Job Description

Professor - Public Health Dentistry

Qualifications:

MDS in Public Health Dentistry Minimum 4 years as a Senior Lecturer Minimum 5 years as a Reader / Associate Professor

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Professor in Public Health Dentistry to lead teaching, research and community oral health programs. The ideal candidate will mentor students, drive public health research, and contribute to institutional leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in public health dentistry, epidemiology, preventive care, health promotion, etc. Supervise MDS dissertations / thesis projects and guide students in research. Lead research projects, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and apply for grants. Organize and oversee community outreach programs (screening camps, school oral health, awareness drives). Collaborate with public health bodies, NGOs, and government health agencies. Provide academic leadership, mentor junior faculty, and serve on committees (teaching, ethics, curriculum). Contribute to curriculum development, quality assurance, and program evaluation.

Skills & Competencies:

Deep expertise in public health dentistry and epidemiology Strong research & grant-writing ability Excellent teaching, mentoring, and communication skills Leadership and administrative capability Commitment to community service and public health advocacy

Application Process:

Please submit the following:

CV / Resume Cover Letter (highlighting teaching, research, and leadership experience) List of Publications Names and Contact Details of at least 2 Referees
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹70,000.00 - ₹85,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person