Job Opportunities
Currently available positions within the College of Dentistry for Academic Professional, Civil Service, or Faculty
The University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry is a worldwide leader in clinical care that is patient-centered and evidence-based, with a foundation in preventive and public health sciences; integrated education programs based on advanced technology; and interdisciplinary, innovative research.
College of Dentistry Career Opportunities
Academic Professional
Director of Clinical Operations
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
College of Dentistry
The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in the College of Dentistry at the University of Illinois Chicago is seeking applications for a full-time Director of Clinical Operations.
This position is responsible for oversight and management of the clinical operations at the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic. This includes the clinic’s administrative operations, clinic budget management, regulatory compliance, equipment and capital procurement, development of patient communications, outreach, staff management, scheduling and marketing. The Director will develop all appropriate guidelines, policies and procedures related to patient care, research, educational programs, clinical compliance while ensuring all clinical operations and program support the Department and the College of Dentistry’s mission.
The minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s degree preferably in an oral health profession or related field, a minimum of five years experience in progressive clinical administrative responsibilities in an oral health or healthcare organization, and knowledge and experience in an electronic health records or dental health electronic.
A master’s degree is preferred for this position. An oral health professional degree and/or licensure in a dental related field is also preferred. Knowledge in business process improvement, knowledge of technical dental and oral maxillofacial procedures, oral maxillofacial practice experience and/or experience in an academic oral healthcare environment highly preferred. The candidate is expected to have knowledge of budget management and financial information systems while having an understanding of various claim/billing methodologies. Experience in development of systems requirements and implementation of organization-wide applications along with a background in risk management programs and understanding compliance with regulatory health standards are preferred. The ability to manage people and complex tasks in a busy patient care environment is expected along with good oral and written communication skills, time management skills, stress management, detail oriented, maintaining professional behavior and image, and consistently being flexible and diplomatic.
The budgeted salary range for the position is $90,000 to $105,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
For fullest consideration, applicants should submit a letter of intent, a current curriculum vitae, current license and the names of three professional references to https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14570?c=uic by May 18, 2025.
Faculty
Clinical Associate Professor (Non-Tenure)
Department of Endodontics
College of Dentistry
The Department of Endodontics at the University of Illinois Chicago is seeking a qualified candidate for a 100% FTE (full-time) faculty position of Clinical Associate Professor in the non-tenure clinical track for the Pre-Doctoral and Post-Doctoral education programs. This position will primary be engaged in teaching and developing curriculum in the field of Endodontics.
The Department of Endodontics aspires to be one of the top clinical endodontic training programs in the world, while actively engaging our residents in important clinical and translational research.
The department has responsibility for educational and research programs at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing education levels. An accredited program at the postdoctoral level is available for qualified students wishing to become specialists in endodontics.
The Department seeks an individual with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary care and willingness to engage with all departments in the College. Responsibilities will include didactic and clinical teaching responsibilities at the predoctoral and postgraduate levels.
Candidates must have an earned DDS/DMD (or equivalent) degree, be eligible for dental licensure in Illinois, and have completed an advanced dental education program in endodontics. The successful candidate should have a minimum of two years teaching experience in Endodontics with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentorship, scholarship, and service. The preferred candidate should demonstrate the ability to promote an equitable, inclusive, and diverse scholarly environment. Approximately one day/week intramural or extramural clinical practice opportunity is available.
For fullest consideration, applicants should submit a letter of intent, current curriculum vitae, and the names of three professional references by May 23, 2025.
Confidential review of materials and screening of candidates will continue until the position is filled.
Civil Service
No current openings.
Extra Help
Extra Help Position temporary assignments are limited to 900 hours and are non-benefits eligible.
No current openings.
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Contact
UIC College of Dentistry
Human Resources Department (MC 621)
801 South Paulina Street
Chicago, IL 60612
denthr@uic.edu
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