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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.
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Academic Professional
No openings currently.
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Faculty
Faculty Open Rank (Non-Tenure Track)
Department of EndodonticsThe Department of Endodontics at the University of Illinois Chicago is seeking qualified candidates for several faculty positions from 10% FTE to 40% FTE (part-time) in the non-tenure clinical track for the Pre-Doctoral and Post-Doctoral education programs. 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 individuals 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 licensure in Illinois, and have completed a CODA approved Advanced Dental Education Program in Endodontics. Board eligibility is required and board certification in endodontics is preferred. 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. Extensive clinical experience is desirable. The preferred candidate should demonstrate the ability to promote an equitable, inclusive and diverse scholarly environment. An advanced degree (M.S., MEd, PhD, etc) is desirable. Approximately one day/week intramural or extramural clinical practice opportunity is available.
For fullest consideration, submit a letter of intent, current CV, current license and the names and contact information of three professional references. Confidential review of materials and screening of candidates will be ongoing and continue until the position is filled: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/1915?c=uic
Clinical Assistant Professor (Hourly)
Department of PeriodonticsThe Department of Periodontics at the University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry is seeking a qualified candidate for a part-time faculty hourly non-tenure track position of Clinical Assistant Professor to teach in the Predoctoral Program.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Clinical and didactic instruction in the predoctural program including non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy
- Professional service and scholarly activity
- Collaborate with faculty to develop interdisciplinary curriculum
- Participate in collegiate faculty meetings as well as departmental staff meetings, and other divisional meetings and departmental conferences on a regular basis
- Participate in continuing education programs in the college and at other locations as deemed appropriate
- Participate in public service activities
Minimum Qualifications
1. Accredited DDS/DMD degree or equivalent
2. Completed an accredited specialty program in periodontics
3. Eligible for licensure in Illinois
4. Applicants must have advanced training and experience in all areas of periodontology
5. Strong commitment to interdisciplinary care and willingness to engage other academic departmentsPreferred Qualifications
1. Certification by the American Board of Periodontology
2. Teaching experience
3. Active scholarly activityTo view full job duties and submit an online application go to: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/1487?c=uic
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Civil Service
Dental Assistant II
Dentistry Administration
College of DentistryThe University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking a full-time, Dental Assistant II join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.
The Dental Assistant II is utilized throughout UIC COD in the Department of Oral Surgery, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Endodontics, Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry (Prosthodontics). The Dental Assistant II duties include chair-side assistance during dental treatments or surgical procedures, prepares surgical suites, transfer instruments, retracts and evacuates the oral cavity, and assist on surgical cases with local anesthesia.
Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must have 12 months of work experiences in dental assisting, graduate from an accredited dental assisting school or have a current certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) by the Dental Assisting National Board. The preferred candidate will be have surgical experiences, experience with four handed dentistry techniques, ability to multitask, and have good oral and written communication skills.
To view full job duties and submit an online application go to: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/4424?c=uic
Part-Time Dental Assistant II: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/2282?c=uic
Dental Clinic Clerk I
Dentistry Administration
College of DentistryThe University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking a full-time, Dental Clinic Clerk I to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.
The Dental Clinic Clerk I is utilized throughout UIC COD in the Pre-doctoral Clinics, Specialty Clinics, and Office for Financial Affairs. The Dental Clinic Clerk I provides a variety of patient-related dental support functions, which include checking in patients, verifying insurance at the point of contact, establishing and maintaining dental charts, collecting/posting all forms of patient payments, scheduling and confirming appointments and interacting with patients at the UIC College of Dentistry Clinics.
Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must have 12 months of customer service or receivable management experience in a medical and/or dental setting.
The preferred candidate will have experience in cash handling, ability to multitask and prioritize workload, and effectively interact with patients, faculty, staff and students in addition to individuals outside the university community, in a positive manner, to achieve customer satisfaction.
To view full job duties and submit an online application go to: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/2023?c=uic
Bilingual – https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/3750?c=uic
Central Sterilization Supply Technician (Dental Sterilization Tech)
Dental Clinics
College of Dentistry
The University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking a full-time, Central Sterilization Supply Technician (Dental Sterilization Tech) join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.
Dental Sterilization Technicians perform all duties associated with the sterilization process and dispensing of dental instruments, supplies and equipment used by the dental students and staff at the College of Dentistry.
Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must have 12 months of experience in a medical, health care or laboratory setting or a closely related using sterile procedures or have a current certification as a Sterile Processing Technician from the Certification Board for Sterile Professing and Distribution (CFSPD). The preferred candidate will have knowledge of dental instrumentation, procedures and dental materials, experience operating sterilizing machines and thermal disinfectors and knowledge of sterile techniques and infection control procedures.
