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University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
Faculty Position, Dental Hygiene
The Dental Hygiene program is seeking applications for two full-time faculty positions. The successful incumbent will join a leading national Dental Hygiene Program and be part of a vibrant and strong Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry with a vision for change. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to play an active role in the development of Dental Hygiene Master’s and PhD level programs in support of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry’s goals to further its academic mission, to develop new research initiatives and to create opportunities for the achievement of excellence internationally.

The incumbent will split their time between teaching and mentoring students; doing research to enhance and further the academic goals of the Department; and related administrative duties within the Department of Dentistry and the Dental Hygiene program.

Key Accountabilities:

• Providing leadership in research and in the development of curriculum and services supporting a world-class program in Dental Hygiene;
• Close cooperation and partnership within the Dental Hygiene program, the School of Dentistry and within the Faculty;
• Promoting collaborative research across disciplines, building on strengths and utilizing the existing resources available at the University of Alberta and with external partners such as the Health Outcome Research Institute (currently being developed);
• A focus on didactic teaching methods, health outcomes and delivery research;
• Contributing actively to the development of the program’s academic structure and capacity in order to further amplify the academic reputation of the Dental Hygiene program at the University of Alberta;
• Supporting, contributing to and encouraging key initiatives such as the creation of Canada’s first Master’s level program in Dental Hygiene and the first Doctorate level Dental Hygiene program in the world; and
• Recruitment, supervision and mentorship of students and junior faculty at the University of Alberta.

It is important that the successful candidate possess the following attributes:

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Dental Hygiene; preference will be given to a Ph.D level Dental Hygienist;
• Demonstrated excellence in: didactic teaching; leading research initiatives; and developing and implementing academic program guidelines;
• Successful track record in gaining external research funding;
• An established investigator with experience on grant panels and as a scientific journal peer reviewer or editor;
• Visionary with demonstrated ability to participate as a cohesive, collaborative team member, focused on advancing the academic capacity of Dental Hygiene;
• Strong academic scholar with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships that bring a variety of disciplines and expertise together; and
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.

Dental Hygiene Program
The School of Dentistry offers a three year Diploma in Dental Hygiene and a four year Bachelor of Science (Dental Hygiene Specialization). During the fourth year of the Bachelor Program, students will learn the foundation of research; expand their knowledge in health promotion utilizing principles and theories of learning, health care organization theory and interdisciplinary ethics. The School also offers a Degree Completion program for students who have earned a Diploma in the field. The Dental Hygiene program enables students to acquire knowledge and develop skills so that they may assume positions of responsibility in private dental practice or community health care settings. The Dental Hygiene program has been approved by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada.

The School is creating a centre for excellence in the area of oral health delivery research which will work in conjunction with the Health Outcome Research Institute (HORI) in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry. The oral health delivery research group will include Endowed Dental Chairs for Clinical Research and Gerontology Research.

In alignment with the Faculty, the School of Dentistry is focused on building its overall research capacity with the goal of offering a world-class Dental Hygiene Program. The strategic plan for the School of Dentistry includes plans to develop MSc and PhD programs in Dental Hygiene, which will be the first programs of its kind to be offered in Canada. This presents an exciting opportunity for the right person to play a key role in shaping the future of Dental Hygiene.

The School of Dentistry:
The University of Alberta is committed to making the School of Dentistry a leader in quality dental education, research and innovation. Funded by a significant financial commitment by the Alberta Government’s Department of Advanced Education and Technology, Dentistry has identified key priorities and initiatives designed to meet or exceed all accreditation standards and to continue to serve the needs of Albertans for well educated, highly skilled oral health care providers.

In order to meet the increasing challenges of sustainability, rapidly advancing research and technological innovations, and accessibility of Alberta’s population to health care, three strategic pillars now form the basis for a plan for the future:

• Educational Excellence
• Research Excellence
• Increased Educational Opportunities

For additional information on the Department of Dentistry, please visit: www.dent.ualberta.ca

The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry strives for academic excellence and pursuit of their stated core purpose “to promote health through innovative leadership in research, education and service.” To achieve the core purpose and vision of the Faculty, the values of: scholarship; leadership; excellence in the context of social responsibility and accountability; honesty and integrity; people first; and collective success supporting individual excellence, are held in high regard.

The achievements of the Faculty are evident in all of its portfolios. The Faculty garners over 40% of the University’s overall research funding and employs many national and international awardees. Academically, the Faculty graduates medical students that rank first in the country on the licensing examination and has established several renowned clinical programs.

