Chair, Department of Restorative Sciences

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: about 21 hours ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Information
Posting Information


Department ASOD Dean's Office - 430100
Posting Open Date 05/20/2024
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title Chair, Department of Restorative Sciences
Appointment Type Admin Appointment with Faculty Rank
Vacancy ID FAC0005079
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range Dependent on qualifications
Proposed Start Date 11/01/2024

Position Information


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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Restorative Sciences Department is an internationally recognized group of oral health professionals that combines three divisions consisting of general dentistry, operative dentistry, and prosthodontics. The department supports the dental education program, advanced education programs in prosthodontics and general dentistry along with master’s degree programs (including operative dentistry), community service and outreach, faculty practice and scholarship activities.
Position Summary
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry seeks an accomplished and dedicated leader to serve as Chair, Department of Restorative Sciences. The ideal candidate is an outstanding leader that will direct a high-performing and passionate department in our education, patient care, community service and research missions. The successful candidate will be eligible to participate in the intramural Dental Faculty Practice. Other requirements include demonstration of excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills; skills in teaching and mentoring students and faculty; a strong history of clinical excellence; a strong history and continued interest in research and productive scholarship and a minimum of five years of leadership and/or administrative supervisory experience. In addition to a primary faculty appointment in the Restorative Sciences Department in either a full-time fixed-term track or tenure/tenure track position, the selected candidate will hold a secondary, at will administrative assignment as Department Chair reporting to the Dean. Faculty rank and track will be determined once the top candidate is identified.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Minimum qualifications include Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), or equivalent dental degree, and at least five years of leadership and/or administrative supervisory experience in the restorative sciences. The candidate must be eligible for dental licensure in NC or NC Instructor’s License, and evidence of scholarship to qualify for an appointment at the associate or full professor level. Rank and salary will be commensurate with education, experience and academic accomplishments.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Board certification, if relevant, is preferred along with experience with CODA accreditation.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
NA
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/280952

Department Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Dr. Jessica Lee, Committee Chair
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to [email protected].
Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. 
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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