Lecturer of Dental Health

Lecturer of Dental Health

Statement of Job:

The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Lecturer of Dental Health located on the UMA Bangor Campus. This position is a nine-month academic year appointment starting on September 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027, and may be renewed annually until earning just-cause status after 6 years.

The major duties for this appointment include but are not limited to teaching and advising students. Teaching assignments may include didactic, preclinical, clinical, and laboratory courses in the Dental Hygiene Program. UMA faculty are expected to be: 

• Excellent teachers
• Responsive to changing professional needs
• Committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning
• Committed to effective use of technology
• The successful candidate will be active in university service through student advising, curriculum development, and community outreach.

About the University

UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs.

UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:  

• Bachelor's degree in Health, Education, or a related field
• Maine RDH License in good standing and Maine Local Anesthesia Authority must be documented by the date of hire
• Minimum of two years of recent clinical experience 
• Previous successful teaching experience in higher education preferably in dental hygiene 
• Ability to travel statewide as needed (license and ability to provide transportation) 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Master's degree or matriculated in a Master's degree program in Health, Education, or a related field
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
• Previous successful teaching experience in higher education specifically in dental hygiene radiology and dental preclinical lab courses 
• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Docs, One Drive, and with electronic dental records software (e.g. Fuse, Eaglesoft, Dentrix, etc.)
• Active engagement in professional development, service, and professional associations

Salary: A typical salary for this academic year appointments falls in the low to mid 50s and is commensurate with qualifications and experience and will take into consideration the salary of current UMS employees for transfer.   

Benefits: UMA offers a wide range of benefits, including tuition benefits for employees and dependents, comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability as well as retirement plan options. The University of Maine System is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Application Process

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below: 

• A cover letter that fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications 
• A resume/curriculum vitae
• Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.  One of the references must be a recent supervisor.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after 3/26/26 will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening. 

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gende