Tufts University School of Dental Medicine seeks candidates for a full-time position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in the Department of Orthodontics. The position will encompass clinical and didactic teaching, mentoring pre- and post-doctoral students, as well as scholarly pursuits. Tufts University is committed to being viewed as an antiracist institution by every member of our community.  At TUSDM, we strive to create and maintain a climate that recognizes differences and commonalities, while understanding and engaging in intentional experiences that nurture acceptance of diverse ideological viewpoints, socio-economic status, racial/ethnic makeup, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, and equity. We have an ongoing commitment to hiring faculty and staff who represent and support our DEI values. We promote awareness and understanding of issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion through professional development programs for our students, faculty, and staff to drive antiracist attitudes, values, and behavior. 

Requirements include a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent and an advanced education certificate in Orthodontics from an ADA-accredited school.  Board certification by the American Board of Orthodontics is preferred as is research training (M.S. and/or Ph.D.) and an interest/experience in the clinical management of patients with Cleft Lip and Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies. An opportunity for extra-mural practice exists for qualified candidates. There is also an opportunity to pursue faculty DMD for qualified candidates after two years of initial appointment. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. 

A CV and Cover Letter are required for this application as well as at least 3 references submitted at the time of application.  Any quesstions about the position itself, please write to the Chair of Orthodontics, Dr. Shankar Rengasamy Venugopalan at shankar.rv@tufts.edu.  Any questions about the application process or Interfolio, please write to the Senior Faculty Affairs Officer John R. Tedesco, PhD at john.tedesco@tufts.edu.