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Title Clinical Assistant /Associate Professor - OMFS
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.
- 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.
-
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.
-
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.
Special Instructions
Contact Information
Contact Email
Reference Letter Information
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.
Position Information
Title Clinical Assistant /Associate Professor - OMFS
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.
- 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.
-
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.
-
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.
Special Instructions
Contact Information
Contact Email
Reference Letter Information
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.
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Does University of the Pacific sponsor H-1B visas for Instructional Assistants?
Yes, University of the Pacific sponsors H-1B visas for Instructional Assistant roles that qualify as specialty occupations, typically requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Sponsorship is handled through the university's HR and international office. Not every instructional position is designated as permanent, so it's worth confirming whether a specific role supports long-term sponsorship before accepting an offer.
How do I apply for Instructional Assistant jobs at University of the Pacific?
Applications go through University of the Pacific's official careers portal, where you'll submit a resume, cover letter, and academic credentials. Roles in professional schools like pharmacy or engineering may request a teaching or subject-area statement. You can also use Migrate Mate to browse current Instructional Assistant openings at Pacific that are open to visa sponsorship and apply directly from there.
Which visa types are commonly used for Instructional Assistant roles at University of the Pacific?
The most common visa categories for Instructional Assistants at Pacific are H-1B for specialty occupation roles, F-1 OPT or CPT for current students and recent graduates, and TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals with qualifying degrees. EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM is possible for longer-term hires, though it depends on the structure and funding of the specific position.
What qualifications does University of the Pacific expect for Instructional Assistant positions?
Most Instructional Assistant roles at Pacific require a bachelor's degree in the relevant subject area, with graduate-level study or teaching experience preferred for roles supporting upper-division or professional courses. Roles in the pharmacy or health sciences schools often expect familiarity with discipline-specific software or lab methods. Strong communication skills and prior tutoring or classroom support experience strengthen your application considerably.
How do I plan my timeline if I need visa sponsorship for an Instructional Assistant role at Pacific?
If you're on F-1 OPT, confirm your employment authorization start date against the role's intended start date and ensure the university completes E-Verify reporting within the required window. For H-1B sponsorship, the university must file the petition before your status expires, so begin conversations with HR at least three to four months before your anticipated start date to allow time for processing.
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