Faculty Open Rank (Non-Tenure Track) - Oral Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences
Director of Group Facilitation
Department of Oral Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences
Hiring Department : Oral Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences (OMDS)
Location : Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1027040
Posting Close Date : 10-31-2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges.
Description:
The University of Illinois College of Dentistry (UIC COD) invites applications for a full-time faculty to serve as Director of Group Facilitation. The position is Open Rank either in Tenure or Non-Tenure Track in the Department of Oral Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences.
The College of Dentistry is the largest oral health college in the State of Illinois, provides care for 35,000 patients a year, and has over 500 students seeking dental degrees including DMD, PhD and Master's programs. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave that includes Vacation, Holiday and Sick.
The selected individual will be an experienced academic leader in Small Group Learning (SGL) or related pedagogies who will develop, implement and sustain SGL activities in the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) curriculum. Additionally, the individual will have primary responsibilities in providing input and guidance related to the formation of case scenarios used in SGL activities. The Director will lead case-writing, as well as improve, administer, and advance SGL sessions throughout the predoctoral and advanced standing dental degree program. In addition, the Director will participate as SGL facilitator and grader.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications include a clinical healthcare degree (DDS/DMD) or its foreign equivalent or a PhD in a related field. Three years of experience in problem-based learning or related pedagogical methods in health professions education. Proven record of administrative responsibility. Experience in evidenced-based dentistry, curriculum development and interprofessional education are highly preferred.
For fullest consideration, submit a letter of intent, current CV, current clinical license (if applicable), and the names of 3 references by October 31, 2024.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.
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