Associate Dean for Research, College of Dentistry

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Job Title

Associate Dean for Research, College of Dentistry

Department

Dentistry | College Administration

Mission Statement

The College of Dentistry at Ohio State University is passionately committed to meeting the evolving oral health care needs of communities both locally and around the world. At the heart of their mission is the provision of comprehensive oral and craniofacial health care, delivered within a collaborative interprofessional health science community. This approach ensures that patients receive integrated and holistic care tailored to their needs. The college is equally dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare through its education programs, which are designed to train healthcare professionals and scientists in a collaborative and diverse academic environment. By fostering a rich learning atmosphere, they equip students and researchers with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel. Central to their mission is the creation and dissemination of knowledge, as the college continually strives to advance the field of dentistry and enhance patient care. They also emphasize the preparation of socially responsible and engaged citizens, ensuring that their graduates are well-prepared to contribute positively to society. Finally, the college is devoted to cultivating a culture of excellence, respect, and inclusiveness, fostering a supportive and enriching environment for all members of their community.

Talent Culture and Inclusive Engagement

At the College of Dentistry, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusive excellence by actively partnering with staff, faculty, and students. Our daily practices and programs reflect the shared values of Ohio State University, and we are dedicated to recruitment, retention, and success initiatives that support these principles. As Ohio's premier land-grant institution and the state's only state-supported dental school, our responsibilities span across the entire state, aligning with our mission of teaching, research, and engagement. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace enhances productivity and fosters a sense of belonging among students, faculty, and staff. Our diverse community brings a wealth of unique experiences and perspectives, offering invaluable opportunities for growth and learning. By embracing and valuing these differences, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to the best possible services for our community.

Executive Summary

The College of Dentistry at Ohio State University seeks an Associate Dean for Research (ADR) to provide leadership for the College’s research program. The ADR is the College’s chief research officer and reports to the Dean of the College of Dentistry. Responsibilities include all aspects of the research enterprise across the college’s ten divisions, including strategy and operations for the overall research program and research resources administration. The ADR works collaboratively with faculty, division chairs, and staff to foster interdisciplinary, collaborative research among divisions, with other colleges at Ohio State, and with external partners. The ADR will be a tenured member of the faculty with an appointment in an appropriate division. The position includes a state-supported salary and start-up package.

Performance Objectives

• Develop and implement a compelling research vision and focus
• Provide leadership and managerial skills for the existing program
• Respond to new research opportunities
• Establish institutional research priorities
• Develop policies related to research administration
• Create and implement grants management systems
• Coordinate and assist with research-based post-graduate programs, residencies, fellowships, and student research programs
  
  

Responsibilities

The Associate Dean for Research will oversee the operational management of the research lab and core space for the College of Dentistry, ensuring that research structures align with compliance and regulatory requirements. This role involves leading the college’s growth by advocating within national and international societies, forums, and committees while providing inspirational leadership to motivate faculty and foster a positive, accountable culture. In collaboration with leadership, the Associate Dean will develop non-financial rewards to encourage excellence in the research mission. Additionally, the role requires integrating and supporting Ohio State’s efforts to create an accessible platform of research resources, leveraging grants to enhance the College of Dentistry’s success, and advancing clinical translational research.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Candidates must have a doctoral degree and a well-established research program with a history of sustained research funding, along with credentials that would support appointment at the level of professor.

Desired Qualifications

Desired qualifications include a research program with relevance to the craniofacial complex or oral diseases and conditions. Clinician scientists are encouraged to apply.

About The College Of Dentistry

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is the fourth largest public dental school in the United States, and it is the only public dental school in Ohio. The college is divided into ten divisions with the major ADA-recognized dental specialties, biosciences and dental hygiene represented. The College has approximately 600 students in its undergraduate, predoctoral, advanced education, and graduate programs.

