University of Colorado Denver

Clinician Educator & Assistant Director, Advanced Clinical Training Service (ACTS) Program Clinical Track Faculty (C/T) – Assistant or Associate Professor (Open Rank) - 36478 

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Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Dental Medicine | Department of Community Dentistry & Population Health

Job Title: Clinician Educator & Assistant Director, Advanced Clinical Training Service (ACTS) Program

Clinical Track Faculty (C/T) – Assistant or Associate Professor (Open Rank)

Position #:00808735 – Requisition #:36478

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, School of Dental Medicine welcomes applications from exceptional candidates to serve in a full-time, clinical track faculty in the Department of Community Dentistry and Population Health (CDPH).

CDPH is the department home for the community-based dental education program known as the Advanced Clinical Training Service (ACTS) Program. The ACTS program is nationally recognized for its success in placing students in over 45 practice locations representing rural and urban underserved areas across the State of Colorado. This program coordinates, manages, and evaluates dental student community-based education activities and experiences. The Assistant Program Director is responsible for facilitating program activities within the program mission in accordance with priorities, time and budget requirements at the direction of the Program Director. ACTS program operations are also supported by a

The Department is also home for a post-doctoral Geriatric Dental Medicine Fellowship that has didactic and clinical teaching opportunities available. CDPH is also responsible for teaching in multiple areas of Oral Health including health communication, behavioral health, interprofessional education, practice management, ethics, and public health. A successful candidate will be a clinician educator with some experiential knowledge in providing dental care in community settings, mentoring/precepting students, be able to perform didactic and clinical education, and will have a commitment to working with vulnerable and underserved populations with an emphasis in geriatrics. 

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching – Essential Function (60%)

Teaching responsibilities for faculty in the clinical teaching track are focused on collaboratively building and/or maintaining programs within the SDM that provide quality service regarding local, state, national, and international needs in alignment with the mission and strategic plan of the SDM. The primary academic appointment will be in the Department of Community Dentistry and Population Health. 

• Co-Directing and teaching all dentistry courses aligned with community-based dental education (ACTS) in the Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
• Teaching in some clinical activities that support Senior and Special Care Clinic; teaching in the Geriatric Dental Medicine Fellowship; and teaching in Interprofessional Education.
• Other teaching opportunities may be available in core didactic and/or clinical CDPH courses (e.g., behavioral health sciences and public health), or in other programmatic areas under development by the Department (e.g., new initiatives focusing on mobile dentistry, tele-dentistry, and community oral health services
• Teaching may include some activities outside of the school’s normal operating hours.
• Managing course materials and records, ensuring fulfillment of student learning objectives, coordinating, and conducting student evaluations, and collaborating with other faculty as needed to meet educational objectives. 

Administration – Essential Function (20%)

The primary role of the ACTS Assistant Director is to assist the Program Director in daily operations and management of the community-based dental education program. 

• Supports the planning and implementation of the program goals to fulfill the mission of the ACTS program.
• Supports the development of student rotation schedules and working with preceptors to monitor student performance at the sites. 
• Participating in periodic site visits to current or prospective sites, ensuring that memoranda of understanding are current for each site, and working with preceptors to ensure calibration of teaching between all of the community-based education sites.
• Performs need assessments, evaluates and analyzes individual project and overall program effectiveness; implements appropriate procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy to fulfill program mission
• Supports monitoring programmatic education standards.
• Acts as a resource person for program information. 

Service – Essential Function (10%)

The Department of Community Dentistry and Population Health has a robust track record of establishing, facilitating, and implementing community engagement and service activities off campus. Service responsibilities include service to the assigned program, the school, and with other responsibilities as negotiated. Service is also expected to support new department initiatives aiming to build clinical-community engagement. Some service-related activities may be outside of the traditional school operating hours. 

Research/Scholarship – Essential Function (10%)

Research /scholarship responsibilities offer an opportunity to collaborate on and/or initiate programmatic inquiry and scholarship in alignment with SDM mission and vision. Faculty in the Department of Community Dentistry and Population Health have broad research interests in population oral health that includes health disparities and inequities, ageing and persons with disabilities, as well as informatics and evaluation. 

• While an opportunity for participation in the School’s Dental Faculty Practice is available, the duties and responsibilities of this position may not afford time to participate in Faculty Practice.
• This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on department and program needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado. 

Why Join Us:

The Community Dentistry and Population Health is a critical department that supports the mission areas of education, research, patient care and community engagement at the University of Colorado, School of Dental Medicine (CUSDM). The department fulfils this charge through multi-disciplinary professional collaborations, experiential learning programs, teaching in areas of oral health including health communication, behavioral health, interprofessional education, practice management, ethics, and public health. Additionally, the ACTS program is nationally recognized for its success over 4 decades in community-based dental education. Our team is committed to engage, innovate and enhance, as a way to support student success and better serve patients and the broader community. 

The CUSDM, a collaborative partner on the Anschutz Medical Campus, is a diverse learning, clinical care, and research community. The CUSDM is committed to integrated health that innovates, treats and discovers for the well-being of and in-service to local and global communities. CUSDM will be recognized as the leading transformative dental institution that graduates future-ready practitioners to deliver research-informed person-centered care.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. 

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Assistant Professor:

• A DDS/DMD degree from a CODA accredited U.S. dental school or foreign equivalent
• Eligibility for a Colorado dental license
• At this rank, applicants will usually have some teaching experience and will be expected to teach and/or provide clinical care. 

Associate Professor:

• A DDS/DMD degree from a CODA accredited U.S. dental school or foreign equivalent
• Completion of an applicable Fellowship in Geriatrics or CODA approved Dental Specialty Residency
• Eligibility for a Colorado dental license
• At this rank, applicants will have demonstrated considerable evidence of successful teaching and demonstrated leadership and service. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some academic healthcare or government-related experience
• Previous academic experience teaching, mentoring, or precepting students
• Evidence of advanced training in geriatric dentistry
• A completed post-doctoral certificate program from a CODA approved dental specialty residency or a fellowship with an oral health emphasis.
• Candidates with a graduate degree in public health (i.e., MPH, MSPH, or equivalent) or with an additional doctoral degree (e.g., DrPH or PhD) are encouraged to apply as well. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated commitment to working with vulnerable and underserved populations
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate a broad range of rules, and regulations in order to exercise good judgment in applying them to dental medicine.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, including public speaking.
• Ability to work in a collaborative and multi-cultural environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Ability to use information technology effectively, including information management as it relates to the use of dental electronic health records.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality while working with sensitive information.
• Ability to take initiative with daily work activities and collaborates to create a positive effect on team performance.
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: SDMHR @ SDMhr@cuanschutz.edu. 

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 20th, 2025. 

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Assistant Professor: $120,000 – 145,000 

Associate Professor: $145,000 – 175,000 

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References 

Job Category

: Faculty 

Primary Location

: Aurora 

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20419 - SDM-Community Dent&Pop Health 

Schedule

: Full-time 

Posting Date

: Mar 25, 2025 

Unposting Date

: Ongoing 

Posting Contact Name: SDMHR 

Posting Contact Email: SDMhr@cuanschutz.edu 

Position Number: 00808735

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