Job Description

Associate / Assistant Professor position in Pediatric Dentistry - College of Dentistry


The College of Dentistry, Ajman University, has an opening for the position of Associate/ Assistant and Professor in Pediatric Dentistry, starting Fall semester 2024-25




QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:


• Graduate with a Ph.D. from a reputable university
• 3 years' experience with master degree in the field.
• Outstanding teaching record
• Outstanding research and publications record in top journals
• Adequate experience in supervising student projects and thesis dissertation.
• Record of collaborative and interdisciplinary research would be an advantage
• Excellent record in community service and scholarly activities
• Eligible for practicing as specialist or consultant as per Ministry of Health & Prevention- UAE regulations.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:


• Deliver courses to students in specified discipline areas of study
• Evaluate and monitor individual student progress and provide feedback to sustain student success
• Organize and manage instructional resources, courses outlines, and community networks
• Conduct high-quality research in his/her own field and publish research outcomes in reputable journals and conferences.
• Ensure a respectful and culturally sensitive learning environment in all college-focused activities
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships across the organization and community
• Motivate and inspire confidence in others (students and colleagues) to overcome limitations to personal growth and success
• Actively seek out methods, procedures, and resources to best achieve course and lesson objectives
• Maintain relationships with students that are conducive to learning
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
• Supervising dental students in the clinical training on evidence-based dentistry.


KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:


• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Familiarity with the "Credit Hour" academic system
• Ability to supervise student work
• Ability to provide academic advising for students
• Ability to conduct independent research and publish in reputable journals and conferences
• Ability to work effectively with diverse team members
• Knowledge of academic program planning and implementation
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other educational software.
• Ability to contribute to the college activities such as membership of various college committees.