Maxillofacial Prosthodontist

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department ASOD Prosthodontics - 436540 Posting Open Date 11/06/2025 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Position Type Permanent Faculty Working Title Maxillofacial Prosthodontist Appointment Type Open Rank Vacancy ID FAC0005724 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent Hours per week 40 FTE 1 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range Dependent on qualifications Proposed Start Date 07/01/2026

Position Information

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Comprehensive Oral Health houses several disciplines including, Periodontology, Dental Hygiene, Comprehensive Dentistry, Operative Dentistry/BioMaterials, Prosthodontics, and Endodontics. The Prosthodontics discipline focuses on the restoration and replacement of teeth and/or craniofacial structures.

Strategic Plan UNC School of Dentistry

Position Summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry invites applications for a faculty position in Maxillofacial Prosthodontics within the Department of Restorative Sciences. This faculty member will hold a fixed-term or tenure-track appointment commensurate with the candidates experience, academic accomplishments, and career goals.

Position Summary:

The successful candidate will contribute to the schools mission through excellence in teaching, clinical care, research, and service. Responsibilities include:

• Providing didactic and clinical instruction and mentoring to predoctoral and postdoctoral students in removable and fixed prosthodontics, implant dentistry, digital dentistry, and maxillofacial prosthodontics.
• Delivering comprehensive diagnosis, treatment planning, and prosthetic rehabilitation for patients with congenital or acquired craniofacial defects.
• Participating in interdisciplinary care with colleagues across UNC Health Care and the Health Sciences Schools (Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, and Pharmacy).
• Engaging in scholarly activities, including clinical or translational research, and contributing to the advancement of the field.
• Participating in continuing education, faculty development, and professional service at the local, national, or international level.

Opportunities Include

• Intramural practice through the UNC Dental Faculty Practice, with options for hospital privileges and practice in a hospital setting.
• Interdisciplinary research and clinical collaboration with UNCs world-class academic health center.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities, including digital dentistry technologies and advanced simulation labs.
• Continuing education and professional service.

We welcome applications from candidates who are passionate about advancing the field of maxillofacial prosthodontics through education, clinical care, and research.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• DDS/DMD or equivalent degree
• Certificate from a CODA-accredited post-graduate prosthodontics program
• Additional Training and Experience in Maxillofacial prosthodontics.
• Excellent clinical credentials and experience in dental implants
• Demonstrated teaching and scholarly activity
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics or Board Eligibility
• Experience in interdisciplinary care and collaborative research

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/309070

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Ibrahim Duqum, Department Chair Department Contact Telephone or Email duqumi@dentistry.unc.edu Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Certification/licenses
• Degree Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document 2
• Other Document 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest degree?
• PhD
• MD
• PharmD
• DDS
• DVM
• JD
• MLS/MIS
• Masters
• Other