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Position Type: Faculty
Faculty Track: Clinical
Position Title: Clinical Assistant/Associate/Professor, Public Health, & Research Coordinator, College of Dental Medicine
Employment Status: Full Time
Months: 12
Campus: Portland, ME
Description
The University of New England College of Dental Medicine (UNE CDM) invites applications for an Assistant Clinical Professor/Associate Clinical Professor/Clinical Professor in Public Health and Research Coordinator. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month non-tenure, clinical track position with an administrative appointment. Located on UNE’s Portland Campus for the Health Sciences, UNE CDM is the only dental school in a region where access to quality oral healthcare is a persistent challenge, especially in rural areas. Grounded in our mission to “improve the health of Northern New England as well as rural and underserved areas while shaping the future of dentistry through excellence in education, discovery, and service,” our college continues to mature into one of the most innovative and exciting dental education programs available. UNE CDM with its dedicated and talented faculty and professional staff, exemplifies an environment of learning and discovery that is creative, humanistic, promotes professionalism, and cultivates diversity. The College maintains a strong commitment to providing excellent education and oral health care in a patient-centered, comprehensive care clinical learning environment. UNE is a great place to work and we offer a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their dependents. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits for both employees and dependent children. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.
Responsibilities
The Research Coordinator for the College of Dental Medicine will oversee research activities within the college and will serve as the liaison to UNE’s Office of Research and Scholarship. The Research Coordinator will also be responsible for identifying research opportunities for faculty members and exploring funding mechanisms to support research initiatives to grow the research program at UNE CDM. The Research Coordinator will report to the Dean of the College of Dental Medicine. Core responsibilities as a Public Health faculty member will include didactic, pre-clinical, and clinical instruction and curriculum development in the general dentistry and public health disciplines; mentoring pre-doctoral students; faculty oversight during off-campus student service learning and community outreach activities; after-hours emergency call coverage (by rotation); and participation in college, university, and community service. The faculty member will serve in the Department of Preventative, Pediatric, & Community Dentistry. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interviews of qualified candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must possess a D.D.S./D.M.D. degree, or international equivalent and have successfully completed the NBDE Parts I & II or the INBDE. By the position start date, the candidate must have completed public health training at the master or doctorate level and must have active Maine Board of Dental Practice licensure (full). Completion of a CODA-accredited graduate program in Dental Public Health and Board Certification, or eligibility for Board Certification, as a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Public Health is preferred, but not required. The successful candidate for the Research Coordinator role will have demonstrated accomplishments in research and scholarship. A track record of research funding is preferred. The candidate must demonstrate the skills necessary to successfully lead a research program including strong communication skills and experience collaborating with colleagues to develop research initiatives.
EEO Statement
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement
(PLEASE NOTE) Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity and be medically cleared, fit tested, and trained on proper respirator (N95, Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)) use.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number: 2022F0142P
Open Date: 07/18/2024
Close Date: Open Until Filled
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How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Public Health
Target academic positions at schools of public health
Faculty and research positions at universities are H-1B cap-exempt, requiring no lottery. CEPH-accredited schools of public health - including Columbia Mailman, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg, and Emory Rollins - regularly hire international researchers and faculty. These roles also provide access to NIH-funded research that builds your publication record.
Focus on biostatistics or data science within public health
Biostatisticians and public health data scientists combine epidemiological knowledge with advanced statistical programming skills, making them difficult to replace. These roles are more likely to have STEM-eligible CIP codes for OPT purposes and command higher salaries that support stronger H-1B petitions. Proficiency in SAS, R, and Python is essential.
Apply to global health organizations with U.S. offices
Organizations like PATH, FHI 360, JSI, and the Clinton Health Access Initiative operate globally but maintain U.S. headquarters that hire public health professionals. Your international perspective and language skills may be particularly valued for programs operating in your home region. These nonprofits are accustomed to employing international staff.
Explore health consulting firms as a private-sector path
Firms like McKinsey (healthcare practice), Guidehouse, Avalere Health, and Mathematica hire public health professionals for policy analysis and program evaluation. Private-sector employers often have more flexibility and willingness to sponsor than government agencies. Consulting experience can also lead to opportunities at multilateral organizations later.
Build expertise in emergency preparedness or infectious disease
Post-pandemic investment in public health infrastructure has created sustained demand for professionals with expertise in outbreak response, surveillance systems, and emergency preparedness. State and local health departments - many of which can sponsor visas - are expanding these teams. Specialized training in these areas makes you a strong candidate for positions that are hard to fill domestically.
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Can public health professionals get H-1B visa sponsorship?
Yes. Public health roles that require a master's degree (MPH, MSPH, or DrPH) qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes. Positions in epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy analysis, and program evaluation at hospitals, nonprofits, and consulting firms are commonly sponsored. However, many federal government positions at agencies like the CDC require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, so focus on academic, nonprofit, and private-sector employers.
Is public health eligible for STEM OPT?
Some public health concentrations qualify for STEM OPT depending on the program's CIP code. Biostatistics, epidemiology, and environmental health programs are often classified under STEM-eligible codes. Health policy and community health education programs typically are not. Check your specific program's CIP code with your university to confirm eligibility.
Are there public health roles at government agencies open to visa holders?
Most federal positions at agencies like the CDC and HHS require U.S. citizenship, but there are exceptions. Contractor positions supporting federal agencies, ORISE (Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education) research fellowships, and state or local health department roles may be open to visa holders. Academic positions at CEPH-accredited schools of public health are another strong option, as universities can file cap-exempt H-1B petitions.
What certifications are valuable for public health careers and visa petitions?
The Certified in Public Health (CPH) credential from the National Board of Public Health Examiners demonstrates foundational competency across all public health disciplines. For epidemiologists, the Certified Epidemiologist credential adds specialized value. SAS, R, or Python certifications for biostatistics roles, and PMP certification for program management roles, also strengthen both your resume and your visa petition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Public Health jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a public health in New York will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.
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