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The Dental Hygiene program provides a collaborative learning environment in state-of-the-art facilities, exclusively utilizing digital media for radiographs, clinical technologies, and electronic health records. We are renowned for our robust community outreach courses, international travel providing dental care to impoverished countries, and for our exceptionally prepared graduates. Oregon Tech offers both tenure-track and non-tenure track employment options that include opportunities for creative work within the college and with industry partners. The university offers excellent mentorship opportunities for both new and experienced faculty through Excellence in Teaching sponsored by Oregon Tech’s Commission on College Teaching (CCT). The dental hygiene program embraces opportunities for inter-professional collaboration between disciplines and is a shining example of the university motto, “Hands on education for real world achievement.” The program offers a bachelor’s degree in two physical locations: the main campus in Klamath Falls, OR and an off-site location in Salem, OR. Also offered is an online degree completion program for professional dental hygienists looking for the flexibility and opportunity to expand their education.
For more information, visit: http://www.oit.edu/dental-hygiene.
Position Summary
Oregon Tech invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Dental Hygiene department.
This position is for the main campus in sunny Klamath Falls, Oregon located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains in southern Oregon. Klamath Falls is widely recognized for its remarkable mountain and lake scenery, including Crater Lake National Park and year-round outdoor recreation opportunities.
This is an 11-month, tenure track position. Rank will be determined based on experience. The major duties of the position are teaching in-person and online; advising students; developing and participating in applied research; contributing to department goals and objectives; and collaboration on CODA accreditation and curriculum review activities. Teaching assignments will primarily include didactic, preclinical, clinical and laboratory teaching for the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene degree.
As a tenure track faculty member, expectations include collaboration with others, pursuing professional development, establishing and participating in applied research and scholarly opportunities, engaging in community outreach and service-learning projects, and taking part in departmental and university service. This position may eventually offer the potential for leadership and advancement within the department for the right candidate. Oregon Tech offers opportunities for collaboration and teaching methodology/pedagogy training through the Commission on College Teaching, embraces interprofessional collaborations and professional development within the university.
The anticipated start date is September 16, 2024, with potential opportunities for an earlier start, based on the successful candidate’s availability. Oregon Tech offers a very generous benefits package in addition to a competitive teaching salary commensurate with experience.
Oregon Tech values its diverse faculty, staff, and students fostering a healthy, inclusive, and positive learning environment. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
This position is for the main campus in sunny Klamath Falls, Oregon located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains in southern Oregon. Klamath Falls is widely recognized for its remarkable mountain and lake scenery, including Crater Lake National Park and year-round outdoor recreation opportunities.
This is an 11-month, tenure track position. Rank will be determined based on experience. The major duties of the position are teaching in-person and online; advising students; developing and participating in applied research; contributing to department goals and objectives; and collaboration on CODA accreditation and curriculum review activities. Teaching assignments will primarily include didactic, preclinical, clinical and laboratory teaching for the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene degree.
As a tenure track faculty member, expectations include collaboration with others, pursuing professional development, establishing and participating in applied research and scholarly opportunities, engaging in community outreach and service-learning projects, and taking part in departmental and university service. This position may eventually offer the potential for leadership and advancement within the department for the right candidate. Oregon Tech offers opportunities for collaboration and teaching methodology/pedagogy training through the Commission on College Teaching, embraces interprofessional collaborations and professional development within the university.
The anticipated start date is September 16, 2024, with potential opportunities for an earlier start, based on the successful candidate’s availability. Oregon Tech offers a very generous benefits package in addition to a competitive teaching salary commensurate with experience.
Oregon Tech values its diverse faculty, staff, and students fostering a healthy, inclusive, and positive learning environment. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Minimum Requirements
Additional Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from a CODA accredited program
- Master’s degree in dental hygiene, education, public health, allied health, or related field
- Current license as a dental hygienist and ability to acquire OR licensure, local anesthesia and nitrous oxide permits
- Teaching experience
- Experience with mixed teaching modalities
Preferred Qualifications
- Five+ years experience teaching didactic and clinical dental hygiene
- Previous administrative leadership experience in higher education including responsibility/experience with accreditation reporting
- Doctoral degree in related field
- Restorative endorsement for Oregon
- Eligible for Expanded Practice Dental Hygiene Permit in Oregon
- ADHA membership
