General Dentistry – Assistant Professor (Limited Term)

Appointment Type and Rank:	Limited Term faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor
Number of Positions:	1
Posting Date:
Closing Date to Apply:	Review of applications will begin after December 1, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Anticipated Start Date:	March 1, 2027, or as negotiated with the successful applicant

Position Profile: The successful candidate will be appointed to a Full-time Limited Term faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor for a period of up to three years. The successful candidate will have a 50% reduced workload.

Academic and/or Clinical Expectations: Successful candidates should possess a demonstrated aptitude for leadership as well as teaching and clinical mentoring of junior colleagues, students, or residents in community dental practice. Candidates must have excellent oral and written communication skills in the English language and must be willing to work in a collaborative manner in both teaching and administration. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The opportunity for private practice is afforded by the provision of a consulting privilege of one day per week (prorated to the 50% reduced workload).

Qualifications or Experience and Skills Required: Candidates must possess a DDS/DMD degree (or equivalent) and have at least five years of experience in clinical practice. In addition to clinical, preclinical, and didactic teaching, it is expected that the candidate will

participate in curriculum design renewal, monitoring of student clinical progression and participation in faculty calibration and development. Candidates must hold or be eligible to

hold a General or Specialty Certificate of Registration with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO).

Compensation Details: The annual salary for this will be $65,000 - $90,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package. Further details can be accessed at: http://www.uwo.ca/hr/benefits/your_benefits/faculty.html.

Affirmation Policy Statement: Western, like many postsecondary institutions in Canada, is moving beyond sole reliance upon Indigenous self-identification in its hiring processes. This is to safeguard against the use of incorrect, incomplete, or misleading information in circumstances in which a candidate has made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership. Candidates who are invited for an interview or who are short-listed, and who have made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership for material advantage at Western, including where required or preferred for the position, will be asked to have their declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership affirmed through a relational accountability process, led by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives (OII), that is consistent with Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing. Please contact the OII directly for details on the affirmation processes: https://indigenous.uwo.ca/. The policy can be viewed at: POLICY 1.58 - Affirming Declarations of Indigenous Citizenship or Membership at Western University. 

The School: At Schulich Dentistry, we prepare qualified graduates to provide dental care as well as generate knowledge through research and other scholarly activities. We also provide oral health care to the public through our on-site clinics and community outreach programs. The dental school has full-time faculty members and cross and jointly appointed faculty members from basic and clinical departments and at various research institutes in London, Ontario.

The Faculty: The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry is committed to providing excellent undergraduate and graduate education in the field of biomedical sciences, medicine and dentistry. Several components of the undergraduate curriculum in several of the School’s programs will continue to be modernized and/or expanded in the coming years, introducing novel interdisciplinary and experiential opportunities for students and providing excellent opportunities to engage in scholarly activities accompanying the introduction of new curricula in various programs.

The University: With annual research funding exceeding $300 million, and an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering

competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities, and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses.

The City: With a full-time enrolment of 32,000, Western University graduates students from a full range of academic and professional programs. The University campus is in London, a city of 404,000, located midway between Toronto and Detroit. With parks, tree-lined streets and bicycle trails, London is known as the “Forest City”. London boasts an international airport, galleries, theatre, music, and sporting events. See www.ledc.com/why-london to learn more. For further information, please see: www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry and www.london.ca. Western’s Recruitment and Retention Office is available to assist in the transition of successful applicants and their families.

To Apply:Applicants must complete the “Application for Full-Time Faculty Position” form at (www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/pdf/full-time-application-form.pdf) and submit this form along with the following: (1) cover letter, (2) detailed curriculum vitae, (3) a one-page teaching statement that describes their teaching experience and philosophy, and (4) the names and contact information of three references to:

Carlos Quiñonez, DMD, MSc, PhD, FRCD(C)

Vice Dean and Director of Dentistry

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry

Western University

1151 Richmond St. N.

Dental Sciences Building, Room 1003

London, Ontario N6A 5C1

Applications can also be emailed to s.dentistry.recruitment@schulich.uwo.ca.

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the policies and protocols of the applicable affiliated institutions.

Existing Vacancy Disclosure Statement: This position is an existing vacancy.

Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communications skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact please contact Devin Hutchinson, william.hutchinson@schulich.uwo.ca or 519-661-2111 Ext. 82823

Posting Number:   SCH-DENT-2026-089