Description

The University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry (OUCOD) invites applications for the position of Division Head of Prosthodontics in the Department of Restorative Sciences at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.

Position Summary

The Division Head of Prosthodontics provides leadership and administrative oversight for all prosthodontic academic and clinical programs, including predoctoral fixed, removable, and implant dentistry. This role ensures alignment with the mission of the OUCOD and compliance with CODA accreditation standards, while fostering excellence in education, patient care, faculty development, and service.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for divisional academic, clinical, and administrative operations 

Lead strategic planning and represent Prosthodontics in college and university initiatives

Recruit, mentor, evaluate, and support faculty and staff

Develop and manage divisional budgets Oversee curriculum development, delivery, and continuous improvement in preclinical and clinical prosthodontics

Monitor student academic and clinical performance and support faculty calibration

Ensure high standards of evidence-based patient care in clinical teaching environments

Ensure compliance with CODA standards, university policies, and clinical best practices

Utilize academic and clinical platforms including Canvas, Simple Syllabus, Axium, and Microsoft Excel

Application Instructions

Evaluations of applicants will be reviewed when received. Please submit your application in Interfolio to include:

Curriculum vitae (CV)

Letter of interest/cover letter

3 letters of reference

Apply at: apply.interfolio.com/179396

For consideration, please review the posted position requirements and apply now. For any questions or issues while applying please contact: 

Kayla Harp; HR-Dentistry@ouhsc.edu; (405) 271-5444

Requirements

<p><strong>EDUCATION:</strong><br>DDS or DMD from a CODA accredited institution or foreign equivalent and completion of Part I and Part II of National Dental Board Examinations.&nbsp;</p><p><em>Preferred:</em> Completion of a CODA-accredited Prosthodontics residency program with a certificate in Prosthodontics or Master's degree in Prosthodontics.</p><p><strong>EXPERIENCE:</strong><br>Minimum of three (3) years of clinical practice experience. Demonstrated leadership experience in academic, clinical, or administrative settings.</p><p><strong>LICENSES &amp; CERTIFICATIONS:</strong><br>Must be eligible for licensure in the State of Oklahoma. Employment is contingent upon obtaining an Oklahoma dental license.</p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</strong></span><br><span style="font-size: 8pt;">The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.</span></p>