The School of Dental Medicine is currently recruiting part-time, fixed term teaching faculty at the title(s) of Clinical Instructor, Clinical Assistant Professor and Clinical Associate Professor for the following Departments for the current year; General Dentistry (Operative Dentistry, Prosthodontics, General Dentist, GPR and AEGD Residency Programs), Surgical Sciences (Periodontology, Endodontology, Oral Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Maxillofacial Surgery), Pediatric Dentistry, and Orthodontics to teach didactic, preclinical and clinical instruction to DMD students and residents at Ross Hall in Greenville, NC and Community Service Learning Centers located through out the State of North Carolina.
Minimum Education/Experience
DMD OR DDS or Equivalent OR licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
DMD OR DDS or Equivalent
NC Dental License
OR licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
License or Certification Required by the Department
Special Instructions to Applicant
Application screening begins on January 4, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. In order to apply, candidates must submit the following materials online:
1) Curriculum Vitae/Resume
2) Cover Letter
3) List of References
At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required.
Applicants must complete a candidate profile by creating an account (see “Create Account” by following the link ) online via the PeopleAdmin system (https://ecu.peopleadmin.com)
As part of the screening process, the references provided may be contacted.
2-3 original letters of reference are required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.
For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to:
Nancy Blackmon
Employee Support Services
ECU School of Dental Medicine
1851 MacGregor Downs Road
Greenville, NC 27834
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant
- In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
- Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
12/31/2026
Initial Screening Begins
01/04/2026
Rank Level
Not Applicable
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/90702
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East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or
ADA[email protected].
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
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[email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.
