Department Chair of Reconstructive and Rehabilitation Sciences

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Reconstructive and Rehabilitation Sciences (RRS). This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished dental educator and clinician to lead a dynamic department that serves as the academic and clinical home for predoctoral prosthodontics, restorative dentistry, and digital dentistry, as well as the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency program.

The next Chair will lead a department that sits at the heart of the College’s educational and clinical missions. RRS is uniquely positioned to shape the foundational skills and philosophies of MUSC’s dental students, overseeing both preclinical and clinical instruction in restorative care and guiding the transition to comprehensive patient care. With a growing emphasis on digital workflows and interdisciplinary approaches, the department plays a critical role in preparing graduates to practice at the forefront of modern dentistry.

Reporting to the Dean of the College of Dental Medicine and serving on the Dean’s Leadership Council, the Chair is responsible for strategic planning, faculty development, curriculum innovation, and operational oversight of a large and diverse team. The successful candidate will be a collaborative leader and skilled communicator who brings academic stature, clinical excellence, and a demonstrated commitment to mentoring and education. They will have the opportunity to strengthen cross-campus partnerships, support the expansion of clinical and academic programs, and help shape the future of oral health education in South Carolina and beyond.

The Medical University of South Carolina has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist the search committee in its identification and review of candidates.
 
Applications should include a letter of interest, a statement of career goals, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three professional references. Materials must be submitted through the MUSC Careers website.

To Apply:
Submit an application via MUSC Careers

To Nominate a Candidate:
 Submit a nomination via Isaacson, Miller

MUSC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Dan Rodas, Partner

Sam Ruth, Senior Associate

Seema Khan, Senior Search Coordinator

Isaacson, Miller