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Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Periodontics
Meharry Medical College
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Posted: 13-Jan-26
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Type: Full Time
Preferred Education:
DDS/DMD or equivalent BDS
Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry invites applications for full-time or part-time faculty positions in the Department of Periodontics. We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and experienced Periodontist to participate in predoctoral and postdoctoral education. The candidate will contribute to clinical teaching, didactic instruction, curriculum development, and may engage in research and scholarly activities. A strong commitment to academic excellence, patient-centered care, and the advancement of oral health is essential.
The ideal candidate will:
Demonstrate proficiency in clinical periodontics, including advanced surgical techniques and implant placement
Have strong instructional and communication skills with experience in academic settings
Be able to work effectively with varied students, faculty, and patient populations
Be familiar with educational technology and electronic health records
Have experience with curriculum design and academic program assistance
Have published research and scholarly contributions in the field of Periodontics
Have a Board Certification from the American Board of Periodontology
Have a current Laser Safety certification
Have a current Sedation certification
DDS or DMD from a U.S. or Canadian accredited dental school.
Completion of a CODA-accredited postgraduate program in Periodontology.
Clinical teaching experience at the predoctoral or postdoctoral level.
Licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Tennessee or eligible to become licensed.
Board Certification for the Advanced Education program in Periodontics.
Meharry Medical College is a global academic health sciences center advancing health equity through innovative research, transformative education, exceptional and compassionate health services and policy-influencing thought leadership. True to its legacy, Meharry empowers underserved populations to improve the well-being of humankind.