Pediatric Dentist (Assistant/Associate Professor)
Posting Start Date: December 8, 2025
Posting End Date: January 30, 2026
Department of Preventive Dental Science
Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Assistant/Associate Professor – Pediatric Dentistry
Position # 31361
The Department of Preventive Dental Science invites applications for a full-time tenure-track/tenured position at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank in the Division of Pediatric Dentistry, commencing July 1, 2026, or on a date mutually agreed upon. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The Department seeks an emerging or established scholar with a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Qualified candidates at any rank will be considered with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below:
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR:
Responsibilities will include undergraduate didactic and clinical teaching and supervision, involvement in service within the department, college and/or university and the community and/or profession, and participation in research and publication.
The successful applicant at the rank of Assistant Professor must have completed a university-based Pediatric Dentistry specialty training program with master’s -level credentials. Teaching experience is preferred both didactically and clinically in Pediatric Dentistry as well as a keen interest in research, and a willingness to be involved with teaching at the post-graduate level, will be required.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR:
At the rank of Associate Professor, experience in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level is required. Applicants will have masters-level research experience and mentorship and evidence of a successful dossier in research, including peer-reviewed publications and success in obtaining grant funding. A masters-level degree is required for Associate Professor and a PhD or similar would be a strong asset.
At the rank of Assistant and Associate Professor and dependant on Divisional needs, major responsibilities may include: didactic, pre-clinical and clinical Pediatric Dentistry teaching in the undergraduate programs (Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, and the International Dental Degree Program (IDDP)), the Pediatric Dentistry specialty graduate program, and the International Dental Specialist Fellowship Program for Pediatric Dentistry (when offered), research, and participation in community service programs in Pediatric Dentistry, clinical patient care and emergency services. Operating room services may also be required.
Applicants must be eligible to register for dental licensure as a Pediatric Dentistry Specialist with the Manitoba Dental Association (MDA) in the Province of Manitoba, Canada.
Preference will be given to candidates who have successfully completed the National Dental Specialty examinations (NDSE) of the National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) and / or are a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, or are Board Eligible in Canada by having graduated from a CDAC (Canada) or CODA (USA) accredited specialty program (36-month program length preferred). Candidates must satisfy the dental specialty privileges with the Manitoba Healthcare Providers Network in order to secure hospital privileges with Shared Health.
The successful applicant may be eligible to be appointed to the positions of Division Head of Pediatric Dentistry and/or Program Director of the Pediatric Dentistry Graduate Program.
Extramural practice privilege is available 1 day per week upon signing of a Private Practice Agreement.
Further information about the Department of Preventive Dental Science can be obtained from: https://umanitoba.ca/dentistry/preventive-dental-science
The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.
Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.
The City of Winnipeg (www.tourismwinnipeg.com), located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture. The city, with a growing population of more than 766,000, is home to internationally renowned festivals, galleries and museums, the historic Exchange District and The Forks, and ever-expanding research, education, and business sectors. From the Hudson Bay waters, across the farmland fields, to the pulse of the cities and towns, The Province of Manitoba’s (www.travelmanitoba.com) people and places – its 100,000 lakes, 92 provincial parks, winding river valleys and storied prairie skies-inspire.
The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is committed to the social justice principles of equity, access & participation and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, Black, racially marginalized communities, disabled persons and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
An inclusive, open and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, access and participation, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures including implicit bias training for all hiring panels. We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels, short-list of candidates, interviews). The University acknowledges the potential impact that Career Interruptions and Personal Circumstances can have on an applicant's record of research achievement. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process.
We encourage you to self-identity aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently under-represented viewpoints, expertise and forms of excellence to this role.
If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Only complete applications will be considered. Applications must include the following:
As a requirement for employment in the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry, all staff in a clinical setting are required to submit a criminal record check as well as the child abuse registry check at the time of hire.
If you are interested in this opportunity, including receiving a copy of the Executive Brief, please contact Katherine Frank at kfrank@kbrs.ca or Chris Gibson at cgibson@kbrs.ca, or submit your application online by using the "Apply Now" button below.
The closing date for receipt of applications is January 30, 2026 and will remain open until the position is filled.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provision of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.