To view full job duties and submit an online application go to: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/2578?c=uic
Dental Assistant III
Inclusive Care Clinic
College of DentistryThe University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking two full-time Dental Assistant III to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient–centered and evidence-based
The Dental Assistant III, performs chair-side assistance during treatment, assists with sterilization, maintains inventory lists, restocks supplies, trains DA I’s as needed and is responsible for a high level of asepsis in the clinic.
Candidates must have two years (24 months) of work experience in dental assisting comparable to that performed as the Dental Assistant II level of the series (see link for level II) https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/ViewSeries.aspx?tblCS_SeriesID=59, including experience in four-handed dentistry.
The ideal candidates will have customer service experience assessing patient needs, meeting quality standards for service, evaluating patient satisfaction and working with patients with special health care needs. They will have working knowledge of computers and basic business software programs including word processing, spreadsheets. Effective communication skills; ability to clearly relay information through speech and to understand what others say; ability to guide and reassure patients, and to provide dental education to pediatric patients and parents or guardians. Ability to multitask and prioritize workload; ability to work under pressure. Ability to effectively interact with patients, faculty, residents, staff and students in a positive manner to achieve customer satisfaction.
To view full job duties and submit an online application by the application deadline of December 15, 2023 go to: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/6270?c=uic
Business/Administrative Associate
Oral Medicine & Diagnostic Sciences
College of DentistryThe University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking a full-time, Business/Administrative Associate to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.
The Business/Administrative Associate provides essential management to the department, interfaces closely with the Department Head and is the front-line contact for internal and external stakeholders. This position manages the purchasing, budgeting, and human resource functions for the department, advises management and/or other program directors on spending plans, budget adjustments and compliance, updates and implements policies and procedures related to budgets funded by State, grant and other funding sources and provides guidance of accounting and clerical staff.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, management or related field and minimum of two years’ experience of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience is required. A Master’s degree is preferred. The preferred candidate will have strong financial, analytical, problem solving, and excellent verbal/written communication skills as well as be proficient in Microsoft Office suite- Power Point, Word, Excel.
To view full job duties and submit an online application by the application deadline of December 15, 2023 go to: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/60?c=uic
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Extra Help
Extra Help Position temporary assignments are limited to 900 hours and are non-benefits eligible.
Extra Help Dental Assistant I
Dentistry Administration
College of DentistryThe University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking candidates to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based as fill-time, Extra-Help Dental Assistant I.
The Extra-Help Dental Assistant I is utilized throughout UIC COD. The Extra-Help Dental Assistant I duties include but are not limited to, preparing areas for dental procedures which includes stocking, wiping down dental units, maintaining inventory lists, sterilization, and reporting malfunctioning equipment.
Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent. The preferred candidate has excellent communication and customer service skills and will have knowledge of dental terminology.
To view a list of duties and apply click: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/3508?c=uic
Extra Help Dental Assistant II
Dentistry Administration
College of DentistryThe University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking candidates to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based as fill-time, Extra-Help Dental Assistant II.
The Extra Help Dental Assistant II is utilized throughout UIC COD in the Department of Oral Surgery, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Endodontics, Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry (Prosthodontics). The Dental Assistant II duties include chair-side assistance during dental treatments or surgical procedures, prepares surgical suites, transfer instruments, retracts and evacuates the oral cavity, and assist on surgical cases with local anesthesia.
Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must have 6 months of work experiences in dental assisting, graduate from an accredited dental assisting school or have a current certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) by the Dental Assisting National Board. The preferred candidate will be have surgical experiences, experience with four handed dentistry techniques, ability to multitask, and have good oral and written communication skills.
To view a list of duties and apply click: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/2478?c=uic
Extra Help Dental Clinic Clerk I
Dentistry Administration
College of DentistryThe University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking a full-time, Extra Help – Dental Clinic Clerk I- Administration to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient-centered and evidence-based.
The Extra Help – Dental Clinic Clerk I will be responsible for cash handling, collections, accounts receivable, and revenue reporting. The Extra Help Dental Clinic Clerk I will monitor the accuracy of patient accounts including but not limited to patient demographics within the patient management system, and they will be communicating with patients in English and in Spanish on a daily basis.
Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent and have one year (12 months) experience on any of the following: Certified Dental Assistant in a dental clinic facility, program, or in dentistry practice, if required by employing institution, credit for college/university course work and/or training in dental care, health care related areas, or closely related medical/dental areas, or customer service/management in a medical/dental setting
To view a list of duties and apply click: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/3823?c=uic
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UIC College of Dentistry
Human Resources Department (MC 621)
801 South Paulina Street
Chicago, IL 60612
denthr@uic.edu
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