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Why the American University of Iraq—Baghdad?

Reminiscent of the days when Baghdad was a thriving capital of the Muslim world and a mecca for education, the new American University of Iraq—Baghdad (AUIB) will open its doors in January 2021. It started as the dream of prominent figures in American and Iraqi business, industry, and government. They wanted to see a top-notch university established in the city. With a great library, palatial college buildings and student centers, state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, and athletic facilities, AUIB will be a beautiful campus, attracting students, faculty, and staff from throughout the world.  We invite you to join us in this exciting new venture.

The College of Dentistry at the American University of Iraq Baghdad (AUIB) is pleased to invite qualified applicants for a full-time faculty position.

The faculty member's duties will include didactic and clinical instruction of students and residents, scholarly activities, and service. Participation in the faculty practice is also expected.  Candidates with teaching experience are preferred, and those with scholarly and research interests are encouraged.

With the potential for academic promotion based on demonstrated, continuous excellence in teaching, research, clinical care, and community service, this is an open-ranking position that could be classified as an Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor depending on experience.

Core Responsibilities:

• Teach pre-clinical/clinical courses in Dentistry, including serving as a course director
• Assist in developing and teaching the curriculum of the College.
• Assist in developing and teaching continuing education and post-graduate programs to develop the advanced skills of practicing dentists.
• Apply a coherent teaching and learning strategy in the College.
• Assist in preparing and managing the annual budget of the College.
• Develop a research program in the College.
• Contribute to the college's practice and training facilities and support an environment that facilitates research and scholarly activity

Strategic Objectives that the Candidate Needs to Meet

We seek individuals with excellent communication and leadership skills to contribute to all aspects of our educational programs, our clinical practice, and the research impact of our institution.

Core skills that a successful candidate will have are:

• Ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate a broad range of rules and regulations to exercise good judgment in applying them to dental medicine.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, including public speaking.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees throughout the institution.
• Thorough knowledge of current management and leadership methods and best practices.
• Knowledge of professional standards, concepts, and practices related to supervision.
• Ability to take the initiative with daily work activities and collaborate to affect team performance positively.
• The ideal candidate for this position will be a detail-oriented, dedicated, and professional individual.

Required Experience, Skills, and Educational Requirements:

• DDS, DMD, Ph.D., or highest professional qualification in dentistry, and graduate from an accredited dental school.
• Evidence of academic and research activities in the field.
• Demonstrated success in enhancing and advancing patient care, education, and research programs.
• Demonstrated success in securing private, corporate, and/or governmental support to advance the university's mission.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to listen and understand the needs of faculty, staff, and students; and the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external constituents.
• Solid understanding of dentistry clinical practice, procedures, and scheduling.
• Demonstrated accomplishments in research and scholarship.
• Operational understanding of American university educational systems.
• Preferred experience working and living in the Middle East

Application Requirements for Positions at the American University of Iraq—Baghdad

To be considered for any role at the American University of Iraq—Baghdad (AUIB), applicants are required to submit the following documents:

• Cover letter: This should detail how your skills and experience align with the specific requirements of the position you are applying for.
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae: Please provide an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae
• Identification: A valid national ID or passport is required for the application process.
• Teaching Philosophy (1 page max)
• Research Statement (2 pages max)

* Please note that applications missing any of these components will not be considered.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email and WhatsApp to schedule interviews.

If you are shortlisted for an interview, you will need to provide additional documentation:

• Educational transcripts and certifications must be translated into English.
• References: You must provide contact details for three references. These individuals should be those who have either worked with you or supervised your work.

We look forward to receiving your complete applications and appreciate your interest in joining our dynamic team at AUIB.