Assistant Professor of Periodontics

Position Summary: Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry invites applications for a full-time or part-time faculty position 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 equity is essential.

Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities): Assign a percentage to each essential function (equal to 100%):

• Serve as a clinical and didactic faculty member in the Department of Periodontics for both predoctoral and postdoctoral dental programs.
• Supervise and instruct dental students and residents in periodontal diagnosis, treatment planning, and both non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy.
• Provide instruction in surgical periodontal therapies, dental implantology, laser dentistry, and dental sedation.
• Participate in curriculum development, course management, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, laboratory exercises, and clinical demonstrations.
• Mentor students and residents in clinical skills, professional development, and scholarly activity.
• Engage in scholarly and research activities aligned with the mission of Meharry Medical College
• Participate in departmental and institutional committees as assigned.
• Support outcomes assessment and continuous quality improvement efforts
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical periodontics, including advanced surgical techniques and implant placement.
• Strong instructional and communication skills with experience in academic settings.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse students, faculty, and patient populations.
• Familiarity with current technologies and evidence-based practices in periodontology.
• Capacity to contribute to a mission-driven institution committed to health equity.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Preferred:

• Experience with educational technology and electronic health records.
• Documentation of research and scholarly contributions.
• Experience in curriculum design and academic program assessment.
• Commitment to interprofessional education and collaboration.

Education and Experience Required:

• 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.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Master’s degree or equivalent advanced academic credentials in a relevant field.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility by the American Board of Periodontology.
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching and/or clinical experience.

Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:

• Must be licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Tennessee or be eligible for licensure.
• Board Certification for the Advanced Education program in Peridontics

Licensure, Certification or Registration Preferred:

• Board Certification by the American Board of Periodontology.
• Current sedation certification and laser certification.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Meharry Medical College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.