School of Dentistry-Community Dentistry Faculty

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 Information

• Position/Rank: School of Dentistry – Community Dentistry 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) seeks a clinical instructor to support community engagement initiatives across Utah. This role will include both direct patient care at community partner locations including the Juvenile Justice Youth System and school-based clinics. Teaching responsibilities will include clinical supervision of dental students on the Mobile Dental Clinic and other community outreach events. This position is hired as a dentist at 0.5- 1.0 FTE. This position requires travel across the Wasatch front and occasional travel to rural areas of Utah. The UUSOD will reimburse mileage at the federal travel reimbursement rate.

Qualified candidates must have a DDS or equivalent degree and qualify for an unrestricted dental license in Utah. Requirements for a Utah dental license are found on DOPL.

Faculty members are hired in the Clinical Track with rank determined by job duties, experience, and qualifications.

Compensation is based on rank and experience. The UUSOD offers an excellent benefits package. You can learn more about the benefits package at https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/. This position is open to part-time or full-time candidates with a minimum requirement of 0.5 FTE (10 days per month).

The school fosters a humanistic, evidence-based approach to education and patient care. We are looking for applicants who are committed to creating a humanistic environment. We seek applicants with insights and vision for partnering with community organizations to improve access to care for underserved communities.

Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter summarizing clinical experiences, and three professional references’ names/contact information. All references must be outside the University of Utah and/or its affiliates. Submit all applications to: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/209022

Inquiries may be directed to:

Heidi Iongi, D.M.D., M.P.H., M.S.
Chair of Search Committee
Director of Community Engagement and Clinical Integration
heidi.iongi@hsc.utah.edu

Review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.

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.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter summarizing clinical experiences, and three professional references’ names/contact information. All references must be outside the University of Utah and/or its affiliates. Submit all applications to: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/209022

• Open Date: 09/15/2026
• Close Date:
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Requisition Number: PRN04120F
• Type: Faculty