The University of Texas San Antonio, School of Dentistry

The Department of Periodontics, Division of Dental Hygiene

The Department of Periodontics, Division of Dental Hygiene at the UT San Antonio, School of Dentistry is seeking applications for a faculty position for our Laredo Office. The position will focus on providing laboratory, clinical and didactic instruction for dental hygiene students.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene or related field required and Master’s preferred.

• Graduate of a CODA-approved dental hygiene program or Dental School

• Must be a license registered dental hygienist with the state of Texas

• Must have at least six years of clinical experience

• Educational experience, preferred but not required

Job responsibilities:

• Designing and delivering instruction in clinical, laboratory, and didactic settings

• Serving as a professional role model for students

• Assist with the coordination of clinical activities and student schedules

• Participate in departmental meetings, including faculty development

The position entails clinical and practical teaching and course administration and instruction. The department employs multiple teaching methods including case-based instruction, large-and small-group discussion, clinical, lecture, demonstration, and simulation.

UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.