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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 Professors?
Yes, University of the Pacific sponsors H-1B visas for Professor roles. Faculty positions typically meet the specialty occupation standard because they require a doctorate or equivalent in a specific academic field. The university's HR office manages the USCIS petition process, and sponsorship is generally initiated after a formal offer is extended and accepted.
Which visa types are commonly used for Professor roles at University of the Pacific?
H-1B is the most common nonimmigrant visa for Professors. TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals whose field appears on the USMCA professional list. F-1 OPT and CPT are used by doctoral candidates in adjunct or visiting roles. For permanent residency, the EB-2 and EB-3 categories are the standard pathways, often initiated after a year or more of employment.
What qualifications are expected for Professor positions at University of the Pacific?
Most tenure-track and full Professor roles require a terminal degree in the relevant discipline, which is typically a Ph.D., J.D., M.D., or equivalent. Teaching experience, a research or publication record, and demonstrated expertise in your specialty area are standard expectations. Professional licensure may also be required for clinical or professional program faculty, particularly in the health sciences.
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If you're starting on H-1B, your employer must file the I-129 petition with USCIS at least several months before your intended start date, with cap-subject filings subject to the April 1 filing window and October 1 start dates. TN status can be obtained at the border or port of entry and moves faster. For any pathway, align your offer acceptance timing with HR early to avoid gaps in work authorization.
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