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Clinical Assistant /Associate Professor

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Sacramento

3200 5th Avenue (Show on map)

Apr 03, 2026

Posting Details

Position Information

Title	Clinical Assistant /Associate Professor
Campus	Sacramento
Department	Dept. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Posting Number	F01061
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Open Date	04/02/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Days Per Week	4
Weeks Per Year	52

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions	Primary areas of responsibility include active participation in predoctoral teaching and patient care at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, Sacramento Campus. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff. EXEMPT Full-time; 4 days per week, 52 weeks per year. Teacher-clinician track position. Primary areas of responsibility include active participation in predoctoral teaching and patient care components of the program. 1.Predoctoral program Didactic, pre-clinical, and clinical teaching to dental students (lecture, block rotation, elective course) Supervise students providing clinical care of patients in the Sacramento clinic. Provide academic advisement and guidance to dental students. Participate in Personalized Instructional Programs and student research projects. 2.Patient care Provide emergency care to patients as needed Provide elective oral and maxillofacial surgery services that are beyond the scope of the predoctoral student program (eg. dental implants, wisdom teeth, sedation) to patients of the clinic. Provide elective and emergency oral and maxillofacial surgery services in Pacific Sacramento Ambulatory Surgery Center. Option to participate in faculty practice plan. 3.Service to the dental school and professional community through participation in committees, interprofessional programs, school-wide activities, and local & regional professional organizations.
Minimum Qualifications	Knowledge of: Curriculum management as it relates to oral and maxillofacial surgery Current, evidence-based clinical practice Ability to: Promote the dental school mission, vision, and core values Lead and function in an active change environment Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, residents, students in a variety of ways including: email, texts, one-on-one conversations, small meetings, large meetings, lectures, etc. Maintain professional composure and demeanor at all times Listen, follow, collaborate, negotiate, compromise, direct, delegate, refer, and think critically Experience: Minimum of 3 years of practice experience Education: DDS/DMD from an ADA-accredited school of dentistry or equivalent. Completion of an advanced education program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Current advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) certification. Licensed or licensure eligible in California. Working Conditions: Position requires coordination of a variety of responsible duties in stressful non-clinical and clinical situations Significant contact with staff/co-workers, students, residents, patients and their families, other employers, physicians, and their office staff, local hospital team members, and other members of the health care community
Preferred Qualifications	Knowledge of: Competency based education and assessment methodology Modern pedagogical concepts and application in health professions education Trends in oral health and oral health education Dental accreditation standards and processes Ability to: Inspire excellence and promote innovation Experience: Previous experience in an academic setting preferred. Previous experience in hospital and/or ambulatory surgery center is preferred. Licenses/Education: Board certification is highly desired. Distinguishing Characteristics: Behavior consistent with core values of the Dugoni School. Other: Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work performed is primarily general office/administrative/direct patient care with frequent use of computer keyboard and phone. Requires sitting, standing, bending, walking. Occasional lifting of up to 15lbs should be anticipated.
Hiring Range	$200,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
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Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?	Yes
Minimum Number of References	3
Maximum Number of References	4
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.