The College is located on a corridor with the Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Optometry, Public Health, and the life sciences departments within the College of Arts and Sciences. Comprehensive core facilities are a short walk away, and opportunities for collaboration abound. The resources of the NIH-funded OSU Center for Clinical and Translational Science are available to the College, and an NIH-funded T-32 supports training for students and post-doctoral fellows. Individual research projects include basic, clinical, and translational programs.

The Ohio State University

Founded in 1870 as a land-grant university, The Ohio State University is one of the nation’s top-20 public institutions and a leader in higher education, with annual research expenditures exceeding $1 billion. Located in Columbus, Ohio—the nation’s 14th most populous and fastest-growing city—Ohio State serves over 67,700 students across its main campus and regional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, and Newark, as well as the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

Ohio State's impact is felt not only regionally but also nationally and globally. The university boasts 600,000 living alumni worldwide and an endowment of over $7.0 billion. Committed to being the model 21st-century land-grant university, Ohio State enables individuals from diverse backgrounds to achieve extraordinary success.

The institution's vast intellectual range is supported by 15 academic colleges, all located on the Columbus campus, fostering opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Ohio State’s Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers, recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. The university offers eligible employees comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, tuition assistance for themselves and their dependents, and competitive retirement options. The institution is also dedicated to enhancing work-life balance through a suite of institutionalized policies.

Ohio State’s Shared Values—Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect—shape a dynamic community where opportunity thrives. The university welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression. As an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), Ohio State is committed to recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber. Ohio State provides new and prospective faculty members and their families the resources and support needed as they make the significant professional and personal decision to join The Ohio State University. View more information on the Dual Career Office by clicking here.

Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the heart of a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The city offers affordable housing, numerous cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a robust economy driven by government, service, transportation, and technology industries. This rapidly growing city is not only a hub for high-tech companies but also a center for education, healthcare, and the arts.

Despite its size, Ohio State excels in scaling innovation in teaching and learning, driven by strategic planning efforts focused on achieving institutional success through multidisciplinary and cross-university collaboration. The university’s ambition is matched by its commitment to inclusive excellence, exposing students to a vast array of ideas, experiences, and cultures. At Ohio State, individuals are empowered to transform themselves and their world, contributing to a legacy that shapes a better tomorrow.

Columbus, Ohio

Columbus is one of the fastest-growing major metropolitan areas in the country, with a vibrant blend of arts and culture; inspired culinary, fashion, music, and entertainment scenes; exciting collegiate and professional sports; and an open, entrepreneurial spirit. Its diverse population — 109 languages are represented — makes Columbus a microcosm of America.

Ohio’s state capital is the 14th largest city in the U.S. and second largest in the Midwest behind Chicago, larger than Charlotte, Seattle, Denver, Boston, Nashville, and Baltimore. The population of the greater Columbus metropolitan area is more than two million. At the same time, the cost of living in Columbus is 10 percent below the national average.

Intelligent Community Forum named Columbus one of the seven most intelligent communities in the world. The city has more PhDs than the national average and the largest concentration in the Midwest, there are 56 college and university campuses within the Columbus region.

Columbus is within 550 miles of nearly half the nation’s population. John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 10 minutes from downtown, offers more than 150 daily nonstop departures to 35 airports. During the work week, the average Columbus commute is just 23.3 minutes and can be significantly less. Learn more about Columbus.

Required Qualifications

How to Apply

Candidates must have a doctoral degree and a well-established research program with a history of sustained research funding, and credentials that would support appointment at the level of professor.

Please visit Associate Dean for Research to find out more and apply online for job opening R107851.

Applicants Should Submit The Following

• An up-to-date and detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
• A letter of interest that includes:
• Your interest in the Associate Dean for Research position.
• How your experience makes you a strong candidate for the role.
• Why this is the right time for you to pursue this opportunity.
  
  

All inquiries and nominations should be submitted to Shannon Rice Rice.724@osu.edu and Allison Thomas at Thomas.3748@osu.edu.

The desired start date for this position is February 1, 2025.

Additional Information

Location:

Postle Hall (0024)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

First Shift

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