Since its beginning in 1913, Medicine at the University of Alberta has had a tradition of educating highly skilled practitioners. The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta is dedicated to providing learner-centered educational programs that meet the health-care needs of our communities by graduating qualified, compassionate and inquisitive practitioners and researchers accomplished in health-care delivery and scholarship. The Faculty is committed to serving patients and populations by providing a rich interdisciplinary environment of learning, practice, research and public service for all its students and faculty.

The size and complexity of the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is emphasized by the following numbers: 20+ Departments organized into eight virtual Schools; 25 Research Centres and Institutes; 12 Research Groups; seven national networks of Centres of Excellence; undergraduate programs in four areas (MD, DDS, DH, and MLS); 54 postgraduate residency programs; 19 graduate programs; 826 full-time faculty; 1,341 clinical faculty; 297 support staff funded from the operating budget; 739 trust-funded support staff; approximately 1,300 undergraduate students (including an intake in 2009 of 189 medical students, 36 dental students, 44 dental hygienist students and 32 medical laboratory science students); 491 graduate students; 772 residents; over 100 fellows in various programs; and three active Rhodes Scholars.

Research:
Under the leadership of Dean Philip Baker, the Faculty has placed a renewed emphasis on research programs and is actively recruiting to attract more of the best and brightest to further enhance their international reputation as a forerunner in the area of scientific inquiry and the dissemination of new knowledge.

The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta strives to be an international leader in generating, applying and disseminating new medical knowledge for the benefit of all. As such, research is given high priority and is fully integrated with teaching activities. University of Alberta researchers are among the most competitive in the country in terms of funding from the major federal granting councils and other sources. The Faculty's excellence in this area is amply demonstrated. In 2008-2009, it generated an estimated $190 million in research funding.

Researchers in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry explore every aspect of health and disease, from evidence-based orthodontics to pediatric pathology to changing public policy. Many of the research groups are recognized globally and lead the world in diabetes research with the development of the Edmonton protocol for the treatment of Type 1 diabetes. The Faculty is also in the forefront in several other areas, including membrane protein and structural biology, motor control and rehabilitation, transplantation, diabetes (including obesity) virology, biomedical engineering, cardiovascular biology, cancer studies, neuroscience, women and children’s health, and epidemiology. With support from major research institutions, other government organizations and charitable foundations, the Faculty has attracted many world-class investigators. Together, they have created a vibrant environment for basic and applied research covering a wide spectrum. The University’s scientists are highly sought after by research centres in North America, Europe and throughout the world.

For additional information on the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, please visit: www.med.ualberta.ca

The University of Alberta
Our client, the University of Alberta, is recognized as one of the premier teaching and learning institutions in Canada, as well as an incubator of creative research and groundbreaking discovery. The University of Alberta serves more than 37,000 students in 200 undergraduate programs and 170 graduate programs. As an organization, the University is moving “Dare to Discover: A Vision for a Great University” from words and ideas into decisive actions. Based on four cornerstones – Talented People; Learning, Discovery, and Citizenship; Connecting Communities; and Transformative Organization and Support – the University aspires to be one of the top 20 public universities in the world by the year 2020.

Mission: Within a vibrant and supportive learning environment, the University of Alberta discovers, disseminates and applies new knowledge through teaching and learning, research and creative activity, community involvement and partnerships.

The University of Alberta gives a national and international voice to innovation in the province of Alberta, taking a lead role in placing Canada at the global forefront. Internationally, the University of Alberta is considered one of the top research universities in the world and has 336 teaching and research agreements with governments and partner institutions in 50 countries. As an employer, the University of Alberta was named one of Alberta’s Top 50 Employers for 2010.

The University of Alberta has played a key role in building Canada’s most diverse and booming economy, and Edmontonians are proud their city is home to the University. In a July 2008 survey, 82 per cent of residents said the University of Alberta was “very important” to civic pride, nearly double the next closest institution.

The University of Alberta and the City of Edmonton have grown and prospered together over the last century and are poised to soar even higher in the next century. The University acts as a magnet drawing some of the world’s best students and researchers to this dynamic city of one million people situated on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River. Edmonton’s stellar public school system, fantastic recreational opportunities, and superior cultural institutions are a major draw. The rolling prairies around Edmonton flow into the majestic Rocky Mountains with all they have to offer, less than four hours to the west.

For additional information on the University of Alberta, please visit: www.ualberta.ca

The Compensation
An excellent compensation package awaits the successful candidate and will be based on the applicant’s qualifications, experience and achievements.

LOCATION
Edmonton, Alberta

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Carolynne Bruha at (780) 432-5490 Ext. 415 Kristen Doupe at (780) 432-5490 Ext. 429 CONROY ROSS PARTNERS LIMITED

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