CLINICAL-TRACK FACULTY - PROSTHODONTICS
Quick facts
- Pay
- Commensurate
- Type
- Full-time
- Location
- Iowa City, IA
- Background
- Students welcome
- Industry
- Health and Care — 3087 open jobs
- Visa in listing
- H-1B
- Apply
- Free to apply — never pay anyone for a job offer or visa sponsorship
Job description
Requisition # 76053 Position Basics Type of Position CLINICAL-TRACK Advertising Ends on: Extended Until Position is Filled Advertising Started on: Thursday, October 1st, 2026 College: College of Dentistry Department: Prosthodontics Salary Salary: Commensurate Position Details Full/Part Time Status: Full Time
Position Description: The University of Iowa’s College of Dentistry is conducting a search for a full-time clinical-track faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics. Major responsibilities include:
- Oversee the treatment of patients and education of dental students in the prosthodontic dental and/or graduate student clinics;
- Provide clinical and didactic prosthodontic instruction of undergraduate and/or graduate level courses;
- and Treatment of prosthodontic private patients in the department’s intramural faculty practice.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
PLEASE NOTE: If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will NOT cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage you to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.
Education Requirement: DDS/DMD or equivalent;
Required Qualifications: Completion of CODA-CDAC-accredited Prosthodontic training program resulting in a Certificate in Prosthodontics, or equivalent; and Eligibility for a State of Iowa Dental License or Faculty Permit, issued by the Iowa Dental Board.
Desirable Qualifications: Clinical experience via private, military, or institutional practice; and Clinical and didactic teaching experience.
Online Application Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Letter of Interest Number of References: 3 Letters of Recommendation are required as part of the application process. Upon submission, references selected will be notified by e-mail with directions on how to electronically submit letters to the University of Iowa. To start the Online Application process for this position, click the "Apply for This Position" button located below the Contact Information.
Contact Information Contact: Seok Hwan Cho - seokhwan-cho@uiowa.edu Cden-Prosthodontics Dental Science Building 801 Newton Road S413A DSB Iowa City, IA 52242-1001
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences. Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs. Prospective employees may review the University Campus Security Policy and the latest annual crime statistics by contacting the Department of Public Safety at 319/335-5022.
Visa sponsorship record: The University of Iowa
Sponsors actively| Fiscal year | H-1B LCAs | USCIS approvals | USCIS denials | PERM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | 247 | 137 | 3 | — |
| FY2025 | 354 | 234 | 1 | 20 |
| FY2024 | 165 | 202 | 5 | — |
This exact kind of role (Postsecondary Teachers) isn't among the roles The University of Iowa sponsored most often.
Also filed: H-1B1 Chile × 1 — a good sign for Australian (E-3), Chilean and Singaporean (H-1B1) candidates.
Roles they sponsor most
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Which visas can work for this job
Occupation: Postsecondary Teachers (SOC 25-1099) — estimated from the job title.
- Mentioned in the listing
H-1B
- H-1B cap-exempt employer
Likely cap-exempt (university, affiliated hospital or nonprofit research body): H-1B can be filed any time of year, with no lottery. Confirm with HR.
- TN (citizens of Canada and Mexico)
This kind of role may fit the USMCA profession “Teacher (college, university or seminary)” — it depends on the actual duties. No lottery, no cap; you need the matching degree or license.
- E-3 (Australia) and H-1B1 (Chile, Singapore)
This employer has filed before (H-1B1 Chile: 1). Same degree requirement as H-1B, but no lottery and a separate quota that is rarely filled.
- O-1 (extraordinary ability)
For candidates with awards, publications, press, a high salary or critical roles at distinguished organizations. No cap, no lottery; the employer files a petition.
- Green card (EB-2 / EB-3 via PERM)
Filed 20 PERM labor certifications: they have a track record of sponsoring permanent residence.
Salary vs prevailing wage
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Sources: U.S. Department of Labor OFLC disclosure data (H-1B/H-1B1/E-3 LCA, PERM), OFLC prevailing wage data, USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub, E-Verify participating employers. Data loaded: LCA FY2024–FY2026, PERM, USCIS Data Hub, OFLC wages; updated 2026-10-03. Employers are matched by name, so records of companies with similar names can occasionally be mixed up. This is general information, not legal advice — talk to an immigration attorney about your case.