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Job Description
This position is for a Clinical Lecturer in Restorative Dentistry responsible for teaching undergraduate and postgraduate dental students and contributing to research in one of the school's key themes. Applicants must possess a BDS degree, GDC registration, a PhD, clinical teaching experience in restorative dentistry, and research experience with publication. The role also offers the opportunity for clinical work within the NHS.
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Key Responsibilities
- The University has developed an Academic Job Summary Guidance document which summarises the range of activities that academic staff may be expected to perform.
- We are looking for a suitably qualified dentist for the post of Clinical Lecturer in Restorative Dentistry.
- You will be required to become actively involved in the teaching and research programmes of the School.
- In research, you will be expected to contribute to existing research activity in one of our current research themes (translational oral biosciences, applied oral health care or dental education), developing towards independence as a researcher.
- In teaching, you will be expected to contribute to academic and clinical teaching on our undergraduate clinical BDS and BSc courses and our developing portfolio of postgraduate courses.
- In addition, appropriately qualified candidates will have the opportunity to undertake clinical work in the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation trust.
- Informal enquires may be made to Dr Simon Stone, Deputy Head of School by e-mailing simon.stone@newcastle.ac.uk
- Further information about the School of Dental Sciences can be found at http://www.ncl.ac.uk/dental/
- Undertake teaching, course leadership and supervision of undergraduate students
- Offer expertise in an individual’s specialist area(s)
- Undertake teaching, leadership and supervision duties across the UG programmes
- Undertake administrative duties as necessary, including participation in relevant School and Faculty committees and activities
- Participate in external activity related to learning and teaching
- Contribute to the promotion of undergraduate programmes to both current and prospective students
- Act as an academic advisor to a small group of students
- Contribute to University administration, course planning, curriculum development, the recruitment of students, engage in teaching and scholarly activities and course / programme leadership
- Participate in relevant staff development activities
- Undertake other duties, such as participation in School, Faculty and University meetings, as detailed by the Head of School.
Requirements
- Detailed clinical knowledge in the field of Restorative Dentistry at a level applicable to teaching on the undergraduate BDS/BSc curriculum
- Clinical chairside dental teaching experience in an academic setting
- Substantial experience in leading and teaching on clinical skills courses for undergraduates
- Evidence of leadership in an academic setting
- Experience of undertaking research
- Experience of preparing research proposals for submission to competitive funding organisations (e.g. NIHR and Industry)
- Evidence of publication within peer reviewed journals
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about dental topics with patients and colleagues
- Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence in restorative dentistry and provides evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement
- An awareness of significant developments in restorative dentistry globally and in the UK.
- Supervision of postgraduate students in research
- An interest in research aligned to one of the School’s three themes
- Satisfactory pre-employment health screen
- Commitment to the University's research-strategy and mission
- Commitment to the University and School's engagement strategy
- Commitment to own personal development and understand its importance
- Ability to work in teams and across disciplines
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage conflicting priorities
- Is fit to practice dentistry and at the time of appointment will have satisfactory enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) or Disclosure Scotland/ Access NI checks (or equivalent)
About This Position
When do applications close for this position?
Applications for Lecturer in Restorative Dentistry at Newcastle University close on 21 October 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.
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The position is based at Newcastle University, in Newcastle, GB. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
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