Open Rank Assistant, Associate or Full Professor

Open Rank Assistant, Associate or Full Professor Position in Biomaterials and Regenerative Dental Medicine

The Department of Biomaterials and Regenerative Dental Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry invites applications for an Assistant, Associate or Full Professor position in Biomaterials and Regenerative Dental Medicine.

This position requires a scientist in the field of dental biomaterials and regenerative medicine, who will work with colleagues in the Department and in the School of Dentistry to obtain funding, teach and train students, and provide innovative solutions and translational discoveries to enhance patient care in Maryland.

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

About UMSOD / UMB

University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD), the world's first dental college, offers exceptional educational programs in oral health.

As one of six professional schools at the University of Maryland, Baltimore's (UMB) 65-acre campus is part of a thriving academic health center that combines groundbreaking biomedical research and exceptional patient care.

Good oral health, excellence, and innovation are a vital part of UMSOD's vision. Its state-of-the-art facilities contain more than 50,000 square feet of dedicated research space, creating a cutting-edge environment for UMSOD faculty members and their UMB colleagues from the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and others.

That commitment to research is also beyond the UMSOD building. Adjacent to the Campus is the 14-acre University of Maryland BioPark, which fuels the commercialization of new drugs, diagnostics, and medical devices, enabling collaboration with more than 1,000 employees, including scientists and entrepreneurs.

A strong emphasis on patient care complements UMSOD's focus on research. The Department of Biomaterials and Regenerative Dental Medicine is advancing oral health and improving lives through research, teaching, and services.

Job Description

This position is open to candidates at Assistant, Associate or Full Professor rank in the field of dental biomaterials and regenerative medicine.

The applicants for this position will be outstanding translational research scientists in the field of dental tissue regeneration, including stem cells and bone regeneration, as well as development of novel dental biomaterials for tooth restorations and treating oral diseases such as caries and periodontal diseases.

Candidates with a record of funded NIH research and collaborations in multidisciplinary teams are preferred. The successful candidate will be able to inspire undergraduate and graduate clinicians to undertake basic laboratory research, and display a strong commitment to graduate and undergraduate education, outreach, and service.

Qualifications

The position requires a PhD, DDS, or equivalent degree. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The UMSOD is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The position will be available until filled. Interested applicants should go to the University of Maryland Job Portal using the link below to submit a signed / dated detailed curriculum vitae, application, and references.

The Taleo job number is 2400012L.

The University of Maryland Baltimore, School of Dentistry is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy.

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