The Lewis College is seeking a director to manage the operations of the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (B.S.D.H.) Program. This is a twelve-month tenure or non-tenure track position, depending on the qualifications of the candidate. A terminal degree and a defined area of research are needed for consideration to the tenure track. The expected start date is January 3, 2022. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled but for the best consideration, submit a CV and cover letter by October 18 to ggarrett6@gsu.edu. Include the position log # 22-111 in the cover letter.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in dental hygiene or health sciences, Ph.D. preferred
• Candidate must have knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the dental hygiene field
• Administrative experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the role of director, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience
• Active license as RDH in Georgia (may have GA teaching license)
• Three (3) years of experience teaching in a pre- or post-licensure registered dental hygiene or dental program
• Experience in direct patient care as a registered dental hygienist
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of college students

Knowledge Required:

• Georgia Board of Dentistry rules and regulations.
• Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) in Dental Hygiene standards.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Command of English language usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Statement of Responsibilities:

The director of the Advanced Dental Hygiene Program is responsible and accountable for ensuring the fulfillment of educational goals and objectives.  These responsibilities require leadership in both academic and workforce areas and include meeting student retention goals; directing and participating in educational planning; program organization; supervision of full-time and part-time faculty; evaluating program faculty and student performance; recruiting and advising students; developing and maintaining the program budget and generating program reports as required.

Principle Responsibilities:

1. Supervises, directs, and participates in student-related activities, which include recruitment, analysis of transcripts, advisement and counseling, retention, and analysis of graduation petitions.
2. Manages the educational programs to include course review and development and program revision.
3. Manages departmental short- and long-range planning and budget preparation.
4. Responds to and provides advisement relative to faculty and/or student complaints.
5. Prepares all reports and documentation required by the university.
6. Hires faculty, makes faculty assignments, evaluates faculty, provides professional development guidance, issues commendations, and administers discipline/corrective action as appropriate.
7. Participates on university committees and acts as liaison to higher administration.
8. Works cohesively with AS dental hygiene program director at Perimeter College.
9. Teaches the required Georgia State University course hours.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned.

“We’re looking for strong candidates who can build on the enormous impact of this institution and continue to move the dental hygiene profession into the future through compassion, education, and innovation.”

Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action university and accommodates individuals with disabilities.  All applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.  Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note the following educational and experience requirements prior to submitting your CV.

Throughout the year, we build a pool of candidates. Please submit your CV for Part Time Instructors to gsusonsearch@gsu.edu.

Responsibilities:

1. Job Description Part Time Instructor Undergraduate Program
2. Job Description Part Time Instructor Master’s and Post Certificate Program

Please note the following educational and experience requirements prior to submitting your CV.

Clinical Instructors/Clinical Assistants/Clinical Associate

Non-Tenure Track responsibilities:

• Teaching in our undergraduate and/or graduate programs
• Participating in scholarly activities.
• Student advisement and mentoring,

Rank will be determined based on prior clinical and/or teaching experience. Preference will be given to those with a DNP or PhD or equivalent doctoral degree and prior teaching experience.

Minimum qualifications include:

Georgia RN license/license eligible; master’s degree in nursing; and a minimum of two years of nursing practice and teaching experience. Certification such as nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist with current practice experience desirable.

OPEN POSITIONS – ACADEMIC YEAR 2021-2022

Title: Clinical Instructor/Assistant/Associate Professor (9-month, Non-Tenure Track appointments)
Log # 22077/22078
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Please complete and submit the application

Please note the following educational and experience requirements prior to submitting your CV.

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (9-month)

All TT positions for academic year 2020-2021 have been filled and the search is closed.  We will update this page when positions become available.

(Applicants with a DNP should apply for a non-tenure track position. Please see relevant information under the Non Tenure Track appointments: Clinical Instructors.)

Tenure Track Appointments Responsibilities:

• Developing or advancing a focused program of funded research and teaching in the undergraduate and/or graduate programs.
• Student advisement and mentoring,

Minimum qualification include:

PhD or equivalent research doctoral degree. While a preference will be given to nurse researchers, other health-related disciplines are encouraged to apply. Prior teaching experience desirable. Competitive compensation package with startup funds are available.