Graduate Teaching Assistant

Department Overview

The School of Dentistry shares the mission of the Oregon Health & Science University to provide educational programs, basic and clinical research, and high quality care and community programs. We strive to foster an environment of mutual respect where the free exchange of ideas can flourish. The dental school prepares graduates in general dentistry and the dental specialties to deliver compassionate and ethical oro-facial health care.

Read more about the School of Dentistry: http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/education/schools/school-of-dentistry 

Function/Duties of Position

The teacher assistant (TA) will provide help teaching DS1s and DS2s in restorative dentistry courses. The TA will be guided by the course director and will teach along with faculty instructors to a group of designated students in the simulation clinic.

• They will provide feedback to students on dental procedures including but not limited to waxing, preparing teeth, restoration teeth, making provisionals, Axium, and treatment planning
• They are expected to communicate with course director, show up on time, and follow course director's guidance
• They will dedicate a maximum of one-half day a week for teaching
• Teacher assistants will not be involved with student assessments
• Monitor evening/Saturday Sim clinic practice sessions

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in or on vacation from or is otherwise registered in a Graduate Program with a minimum of 4.5 credit hours
• Must have experience in a dental Clinic environment
• Must have great communication skills
• Must be a team player

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]