Assistant or Associate Professor in Oral Biology (Research and Education) - Department of Denti[...]

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Birmingham is looking for an exceptional Assistant or Associate Professor in Oral Biology. The successful candidate will contribute to a vibrant research community, focusing on innovative solutions in oral health. Candidates should possess a PhD in a related field and a strong track record in research and teaching. Responsibilities include leading research projects, mentoring students, and enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration. A competitive salary package is offered based on the academic grade.

Qualifications

• Successful track record in grant funding and publications.
• Experience in teaching at a higher education institution.
• Demonstrable success in oral hard tissues biology research.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality research outputs in oral biology.
• Support undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Take part in examinations and course development.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Tissue culture

Stem cell research

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in relevant specialist subject area

Postdoctoral experience

Job description

Position Details

Department of Dentistry, School of Health Sciences, College of Medicine and Health

Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK

Grade 8 Full time starting salary is normally in the range £47,389 to £56,535 with potential progression once in post to £63,606

Grade 9 Full time starting salary is normally in the range £58,225 to £67,468 with potential progression once in post to £87,974

Grade: 8 or 9

Full Time, Permanent

Closing date: 9th February 2026

Background

The Department of Dentistry, School of Health Sciences, College of Medicine and Health at The University of Birmingham invites applications from exceptional and ambitious biological scientists for the role of Assistant or Associate Professor in Oral Biology. The successful applicant will join a highly motivated, collaborative and successful interdisciplinary team of internationally recognised academics who focus on unravelling the biological basis of oral and associated systemic diseases and on the development of innovative solutions that bring impactful change for effective clinical care. Dentistry offers a vibrant and inclusive environment for outstanding study and research and was ranked highly in REF2021, with 4* outputs being in the top 12% of 90 submissions. There is ample opportunity to contribute to high profile research and scholarship and to work with world leading researchers that bring expertise from across the University and beyond.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear vision for the direction of their future academic work and the leadership qualities required to establish, build, and sustain an internationally competitive focus in Oral Biology and related disciplines. An important factor will be the ability of the applicant to enhance the Department’s research by establishing collaborations that will exploit the excellent environment for interdisciplinary research that exists in Birmingham, by:Delivering high-quality research outputs that contribute to innovation and impact through the growth of existing and establishment of new research programmes.

• Demonstrating strategic and operational academic leadership and a clear vision for the direction of their future academic work and the leadership qualities required to establish, build, and sustain an internationally competitive focus in oral biology and wider medical fields, as appropriate.
• Supporting and developing undergraduate and postgraduate teaching related to oral biology and incorporating their own research experience and expertise.
• Contributing to the Dentistry’s key management and administrative responsibilities, supporting the development and delivery of our academic endeavour and broader citizenship within the School of Health Sciences and wider College of Medicine and Health.

Role Summary

The role holder will be based in Edgbaston. The key duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to: giving lectures and seminars and supervising undergraduate / post-graduate students, course development and innovation, taking an active part in examinations, carrying out innovative research and writing papers on topics relevant to the specialist subject area (this will include journals, books and other material), and obtaining research grant funding.

The successful applicant will have a PhD in a relevant specialist subject area, as well as postdoctoral experience. We are looking for candidates who will actively contribute to our portfolio and community, through pursuit of research that will bring new opportunities, synergies, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will also have a track record in teaching at a higher education institution.

The ideal candidate would have a demonstrably successful track record (in terms of grant funding, publications and postgraduate supervision) in subjects related to oral hard tissues biology research (dentine, enamel, cement, bone) their development, healing and potential regeneration. Expertise in molecular biology techniques, tissue culture and stem cell research are essential.

The candidate is expected to develop their own area of research as well as forging new collaborations in clinical- and lab-related research areas (such as cariology, implantology and materials) at our institution and externally involving with other academic institutions and industry.

Appointments will be made at either an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level please specify which role you are applying for in the application.

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Grade 8

Grade 9

Further particulars can be found here

Informal enquiries to Dr Upen Patel; Interim Head of Dentistry; [e-mail]

Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and for the written elements of your application to accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience. Such applications will unlikely be progressed to interview.

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