Director, Grad Program in Orthodontics

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Director, Graduate Program in Orthodontics and

Dentofacial Orthopedics Posting Number: 201104745 Employment Status:

Full Time Job Family: Faculty Position Overview Marquette University

School of Dentistry, Wisconsin's only dental school, seeks a thoughtful

and strategic leader to serve as Director of the Graduate Program in

Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. The program is entering a new

phase of maturity following recent efforts to strengthen curriculum,

operations, and alignment with Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA

) standards. The next Director will build on this strong

foundationensuring continued excellence, stability, and compliancewhile

advancing deliberate, evidence-based innovation in orthodontic education

and clinical training. This is a senior faculty leadership role for an

individual who can balance operational discipline with forward-looking

program development, and who is capable of leading meaningful change

without disrupting a well-functioning system. Duties and

Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Program Leadership and

Administration Provide overall leadership, direction, and accountability

for the orthodontic residency program Sustain and strengthen recent

improvements in program structure, operations, and CODA alignment

Oversee faculty assignments, mentoring, evaluation, and development

Manage program resources, including budgeting, staffing, and long-term

planning Foster a collaborative, stable, and high-performing culture

among faculty, residents, and staff Foster communication and continue

networking with the Wisconsin Society of Orthodontists (WSO ) Education

and Curriculum Lead the ongoing refinement of the didactic, clinical,

and simulation curriculum Ensure consistency, rigor, and excellence in

resident education and competency assessment Introduce curricular

innovation in a deliberate, outcomes-driven manner that builds on

existing strengths Evaluate and prioritize new educational initiatives

based on impact, feasibility, and alignment with accreditation standards

Clinical Oversight Ensure high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered

care within orthodontic clinics Supervise and support residents and

faculty in clinical education Strengthen clinical training relevance

while maintaining consistency and program integrity Scholarly Activity

and Research Maintain the program's strong culture of scholarship and

resident research Oversee successful completion of master's degree

requirements Support continued scholarly productivity among residents

and faculty Accreditation and Continuous Improvement Ensure full and

sustained compliance with CODA standards Lead program assessment,

outcomes tracking, and continuous quality improvement Prepare for and

manage accreditation processes and site visits Institutional Engagement

Collaborate with school leadership on strategic priorities and program

development Contribute to interdisciplinary education and institutional

initiatives Represent the program within the institution and in national

Professional Organizations Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities DDS /DMD or equivalent dental degree Completion of an accredited orthodontic

residency program American Board of Orthodontics (ABO ) certification,

or eligibility with certification expected within a defined timeframe

Eligibility for dental licensure in the State of Wisconsin Demonstrated

experience in teaching, clinical supervision, or academic leadership

Demonstrated ability to lead programmatic improvement or change within

an established academic or clinical environment Strong organizational,

Leadership, And Interpersonal Skills Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Advanced degree (MS, PhD, or equivalent) Prior experience in a

leadership role within a CODA -accredited residency program Record of

scholarly activity, including publications and/or funded research

Experience in curriculum development and innovation Demonstrated success

in faculty mentorship and development Experience managing program

operations, including budgeting and resource allocation Department:

Dental School Posting Date: 05/11/2026 Closing Date: To apply, visit

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