graduate Endodontics Program at UT Health Science Center's College of Dentistry requires someone ready to balance program administration with hands-on clinical and educational leadership. You would direct all aspects of the program—from curriculum design and accreditation compliance to resident mentorship and scholarly development—while serving as the primary contact with the Commission on Dental Accreditation. This is a full leadership role that demands both strategic vision and deep engagement with the day-to-day work of training the next generation of endodontists.
The position blends teaching, clinical supervision, and research mentorship. You would deliver didactic instruction and clinical supervision in advanced surgical and non-surgical endodontic procedures, oversee graduate clinic operations to ensure best practices and safety, and guide residents and junior faculty through research protocol development, IRB submissions, and publication. A smaller component involves direct patient care within the graduate supervision context. Beyond the clinic and classroom, you would represent the program at professional meetings, support recruitment and alumni engagement, and contribute to departmental committees and college initiatives.
This role is built for an ABE diplomate with a track record in advanced endodontic therapy, dental education leadership, and scholarly activity. You should be comfortable mentoring graduate-level learners, navigating accreditation requirements, and communicating effectively across departments and professional networks. The position is based in Memphis, a major medical hub with a lower cost of living than many comparable cities, and sits within UT Health Science Center's statewide system of clinical and educational programs.
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