Assistant/Associate Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Company: School of Dentistry
Location: Nashville
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Meharry Medical College is a global academic health sciences
center advancing health equity through innovative research,
transformative education, exceptional and compassionate health
services and policy-influencing thought leadership. True to its
legacy, Meharry empowers underserved populations to improve the
well-being of humankind. Meharry Medical College School of
Dentistry invites applications for full-time and part-time faculty
positions in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. We
are seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and experienced Oral Surgeons
to participate in predoctoral and postdoctoral education. The
candidate will contribute to clinical teaching, didactic
instruction, curriculum development, research and scholarly
activities. A strong commitment to academic excellence,
patient-centered care, and the advancement of oral health is
essential. The ideal candidate will: Demonstrate proficiency in
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Have strong instructional and
communication skills with experience in academic settings Be able
to work effectively with varied students, faculty, and patient
populations Be familiar with educational technology and electronic
health records Have experience with curriculum design and academic
program assistance Have published research and scholarly
contributions in the field of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Required Qualifications DDS or DMD from a U.S. or Canadian
accredited dental school. Clinical teaching experience at the
predoctoral or postdoctoral level. Licensed to practice dentistry
in the state of Tennessee or eligible to become licensed.
Certification in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from a US or
Canadian CODA-accredited postgraduate program. Preferred
Qualifications Board Certification or eligibility from the American
Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Interested candidates
should submit the following: Cover letter outlining qualifications
and interest. Curriculum Vitae. Names and contact information for
three professional references. Proof of licensure and
certifications. Submissions should be sent to
thomas.garrett@mmc.edu in the Office of the Dean, Meharry Medical
College School of Dentistry.
Keywords: School of Dentistry, Clarksville , Assistant/Associate Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Education / Teaching , Nashville, Tennessee
