Job description
Salary Details
Minimum Annual Salary is $142,332
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary
Responsibilities will involve but not be limited to: Provide high-quality dental care to patients with complex medical, developmental, and behavioral conditions
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans
Ensure adherence to best practices in patient safety and special care dentistry
Supervise and instruct predoctoral and/or postdoctoral dental students in the Special Care Clinic
Deliver didactic and clinical instruction in special care dentistry
Mentor students and residents in patient management, treatment planning, and clinical skills
Support clinic operations, quality improvement initiatives, and accreditation processes
Treat patients under General Anesthesia
Position Status: Full Time
Posting Open Date: 04/01/2026
Posting Close Date: 04/30/2026
Minimum Education and Experience
A DDS/DMD degree from a CODA accredited school.
Completion of advanced training in special care dentistry, general practice residency (GPR), or advanced education in general dentistry (AEGD) preferred
Eligibility for licensure in the State of New Jersey
Demonstrated commitment to teaching and patient-centered care
Experience working with medically complex and special needs populations preferred
Must obtain O.R. privileges within 6 months of employment
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.
Hospital privileges must be obtained within 6 months of date of hire and maintained throughout employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrate clinical and administrative effectiveness including training, experience and competency in dental treatment using pharmacological agents and/or general anesthesia. Must have knowledge and ability to execute dental procedures in the areas of restorative dentistry, endodontics, implant dentistry, maxillofacial prosthetics and oral surgical procedures. There must be a demonstrated ability to manage a broad segment of dental problems with minimal supervision
Statement
The Special Care Clinic provides comprehensive dental services to individuals with physical, developmental, cognitive, and medically complex conditions. The clinic serves as a critical training site for students and residents, emphasizing compassionate, evidence-based care.
How to apply
Apply online and email [email protected]
Campus: Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus: Newark (RBHS)
City
Newark
State
NJ
