Assistant Professor of Dental Health

Assistant Professor of Dental Health

The University of Maine at Augusta-Bangor campus invites applications for a full-time, Assistant Professor of Dental Health position. This is a nine-month, academic year appointment (September to May) based at the UMA Dental Health Clinic located on the UMA Bangor campus.  This position will require travel to the UMPI Dental Health Clinic for teaching and clinical maintenance. Some in-state travel may be required to supervise students at extramural/extended clinical facilities. The major duties of the position are teaching in-person and online, advising students and occasional clinical maintenance. Teaching assignments may include clinical and academic advising, didactic, preclinical, clinical and laboratory teaching in the Dental Assisting and EFDA Program. Job duties will also include UMPI clinic oversight, and organization of new student open houses and orientations.  Participation in professional and institutional service and scholarly activity is also expected. The anticipated start date is mid August 2026.

UMA faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; involved in scholarly activities as appropriate to appointment; and willing to provide service to the College of Professional Studies. 

Required: 

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in education, health, or related discipline for hire. 
• A Master’s degree in education, health, or related discipline is required to be eligible for tenure.
• State of Maine EFDA license in good standing (must be complete prior to start date)
• State of Maine Radiology license in good standing or license that includes authority
• Certified Dental Assisting Certificate (CDA) in good standing (must be complete prior to start date)
• 2,000 hours or a year of full-time clinical practice experience
• Previous successful teaching experience in higher education preferably in Dental Assisting or Expanded Function Dental Assisting 
• Ability to travel statewide as needed  (license and ability to provide transportation) 

Preferred: 

• Clinic coordination and dental maintenance experience 
• Successful teaching experience in higher education using varied e-learning modalities and/or proficiency in teaching using online learning management systems (LMS) (e.g. Brightspace, Kahoot, etc.)
• The ability to integrate appropriate technology and/or software in teaching (e.g. Zoom, Smart-Classroom)
• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Docs, One Drive, and with electronic dental records software (e.g. Fuse, Eaglesoft, Dentrix, etc.)
• Active engagement in professional development, service, and scholarly activities and professional associations
• Maine licensed RDH with local anesthesia authority in good standing 

Salary: A typical salary for this academic year appointments falls in the mid 60s and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Benefits: UMA offers a wide range of benefits, including tuition benefits for employees and dependents, comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability as well as retirement plan options. The University of Maine System is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below: 

• A cover letter that fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications 
• A resume/curriculum vitae
• Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.  One of the references must be a recent supervisor.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after 3/17/26 will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening. 

About the University:

UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs. UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives. 

UMA serves a mix of traditional and non-traditional students and offers a wide array of liberal arts and professional programs leading to certificates, and associate and baccalaureate degrees. Programs are delivered on campus, online, and using a network of University centers and sites across the state and internationally. Classes can be taught through the following modalities: in-person, online, distance synchronous, hyflex, and hybrid/blended.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/. 

 Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report.