Hiring Department
University of Missouri - Kansas City
School of Dentistry
Division of Dental Hygiene
The Division of Dental Hygiene at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) prepares students to become competent dental hygienists who actively participate in the improvement of the public’s oral health. The UMKC program graduated its first class in 1954 and is the only program in Missouri to award a Baccalaureate degree in dental hygiene. Our graduates can function effectively as oral health care professionals working with individuals in all ages and stages of life in a constantly changing society. Graduates are prepared to use problem-solving skills to plan, implement and evaluate dental hygiene care of diverse populations while working in a variety of settings – including clinical practice, education, public health, hospital dental programs and public-school dental programs.
For more information regarding the School of Dentistry, visit: https://dentistry.umkc.edu/index.html
Job Description
The School of Dentistry is seeking an adjunct faculty member for the division of Dental Hygiene.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Clinical Instruction, supervision, and evaluation of dental hygiene students in either first or second year clinic.
- Other duties as assigned
Part time, non-benefit eligible, unranked, academic appointee position. Hours are approximately 10 to 26 hours/week (0.25 to 0.65 FTE).
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Degree is required
Eligibility for Missouri dental hygiene licensure is required
Preferred Qualifications
A Master’s Degree in Dental Hygiene
Application Materials
To be considered, you must complete the application at https://www.umkc.edu/hr/careers/ including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of references).
If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu include the Job Identification number and name of the position.
Official transcripts will be required if a contract is extended.
Handling of Application Materials
After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately; position will remain posted until filled.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer .
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
