Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist University of Texas Health, San Antonio in its search for Chair, Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, School of Dentistry. 

For full consideration, please apply by September 4th.

This is a remarkable leadership opportunity to join one of the fastest growing universities in the US, at the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio). The next Chair for the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry joins a top, nationally recognized School of Dentistry with outstanding state-of-the-art facilities and advanced dental technology, offering an environment that supports the finest in multispecialty patient care and research. Solidly funded and well resourced, the School of Dentistry is uniquely situated among the 14 UT sister institutions on an expanding and growing campus with 10 new buildings. The rapidly growing research and clinical enterprises offer unlimited opportunities for innovative research and collaborations across campus with the other schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, Biomedical Sciences and Public Health. UT Health San Antonio has ranked 1st in Texas and 7th in the country for National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding with research efforts producing some of the most influential programs in modern dentistry.

The ideal candidate has an outstanding record of academic excellence, leadership and mentoring, and clinical expertise. Additionally, the next Chair has led in a matrixed environment with proven success in the administration of dental education, including growing academic programs, and operational and financial management of dental clinics.

This position reports to the Dean and is the academic administrative leader for the department. It is a full-time, tenure-track position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• DDS/DMD from a CODA accredited school or equivalent foreign training.
• Eligible for dental licensing in the state of Texas.
• Tenured or tenure eligible. 
• Administrative experience in dental education including leadership experience in operational and financial management.
• Experience operating dental clinics. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Track record of funded research and/or clinical outreach programs. 

About the Institution

Established in 1959, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (dba: UT Health San Antonio), one of six health institutions in The University of Texas System, is the major source of health professions education and life sciences research in South Texas and is a major center for patient care. UT Health San Antonio has six schools offering 59 professional, graduate and undergraduate degree and certificate programs across campuses in San Antonio and Laredo: the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine, the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, the School of Dentistry, the School of Nursing, the School of Health Professions and The University of Texas School of Public Health San Antonio. UT Health San Antonio has been ranked within multiple U.S. News & World Report Best Grad Schools categories (click here for list of rankings).

School of Dentistry, Department of Comprehensive Dentistry

Founded in 1970, the School of Dentistry graduated its first class of 14 members in 1974 and has since risen to a level of national and international distinction.  Today, the school offers 18 degrees and programs with extensive clinical experience including a highly regarded D.D.S. program, bachelor’s and online master’s options in dental hygiene and postgraduate certificates in most dental specialties and international dental programs. The School of Dentistry consistently ranks at the top of all schools of dentistry in the country and is currently ranked 7th in the country for National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding among 48 public and private dental schools, according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Biomedical Research, an independent nonprofit organization. In addition, the school received $11,258,229 in federal funding from the NIH in 2022, which contributed to its nearly $35 million in total research grants awarded during that fiscal year.

The largest of the five departments in the School of Dentistry, the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry has more than 150 faculty and staff committed to teaching, research, and service. The Department of Comprehensive Dentistry is composed of the divisions of general dentistry, prosthodontics, dental diagnostic sciences, and dental public health. In addition to participating in the teaching of the DDS program, the department administers several advanced education programs: AEGD, prosthodontics, oral and maxillofacial radiology and dental public health. The department also has a strong and diverse record of research in biological, biomaterial and clinical sciences. Outstanding clinical facilities exist in its Center for Oral Health Care and Research, which offers an environment that supports the finest in multispecialty patient care and research.  

Living in the Area

San Antonio is the seventh-largest city in the United States and the second-largest city in Texas, with a population of more than 1.4 million. Located in south-central Texas, the city is the seat of Bexar County and is 1.5 hours southwest of Austin. San Antonio has a rich cultural heritage, influenced by its Spanish and Mexican roots. The city is home to the famous River Walk, a network of walkways along the banks of the San Antonio River lined with restaurants and connecting several historical sites including the Alamo.  San Antonio hosts numerous festivals and events that celebrate its diverse history and vibrant arts scene and has numerous parks, museums and educational opportunities making it an appealing city to live and visit.

San Antonio is known for its affordability with its relatively low cost of living compared to other major U.S. cities. The cost of living in San Antonio is almost 9% lower than the national average and housing is ~25% less expensive. The primary industries in San Antonio are healthcare and military. The presence of several military bases, including Joint Base San Antonio, contributes significantly to the local economy and provides job opportunities.


To Apply 

For full consideration, please apply by September 4th.

Please apply through the application link and do not email applications. 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. Ideally cover letters should not exceed two pages. All applications are treated confidentially.

Inquiries, referrals, and nominations are also treated confidentially.

Inquiries and questions: Please send to UTDentistryChair@acesrch.com.
Nominations and referrals: Please send the nominee’s name, title, and contact information if available to nominations@acesrch.com.

Institution’s EEO Statement
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.  It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.