The School of Dental Medicine (SDM) at Stony Brook University is seeking applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track or tenured faculty appointment at the rank of assistant or associate professor in the Department of Oral Biology and Pathology, with dental biomaterials research expertise. A tenure appointment requires tenure at present institution and qualifies for continuing appointment (tenure) under the Guidelines for Faculty Appointment and Promotions of the SDM.
The successful candidate will contribute to the biomaterials curriculum for dental student and graduate programs; secure internal and external funding to support their research; demonstrate a continued record of scholarship; supervise dental student, resident and MS/PhD research projects and participate in school governance. The position will focus on collaborating with clinicians in the laboratory assessment of different treatment protocols; creating and testing commercial products; and developing the next generation of dental biomaterials.
The school is completing the construction and equipping of a dental biomaterials research lab for which this position will oversee. It will be accessible to all departments in the SDM to engage in discipline-specific biomaterials research and provide opportunities for students and residents to conduct graduate level research projects.
The SDM supports dental specialty residency programs in dental anesthesiology, endodontics, oral and maxillofacial radiology, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and prosthodontics, creating opportunities for biomaterials research that have potential cross-discipline collaborations. Dental-centered research areas in the SDM include enamel and dentin bonding, dental materials, cell biology and microbiology, psychosocial aspects of health and illness, applications of cone-beam CT, dental implants, 3D printing and applications of artificial intelligence in dental imaging. Click here to learn more about Stony Brook's research faculty.
Stony Brook University, the top-ranked public university in New York State, is an R1 university and member of the Association of American Universities, providing a highly interactive environment with extensive opportunities for collaborations with faculty and joint appointments in other schools/colleges on campus.
Stony Brook University is a premier employer that provides exceptional rewards, including start-up packages in addition to medical, dental and vision benefits. The university's competitive salaries and benefits packages also include generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees, wellness initiatives and more. For detailed information, visit the Stony Brook University website. For more information about the School of Dental Medicine, visit dentistry.stonybrookmedicine.edu.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- PhD degree (or foreign equivalent) in biomaterials science from a college or university program accredited by an agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
- Postdoctoral training
- Active NIH funding (e.g. R01, R21, K99/R00, etc.)
- Evidence of collaborative biomaterials research
- Record of scholarship in relevant journals
- Teaching experience, within the last five years, of professional or graduate students
- Mentoring experience, within the last five years, of professional or graduate students
Preferred:
- Teaching experience at a dental and/or medical school
- Experience serving on an NIH study section
- Engaged member of IADR/AADOCR Dental Material Interest Groups
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
- A desire to create an environment that promotes collegiality
Application Instructions
Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with qualifications. Candidates should submit a personal statement that delineates professional qualifications for the position, description of current research interests and plan, teaching philosophy statement and a curriculum vitae. Three letters of recommendation will be required for final candidates.
All application materials must be submitted online. Please use the Apply Now button to begin the application process. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site or contact its Scholar Service Team at help@interfolio.com or (877) 997-8807. For questions regarding this position, please contact Erin Boccio, PhD, at (631) 632-3753.
Stony Brook University is a premier employer that provides exceptional rewards, including start-up packages and medical, dental, and vision benefits. The university's competitive salaries and benefits packages include generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees, wellness initiatives, and more. For detailed information, visit the Stony Brook University website. For more information about the School of Dental Medicine, visit dentistry.stonybrookmedicine.edu.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal and state laws. Those who need a disability-related accommodation may contact the Office of Equity and Access at (631) 632-6280.
The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.