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Associate Professor in Oral Biology (Research and Education)

University of Birmingham - College of Medicine and Health - School of Health Sciences - Department of Dentistry

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £56,921 to £65,814 Grade 9
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 14th November 2024
Closes: 11th December 2024
Job Ref: 104918

Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £56,921 to £65,814 with potential progression once in post to £85,544

Role Summary

The Department of Dentistry, School of Health Sciences, College of Medicine and Health at The University of Birmingham invites applications from exceptional and ambitious biological scientists for the role of Associate Professor in Oral Biology. The successful applicant will join a highly motivated, collaborative and successful interdisciplinary team of internationally recognised academics who focus on unravelling the biological basis of oral and associated systemic diseases and on the development of innovative solutions that bring impactful change for effective clinical care. Dentistry offers a vibrant and inclusive environment for outstanding study and research and was ranked highly in REF2021, with 4* outputs being in the top 12% of 90 submissions. There is ample opportunity to contribute to high profile research and scholarship and to work with world leading researchers that bring expertise from across the University and beyond.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear vision for the direction of their future academic work and the leadership qualities required to establish, build, and sustain an internationally competitive focus in Oral Biology and related disciplines. An important factor will be the ability of the applicant to enhance the Department’s research by establishing collaborations that will exploit the excellent environment for interdisciplinary research that exists in Birmingham, by:

  • Delivering high-quality research outputs that contribute to innovation and impact through the growth of existing and establishment of new research programmes.
  • Demonstrating strategic and operational academic leadership and a clear vision for the direction of their future academic work and the leadership qualities required to establish, build, and sustain an internationally competitive focus in oral biology and wider medical fields, as appropriate.
  • Supporting and developing undergraduate and postgraduate teaching related to oral biology and incorporating their own research experience and expertise.
  • Contributing to the Dentistry’s key management and administrative responsibilities, supporting the development and delivery of our academic endeavour and broader citizenship within the School of Health Sciences and wider College of Medicine and Health

Person Specification

Normally, a higher degree relevant to the research/teaching area (usually PhD) or equivalent qualifications.

The ideal candidate would have a demonstrably successful track record (in terms of grant funding, publications and postgraduate supervision) in subjects related to oral hard tissues biology research (dentine, enamel, cement, bone) their development, healing and potential regeneration. Expertise in molecular biology techniques, tissue culture and stem cell research are essential.

The candidate is expected to develop their own area of research as well as forging new collaborations in clinical- and lab-related research areas (such as cariology, implantology and materials) at our institution and externally involving with other academic institutions and industry.

Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Josette Camilleri, Head of Dentistry, email: j.camilleri@bham.ac.uk 

To download the full job description and details of this position and submit an electronic application online please click on the 'Apply' button above.

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We value diversity and inclusion at the University of Birmingham and welcome applications from all sections of the community and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.

Closes: 11/12/2024

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