Description
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
| Position/Rank | General Practice Residency Clinical Faculty |
|---|---|
| Department | 01478 - SOD - EDUCATION |
| City | Salt Lake City, UT |
| Track | Track Dependent on Qualifications |
| New Position to Begin | |
| Details | The University of Utah School of Dentistry (UUSOD) is seeking a dynamic clinical dental educator to oversee General Practice Residents in the UUUSOD General Practice Residency (GPR) Program. This is a hospital-based program at the University of Utah Hospital (UH) in Salt Lake City, Utah. Clinic duties will oversee GPR’s at both the UH clinic and at the affiliated Greenwood Health Center in Midvale, Utah. The GPR program has an exceptionally talented group of 11 residents in the management of medically and dentally complex patients. The position is full-time (1.0 FTE) in the career-line clinical track. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with education and experience. The role requires participation in after-hours call coverage and reports directly to the Director of the Advanced Dental Education Program in General Practice Residency. Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
The UUSOD has many opportunities for career advancement and leadership development. Compensation is based on the published ADEA compensation ranges, and we offer an excellent benefits package, including 14.2% to retirement with no match required, for all faculty who work more than 50% of the time. We also offer up to 25 vacation days per year and much more. You can learn more about the benefits package at https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/. UUSOD fosters a humanistic, evidence-based approach to education and patient care. We are looking for applicants who will educate and mentor dental students to be technically proficient in all aspects of primary oral health care and who can serve as role models for the compassionate and ethical care of patients. We also seek individuals whose drive and intellectual curiosity help advance research that leads to new therapeutics for oral health care. We seek applicants with insights and vision for partnering with other primary healthcare professionals to improve oral and overall health for patients. As a member of the School of Dentistry team, you are expected to form positive and productive relationships with peers, students, and leadership to support the mission, vision, values, and PROMISE standards of the organization. You are expected to encourage and foster a supportive and compassionate environment for all patients, students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve. Values and Culture The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission. |
| EEO/Non-Discrimination Information | The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. |
| Notice | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. |
| Special Instructions for Candidates | How to Apply Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter that summarizes teaching, clinical and scholarly experiences, and the names and contact information of three professional references within the application. All references must be outside the University of Utah and/or its affiliates. All applications must be submitted online at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/203878 Inquiries may be directed to: Jeri Bullock, D.D.S. Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs University of Utah School of Dentistry |
| Open Date | 06/19/2026 |
| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Requisition Number | PRN04074F |
| Type | Faculty |
