At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and innovate in teaching Special Care Dentistry to future dental professionals.
- Company: Join a prestigious Dental School with a focus on multidisciplinary education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for academic leadership.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with strong emphasis on research and teaching excellence.
- Why this job: Shape the future of dentistry while making a real impact in patient care.
- Qualifications: Full GDC registration and completion of UK specialist training in Special Care Dentistry.
The predicted salary is between 55300 - 65000 £ per year.
To play a significant role in the development and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and assessment in Special Care Dentistry. You will work collaboratively as part of a large team to develop and deliver on areas of dental education that require a multidisciplinary approach. You will be expected to participate fully in management and administration of the Dental School, including contributing to agenda setting and supporting the development of strategic priorities at a senior level.
The primary focus of the role is Learning. Must have full registration prior to start date.
- Completion of UK specialist training pathway in Special Care Dentistry or equivalent.
- Eligible for inclusion on the GDC Specialist List in Special Care Dentistry; must be registered with the GDC on the Specialist List prior to start date.
- Master’s degree or Higher Research Degree.
Desirable:
- Fellowship in Dental Surgery, MFDS from one of the Royal Surgical Colleges or equivalent.
- Hold, be working towards or willing to complete a certificate in Academic Practice, or equivalent learning and teaching qualification.
Skills:
- Ability to deliver research‑informed teaching.
- Ability to deliver high‑quality evidence‑based clinical care.
- Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
- Good IT skills including delivery of technology‑enhanced learning and teaching.
- Ability to motivate staff and provide strong academic leadership.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Willingness and ability to work as part of a team.
Experience:
- Experience of design and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Special Care Dentistry.
- Experience in administration of dental teaching programmes.
- Experience of management processes in an academic environment.
- Experience in academic assessment of dental students.
- Experience of mentoring students and/or staff.
- Evidence of continuing scholarship.
- Established quality research record, educational research or Learning, Teaching.
Clinical Senior Lecturer/Honorary Consultant in Special Care Dentistry employer: University of Glasgow
As a Clinical Senior Lecturer/Honorary Consultant in Special Care Dentistry, you will join a dynamic and supportive academic environment that prioritises excellence in dental education and patient care. Our institution fosters a collaborative work culture, offering ample opportunities for professional development and research, while being located in a vibrant community that values healthcare innovation. With a commitment to multidisciplinary approaches and strategic growth, we empower our staff to make meaningful contributions to the field of dentistry.
