Assistant Professor

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: OHSU School of Dentistry 

Function/Duties of Position

The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university¿s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.

This position reports to (supervisor): Yota Stathopoulou, D.D.S., D.M.D., Ph.D., Division Head

The duties of this position include: Participation in the education of residents and dental students, with opportunity for scholarly and service activity. Specific responsibilities will focus on clinical and didactic teaching and student assessment at the graduate and predoctoral level; opportunity exists for participation in research, Departmental strategic planning activities and committee service within the School of Dentistry. 

Required Qualifications

• D.D.S. or D.M.D. from a CODA accredited school or equivalent
• Completion of advanced education program in Periodontics from a CODA accredited program
• Board Certification in Periodontics highly desired
• Ability to obtain Oregon Dental License and sedation certification
• BLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled in an OHSU training course and will be required to complete the course during the onboarding process
• Experience in teaching, research, service, patient care, and academic management, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills are preferred

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]