Job Description Summary

The James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina is seeking applications for a full time Faculty in the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Reconstructive and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty

Cost Center

CC004978 CDM Innovation

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Work Shift

Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Faculty will be teaching preclinical and clinical aspects of dental prosthetic fabrication in the Department of Reconstructive and Rehabilitation Science. This will involve digital design and fabrication of various dental prostheses, including ceramic fixed prostheses, digital complete dentures, and more. The faculty will utilize digital CAD designing, CAM milling, sintering, and characterizing fixed prosthetics for the predoctoral restorative, removable, and implant prosthodontic clinics.

The job will also include fabricating in-house prostheses, ranging from single restorative units to complex implant-supported prostheses. Additionally, the role involves utilizing 3D printing for the department's printing needs and assisting other departments on campus, such as graduate programs in digital dentistry, AEGD, orthodontics, research, periodontics, and oral maxillofacial surgery. Consultative services related to 3D printing will also be provided to other colleges and institutes on campus, such as the Bioengineering group and the Zucker Institute of Applied Neuroscience.

The individual will be involved in advanced level research using complex printing and milling laboratory equipment. They will be responsible for evaluating the trueness and precision of printed parts following ISO standard 5725. The faculty member will supervise and train dental students in CAD/CAM laboratory work for both removable and fixed restorations. This includes 3D metal printing of partial denture frameworks, resin printing, and milling of complete dentures. Moreover, the individual will be responsible for directing the operation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of complex laboratory equipment, such as selective laser fusion metal printers, Digital Light Projector resin printers, and 5 and 3-axis milling systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

A DMD or DDS equivalent degree with an advanced degree in prosthodontics, restorative dentistry, digital dentistry or equivalent training. A master degree in relevant dental sciences is highly preferred.

Proficiency in laboratory prosthetic fabrication, including milling lithium disilicate, zirconia, resins, and acrylics on various milling systems.

Experience and proficiency in digital design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) of various dental removable and fixed prosthetics, including full arch hybrid restorations, complete digital dentures, digital removable partial dentures, crowns, bridges, inlay, onlays, over dentures, and implant-supported restorations.

Strong knowledge of dental science, anatomy, and principles of esthetics, with a special emphasis on the oral facial complex.

Proficiency with 3Shape and Exocad software packages, including complicated implant restorations and fixed removable prosthetics.

Comfortable with smile design using 3D smile design software in Exocad and 3Shape, including working with 3D face scans.

Familiarity with Sirona Inlab software package.

Knowledgeable and proficient in dental implant planning software and surgical guide fabrication.

Competency in milling using a variety of milling machines and 3D printing on various resin printers.

Competency in finishing and sintering Zirconia restorations, with the ability to teach other technicians.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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