Assistant / Associate Professor Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Role Overview

Assistant/Associate Professor of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Ajman University. This role contributes to the development of future healthcare professionals, fosters impactful research aligned with national priorities, and strengthens the University's reputation locally and internationally.

Role Purpose

Advance the academic, research, and community mission of the College through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service.

Key Responsibilities

Academic & Teaching Leadership

• Develop, deliver, and evaluate curricula, courses, and learning activities aligned with College educational goals.
• Mentor and supervise students in academic, clinical, and research settings.
• Provide clinical supervision and instruction within affiliated healthcare facilities.
• Participate in student assessment and academic program review.

Research & Scholarship

• Lead and contribute to research projects aligned with College and national health priorities.
• Publish original research in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.
• Secure competitive research grants and external funding.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences.

Professional & Community Engagement

• Deliver clinical services as required within affiliated clinical facilities.
• Contribute to community health initiatives and public engagement activities.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with external organizations, regulatory bodies, and academic institutions.
• Offer continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities for peers and healthcare professionals.

Administrative & Strategic Contribution

• Support departmental budget planning and resource management.
• Contribute to workforce planning, policy development, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in College committees and strategic projects as required.

Self-Development & Leadership

• Pursue continuous professional and academic development.
• Stay current with advancements in dental and medical education, research, and clinical practice.
• Model leadership, collaboration, and ethical professional conduct.

Qualifications & Experience

• PhD from an accredited institution.
• Fellowship or Board certification.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant medical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years as Associate or Assistant Professor or equivalent.
• Minimum 20 peer-reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated success in research funding and academic leadership.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Arabic language skills preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Planning and organizing.
• Problem solving.
• Result orientation.
• Initiative and innovation.
• Relationship building.
• People management.
• Management excellence.
• Team leadership.
• Curriculum development.
• Teaching and pedagogy.
• Research and publication.
• Clinical supervision.
• Academic assessment.