Assistant professor in pediatric dentistry

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Assistant professor in pediatric dentistry

Department of Santé buccale, Faculty of Dental Medicine

The Department of Santé buccale of the Université de Montréal is searching for a full -time assistant

professor in pediatric dentistry with a strong interest (or background) in research.

As a professor, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the excellence of the Faculty of

Dental Medicine…

…through your teaching and your research activities. You will also ensure the visibility of your discipline

as well as actively participate in the operation of a renowned institution. As such, you will responsible for:

Didactic, pre-clinical and clinical teaching in the postgraduate pediatric dentistry program mainly

at Ste-Justine Children’s Hospital (CHU Ste-Justine) and possibly as well in the undergraduate

dental school;

Participating in research in pediatric dentistry and its related fields;

Directing research projects of students enrolled in the graduate pediatric dentistry program;

Contributing to research in the field of pediatric dentistry;

Contributing to the functioning of the Faculty of Dental Medicine and to the overall excellence of

the Université de Montréal;

Enhancing the University’s reputation by sharing your scholarly work with the scientific community

and with society at large.

The requirements to succeed in this role are:
Holder of a Masters (M.Sc.) in pediatric dentistry or having equivalent training, or in the process

of obtaining a Masters (M.Sc.) in pediatric dentistry or equivalent training; having a PhD will be

considered an asset. It is important to note that should the Masters not be obtained prior to the

starting date of employment, the applicant will assume the position of Lecturer instead of

Assistant Professor for a maximum period of up to one year

Holder of, or able to obtain, a permit to practice dentistry from the Order of Dentists of Quebec;

Holder of, or eligible to obtain certification in pediatric dentistry from the Royal College of

Surgeon Dentists of Canada or the National Dental Examining Board of Canada or equivalent

body;

Having an interest in multidisciplinary and complex pediatric dentistry treatment (cleft lip and

palate, cranio-facial deformities and other pathological syndromes);with this in mind, professional

collaboration with CHU Ste-Justine is strongly encouraged;

Having a good knowledge of teaching and motivational techniques;

Collaborations with recognized teams in clinical and/or basic research projects are actively

encouraged;

An adequate knowledge of the French written and spoken language or a strong commitment to

mastering the proficiency level required, in accordance to Université de Montréal’s Language

Policy. An institutional learning support program is offered to all professors wishing to learn

French or improve their communication skills.

How to submit your application

We invite you to submit a letter outlining your interests and career goals, your curriculum vitae, a copy of

your diplomas, and two letters of recommendation:
Mr. Jack Turkewicz

Faculty of Dental Medicine/Department of Santé buccale

Université de Montréal

C.P.6128, Succursale Centre-ville

Montreal (Quebec) H3C 3J7

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.medent.umontreal.ca/fr/

Additional information about the position

Reference number FMD_03-21/4_2

Application deadline May 21st, 2021

Salary Université de Montréal offers competitive salaries and a full range

of benefits

Starting date As of or after July 1st, 2021

Université de Montréal is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. Through its Equal Access Employment Program,

UdeM invites applications from women, Aboriginal people, visible and ethnic minorities, as well as persons with disabilities. We

will –confidentially – adapt our recruitment mechanisms to the specific needs of people with disabilities who request it. We also

welcome applications from candidates of all orientations and sexual identities. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply;

however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.

Université de Montréal’s application process allows all members of the Professor’s Assembly to review the application files

submitted. If you wish to keep your application confidential until the shortlist is established, please mention it in your application.