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Assistant Professor of Dental Hygiene, UC Blue Ash College

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Assistant Professor of Dental Hygiene, UC Blue Ash College

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati The University of Cincinnati is a public research university with a history dating to 1819. UC Blue Ash College (UCBA) is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio. UCBA offers primarily associate degrees with a focus on teaching excellence and student support. UCBA is located in Blue Ash, Ohio, fifteen miles north of the uptown campus, on 135 acres in a park-like setting. UC emphasizes student success, community transformation through scholarship and service, and innovative teaching and engagement.

Job Overview The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Dental Hygiene Program.

Essential Functions

Instruction in classroom teaching courses such as but not limited to Clinical Practicum and Advanced Instrumentation

Laboratory instruction in Local Anesthesia, Dental Materials and Radiography to educate students using practice models and patients

Clinical instruction teaching students to treat patients in the UC Blue Ash Dental Hygiene Clinic by assessing patient needs and providing dental hygiene care (e.g., cleanings, cancer screenings, periodontal treatment, radiographs, oral hygiene instruction)

Professional/scholarly activities related to the profession (e.g., membership/leadership in dental hygiene associations, pedagogy/dentistry presentations, publications in journals)

Service on department, college, and university committees; involvement in community outreach initiatives

Minimum Requirements

Master's Degree in a health-related field, or Master's degree in Education

Valid Ohio Dental Hygiene License

Valid Ohio local anesthesia certificate

One (1) academic year of teaching experience in a dental hygiene program within the past five (5) years, in didactic, laboratory, or clinical settings

Two (2) years of clinical practice experience as a dental hygienist

Application Process Applicants must apply online at jobs.uc.edu (REQUIRED REQ #100343). Applicants must upload: 1) cover letter, 2) CV/Resume, 3) unofficial transcripts, and 4) verification of eligibility to obtain an Ohio Dental Hygiene License and Ohio local anesthesia certificate. Documents may be uploaded to the Additional Documents section. Arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted separately by email to UCBAHR@uc.edu.

Compensation And Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package to support well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission for eligible dependents and tuition coverage for most UC programs

Robust Retirement Plans (OPERS, STRS) or Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP); UC contributes 14–18% of salary based on position

Generous work-life balance, including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, end-of-year paid time off, and 6 weeks of paid parental leave

Competitive salary (starting at $63,000 based on experience)

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) and flexible spending accounts

Professional development and mentorship opportunities

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We do not consider “easy apply” submissions from other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations, contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

REQ: 100343

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