Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Dentistry (Open Specialty) – College of Dentistry and Health Sciences, University of Fujairah

Job Description

Location: Fujairah, United Arab Emirates | Institution: University of Fujairah (UOF) | College: Dentistry and Health Sciences | Department: Dentistry | Reports to: Dean, College of Dentistry and Health Sciences | Deadline: August 27, 2026

Job Title

Assistant / Associate / Full Professor in Dentistry (Open Specialty) — covering Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Operative Dentistry, Endodontics, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Oral Medicine & Radiology, Oral Pathology & Microbiology, and Basic Dental Sciences (including Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, and Dental Materials)

Job Purpose

The faculty member serves as an academic leader delivering high-quality dental education aligned with MOHESR and CAA standards. The role integrates student-centered teaching, clinical competency development, impactful research, and interdisciplinary collaboration, to graduate competent, ethical, and practice-ready dental professionals while enhancing institutional research excellence.

Core Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Clinical Education

• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses using competency-based, evidence-based, and technology-enhanced approaches
• Apply active learning strategies (case-based learning, problem-based learning, OSCEs, simulation, digital dentistry tools)
• Supervise preclinical laboratory sessions and clinical training
• Ensure clinical competency and patient safety standards
• Mentor students and supervise research projects, theses, and clinical case presentations
• Develop course syllabi aligned with QF Emirates, with CLO–PLO mapping
• Integrate digital tools, AI applications, and simulation technologies into teaching

2. Curriculum & Quality Assurance

• Design and continuously improve curricula in alignment with MOHESR and CAA accreditation standards
• Ensure constructive alignment between learning outcomes, teaching strategies, and assessment methods
• Contribute to accreditation processes and preparation of required documentation
• Participate in course and program evaluation, including assessment reports and continuous quality improvement
• Support horizontal and vertical integration across dental and basic science disciplines

3. Research & Scholarly Impact

• Maintain an active research portfolio, with publications in indexed journals
• Secure internal and external research funding
• Present research at national and international conferences
• Align research with national health priorities and innovation strategies
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research
• Promote interdisciplinary research across clinical and basic sciences

4. Student Advising & Academic Support

• Provide academic advising and guidance on program progression, professional development pathways, and career planning
• Support student well-being and facilitate access to university support services
• Participate in thesis/graduation project examination committees

5. Industry Collaboration & Knowledge Transfer

• Provide clinical supervision and patient care within university clinics
• Establish partnerships with hospitals, dental centers, and healthcare organizations
• Contribute to continuing dental education (CDE/CPD) programs
• Engage in consultancy, outreach, and collaborative clinical/research initiatives
• Support student clinical placements and employability

6. Academic Service & University Engagement

• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees
• Participate in curriculum development and policy implementation
• Contribute to student recruitment, outreach, and academic events
• Foster an inclusive and professional academic environment

7. Community Engagement & Social Responsibility

• Participate in oral health awareness and community outreach programs
• Conduct screening camps and preventive dental initiatives
• Provide expertise to public health and community organizations

8. Professional & Continuous Development

• Engage in continuous professional development in dental education, research, and clinical practice
• Stay updated with advancements in digital dentistry, AI, and emerging technologies
• Contribute to improving institutional rankings and academic reputation

Qualifications & Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in specialty-specific clinical and/or basic science teaching
• Competency-based dental education and assessment methods
• Curriculum design and CLO–PLO mapping
• Accreditation and quality assurance processes (MOHESR, CAA)
• Research productivity and grant writing
• Digital dentistry, simulation, and AI integration
• Clinical supervision and patient management (for clinical specialties)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Cultural competence in a diverse academic environment
• Leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills

Job Summary

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