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The College of Dentistry, Ajman University, has an opening for the position of Associate/ Assistant and Professor in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, starting Spring semester 2024-25.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate with a Ph.D. from a reputable university
• 3 years experience with a master's degree in the field.
• Outstanding teaching record
• Outstanding research and publications record in top journals
• Adequate experience in supervising student projects and thesis dissertations.
• Record of collaborative and interdisciplinary research would be an advantage
• Excellent record in community service and scholarly activities
• Eligible for practicing as a 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, course 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 college activities such as membership in various college committees.