Assistant/Associate Professor, Division of Prosthodontics
- Employer
- University of Manitoba
- Location
- Winnipeg (City), Manitoba
- Salary
- Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Closing date
- Dec 7, 2024
University of Manitoba – Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry
Department of Restorative Dentistry
Position No. 34449 & 35566
Applications are invited for two positions as full-time Probationary (tenure-track) or tenured Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in the Division of Prosthodontics, Department of Restorative Dentistry at the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry, University of Manitoba, Canada. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The appointment will commence on or before July 1, 2025, or as soon thereafter as possible.
The successful applicant at the Assistant Professor level must have a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent and a certificate or equivalent of Prosthodontics specialty from an accredited postgraduate prosthodontics program. Demonstrated practice experience as well as a Master’s or PhD degree by the time of hire would be an asset. A strong preference for candidates with interest and experience with digital dentistry. Additional preference will be given to candidates with experience in teaching and/or teaching innovation.
For appointment at the rank of Associate Professor, the applicant will also have experience in teaching at the graduate level, masters-level research experience, mentorship and evidence of a successful dossier in research, including peer-reviewed publications and success in obtaining grant funding. A masters-level degree is the minimal requirement for Associate Professor. Having a PhD qualification will be an asset.
The ideal applicants are eligible for licensure in the Province of Manitoba and be either Board Eligible in Canada or be a Fellow in the Royal College of Dentists of Canada see www.rcdc.ca.
Responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate didactic teaching, undergraduate and graduate clinical instruction and supervision, involvement in service within the Department, College and/or University and the community and/or profession, and participation in research activities. An extramural practice privilege is available one day per week upon the signing of a Private Practice Agreement. Please see the link to the organizational structure of the Restorative Dentistry Department at https://umanitoba.ca/dentistry/restorative-dentistry
The Mission of the University and College includes a commitment to Scholarship, Teaching, Research and Service www.umanitoba.ca/dentistry. The University of Manitoba’s Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry offers a four-year dental degree, a two-year international dentist degree completion program, three-year dental hygiene diploma and six graduate programs. It has a significant research profile, and a variety of community service activities that has made this institution among the most respected in Canada.
The City of Winnipeg (www.tourismwinnipeg.com), located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture. The city, with a growing population of more than 766,000, is home to internationally renowned festivals, galleries and museums, the historic Exchange District and The Forks, and ever-expanding research, education, and business sectors. From the Hudson Bay waters, across the farmland fields, to the pulse of the cities and towns, The Province of Manitoba’s (www.travelmanitoba.com) people and places – its 100,000 lakes, 92 provincial parks, winding river valleys and storied prairie skies – inspire.
The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is committed to the social justice principles of equity, access & participation and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, Black, racially marginalized communities, disabled persons and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
An inclusive, open and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures including implicit bias training for all hiring panels. We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels, short-list of candidates, interviews). The University acknowledges the potential impact that Career Interruptions and Personal Circumstances can have on an applicant's record of research achievement. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process. We encourage you to self-identity aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently under-represented viewpoints, expertise and forms of excellence to this role.If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Only complete applications will be considered. Applications must include the following: Curriculum Vitae, statement of career goals, a personal statement on your contributions to equity, diversity and inclusion in your teaching, research, service and other experiences, three letters of reference sent directly from the referees including one from the program director of their speciality program if a recent graduate. Certified copies (if available) of university graduation certificates/transcripts, a certified copy of the applicant’s present licensing authority registration certificate and a Letter of Good Standing from the licensing jurisdiction. As a requirement for employment in the College of Dentistry, all staff in a clinical setting are required to submit a Criminal Record Check as well as the Child Abuse Registry check at the time of hire.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provision of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search committee.
Completed application documents and informal enquiries should be directed to:
Kristjana Oliver
E-mail: kristjana.oliver@umanitoba.ca
D113-780 Bannatyne Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3E 0W2
Phone: (204) 789-3249 Fax: (204) 789-3912
Closing date for applications is: November 15, 2024 and will remain open until the position is filled.
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