Adjunct - Clinical Faculty Dental Hygienist

Position Title

Adjunct - Clinical Faculty Dental Hygienist

Location

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department

32406 - Dental Hygiene

Advertised Salary

Minimum of $48.66 per hour; the minimum rate increases depending on degree held.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Adjunct Faculty

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Temporary/Continuing

Temporary

Part-Time/Full-Time

Part-Time

Union Group

N/A

Term of Position

As Needed

At Will/Just Cause

Just Cause

Summary of Position

Supervision and evaluation of students in pre-clinical, clinical, and laboratory dental hygiene sessions, dental radiology, oral science, or dental materials lab sessions. Will work at the direction of the clinical coordinator. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis.

Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State's sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan by the first day of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site.

The anticipated start date for this position is January 2027. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed.

The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H-1 B, etc.

Position Type

Faculty - Temporary & Continuing

Required Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in dental hygiene or a related field, with an RDH license.

Required Work Experience

Two years of clinical experience. Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time. Applicants should have excellent clinical, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills and be able to work as a team member within the dental hygiene program.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Must be a Registered Dental Hygienist with certification in local anesthesia, nitrous oxide, CPR, and licensed to practice in the State of Michigan.

Physical Demands

• Office Environment
• Bending
• Moving
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered

Teaching experience, training in educational theory and methods, or willingness to get training. Active member in ADHA and local MDHA Component.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Clinical faculty have professional responsibilities in patient care and clinical instruction which may include being accessible to students outside of regular clinical assignment hours.

Participation in traditional functions of academic significance, including assessing students' clinical proficiency in accordance with university systems and guidelines. Clinical faculty are required to provide in-person instruction.

Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.

Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information pursuant to university policies and/or state or federal laws.

Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.

Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.

Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript 1
• Certification/License

Optional Documents

Unofficial Transcript 2 (OPTIONAL): Applicants who have completed college coursework must attach a copy of unofficial transcript. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript for their master's or bachelor's degree. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. The individual hired will be required to submit an official transcript.

Certification (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of Local Anesthesia, Nitrous Oxide, and CPR certifications.

License (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of their State of Michigan Registered Dental Hygienist license.

Initial Application Review Date

October 26, 2026

Open Until Position is Filled?

Yes

Posting Close Date

EEO Statement

Ferris State University, an Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to cultivating an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences within its community, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.

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