Posting End Date: January 30, 2026
Department of Preventive Dental Science
Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Assistant/Associate Professor – Pediatric Dentistry
Position # 31361
The Department of Preventive Dental Science invites applications for a full-time tenure-track/tenured position at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank in the Division of Pediatric Dentistry, commencing July 1, 2026, or on a date mutually agreed upon. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The Department seeks an emerging or established scholar with a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Qualified candidates at any rank will be considered with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below:
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR:
Responsibilities will include undergraduate didactic and clinical teaching and supervision, involvement in service within the department, college and/or university and the community and/or profession, and participation in research and publication.
The successful applicant at the rank of Assistant Professor must have completed a university-based Pediatric Dentistry specialty training program with master’s -level credentials. Teaching experience is preferred both didactically and clinically in Pediatric Dentistry as well as a keen interest in research, and a willingness to be involved with teaching at the post-graduate level, will be required.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR:
At the rank of Associate Professor, experience in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level is required. Applicants will have masters-level research experience and mentorship and evidence of a successful dossier in research, including peer-reviewed publications and success in obtaining grant funding. A masters-level degree is required for Associate Professor and a PhD or similar would be a strong asset.
At the rank of Assistant and Associate Professor and dependant on Divisional needs, major responsibilities may include: didactic, pre-clinical and clinical Pediatric Dentistry teaching in the undergraduate programs (Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, and the International Dental Degree Program (IDDP)), the Pediatric Dentistry specialty graduate program, and the International Dental Specialist Fellowship Program for Pediatric Dentistry (when offered), research, and participation in community service programs in Pediatric Dentistry, clinical patient care and emergency services. Operating room services may also be required.
Applicants must be eligible to register for dental licensure as a Pediatric Dentistry Specialist with the Manitoba Dental Association (MDA) in the Province of Manitoba, Canada.
Preference will be given to candidates who have successfully completed the National Dental Specialty examinations (NDSE) of the National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) and / or are a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, or are Board Eligible in Canada by having graduated from a CDAC (Canada) or CODA (USA) accredited specialty program (36-month program length preferred). Candidates must satisfy the dental specialty privileges with the Manitoba Healthcare Providers Network in order to secure hospital privileges with Shared Health.
The successful applicant may be eligible to be appointed to the positions of Division Head of Pediatric Dentistry and/or Program Director of the Pediatric Dentistry Graduate Program.
Extramural practice privilege is available 1 day per week upon signing of a Private Practice Agreement.
Further information about the Department of Preventive Dental Science can be obtained from: https://umanitoba.ca/dentistry/preventive-dental-science
The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.
Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.
The City of Winnipeg (www.tourismwinnipeg.com), located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture. The city, with a growing population of more than 766,000, is home to internationally renowned festivals, galleries and museums, the historic Exchange District and The Forks, and ever-expanding research, education, and business sectors. From the Hudson Bay waters, across the farmland fields, to the pulse of the cities and towns, The Province of Manitoba’s (www.travelmanitoba.com) people and places – its 100,000 lakes, 92 provincial parks, winding river valleys and storied prairie skies-inspire.
The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is committed to the social justice principles of equity, access & participation and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, Black, racially marginalized communities, disabled persons and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
An inclusive, open and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, access and participation, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures including implicit bias training for all hiring panels. We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels, short-list of candidates, interviews). The University acknowledges the potential impact that Career Interruptions and Personal Circumstances can have on an applicant's record of research achievement. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process.
We encourage you to self-identity aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently under-represented viewpoints, expertise and forms of excellence to this role.
If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Only complete applications will be considered. Applications must include the following:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter including a statement of career goals
- Personal statement on your contributions to equity, diversity and inclusion in your teaching, research, service and other experiences.
- Three letters of reference sent directly from the referees including one from the program director of their speciality program if a recent graduate (less than two years since graduating).
- Certified copies (if available) of university graduation certificates/transcripts
- Certified copy of your present licensing authority registration certificate and a letter of good standing from the licensing jurisdiction.
As a requirement for employment in the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry, all staff in a clinical setting are required to submit a criminal record check as well as the child abuse registry check at the time of hire.
If you are interested in this opportunity, including receiving a copy of the Executive Brief, please contact Katherine Frank at kfrank@kbrs.ca or Chris Gibson at cgibson@kbrs.ca, or submit your application online by using the "Apply Now" button below.
The closing date for receipt of applications is January 30, 2026 and will remain open until the position is filled.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provision of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.