Associate Professor in Periodontics

4 weeks ago


Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

About the Role

The Associate Professor in Periodontics will provide academic and clinical leadership in teaching and research for both graduate and postgraduate programs. This role involves curriculum development, supervising student research projects, and delivering high-quality periodontics education. The successful candidate will have a strong record in academic periodontics, recognised internationally for their research, and must hold specialist dental qualifications and a PhD in Periodontics or a related discipline, with eligibility for national registration through AHPRA.

Your responsibilities will include:

Delivering high-quality, benchmarked teaching with contemporary pedagogical insights to ensure high satisfaction in degree programs and CPD courses. Undertaking clinical teaching supervising treatment of student periodontic cases to completion of care Demonstrate a proactive reflective teaching practice through seeking guidance from senior teaching staff and student feedback.

Who We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will have extensive clinical experience in Periodontics and a proven track record in clinical teaching, including course development and student satisfaction. They will excel in exploring new educational methods, possess strong research capabilities with an established publication profile, and demonstrate the ability to attract research grants and supervise research students. Additionally, they will work collaboratively and independently, building rapport within a diverse team environment.

You will also have:

A completed PhD in a relevant field such as Periodontics or a related discipline and a completed specialist dental qualification in Periodontics or Periodontology Extensive clinical experience in Periodontics. A strong track record in research with an established publication profile. Ability to supervise research higher degree students, graduate and postgraduate research students through to thesis completion.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position .

Your New Team – Melbourne Dental School
The Melbourne Dental School has a strong tradition in dental research and an established international reputation in several research areas. Research in the School is an integral component of staff and student activities underpinning both the undergraduate and graduate curricula. The major research activities of the school are conducted via three divisions and four major research groups, which range translational biomedical science to clinical studies, pedagogical research. The Head of School joined the University of Melbourne in 2020 and is leading a program of change within the School focusing on strategic reviews of education, research and organisational structure, known as MDS’25.

What We Offer You In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

About the University of Melbourne
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.



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