PROF - DCH - Oral Pathology - Professor

JKKN; Komarapalayam; On-site; INR 1,004,000 - 1,562,000; Full time

Job summary

JKKN Dental College & Hospital invites applications for a Senior Lecturer – Oral Pathology. The role focuses on teaching Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology to undergraduate BDS students, with emphasis on disease processes, histopathology, and clinical correlation.

The incumbent will supervise practical sessions, mentor students, and contribute to AI-enabled education initiatives. The position requires strong subject knowledge, practical teaching skills, and collaboration with related

Qualifications

• MDS in Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology from a recognized institution.
• Valid registration with the Dental Council/State Dental Council.
• Experience in undergraduate BDS teaching and practical supervision.
• Additional qualifications in education or digital pathology are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teach Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology to BDS students per curriculum.
• Conduct lectures, tutorials, seminars, and practical classes.
• Supervise histopathology practical sessions and slide interpretation.
• Use AI-enabled tools while ensuring alignment with textbooks and evidence.

Skills

Oral Pathology

Oral Microbiology

Histopathology interpretation

Digital literacy

AI-enabled education

Education

MDS in Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology

Dental Council registration

Tools

Virtual microscopy

AI-assisted tools

Digital pathology software

3D visualization

Job description

JKKN DENTAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Senior Lecturer – Oral Pathology

Department Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology

About JKKN Dental College & Hospital

JKKN Dental College & Hospital is committed to developing competent, ethical, patient-centred dental professionals through strong academic foundations, clinical exposure, practical training, research, and technology-enabled education.

As an AI-empowered institution, JKKN integrates digital learning, simulation, advanced diagnostic technologies, evidence-based education, and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence to strengthen teaching and learning. Technology is used to enhance academic and diagnostic learning while preserving professional judgement, ethics, accuracy, and human responsibility.

Position Overview

The Senior Lecturer – Oral Pathology will be responsible for teaching and supporting undergraduate dental education in Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology, with emphasis on understanding disease processes, microscopic features, diagnosis, and their clinical relevance to dentistry.

The role requires strong subject knowledge, effective classroom and laboratory teaching, practical demonstration skills, student mentoring, academic assessment, and the ability to connect pathological findings with clinical presentation and diagnosis.

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Academic Responsibilities

• Teach Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology to BDS students as per the prescribed curriculum.
• Conduct lectures, tutorials, seminars, case discussions, practical classes, demonstrations, and revision sessions.
• Explain general and systemic pathology concepts relevant to dental practice.
• Teach oral diseases with emphasis on etiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, microscopic features, diagnosis, and differential diagnosis.
• Cover important areas including:
  • Developmental disturbances of teeth and jaws
  • Dental caries and pulpal/periapical pathology
  • Cysts and odontogenic tumours
  • Benign and malignant neoplasms
  • Oral mucosal diseases
  • Salivary gland disorders
  • Bone and connective tissue lesions
  • Potentially malignant disorders
  • Oral manifestations of systemic diseases
  • Immune-mediated and infectious diseases
• Relate pathological concepts to clinical subjects such as Oral Medicine, Oral Surgery, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Conservative Dentistry, and Radiology.

2. Histopathology & Practical Training

• Conduct and supervise undergraduate Oral Pathology practical sessions.
• Train students in identification and interpretation of histopathological slides and specimens.
• Demonstrate basic principles of tissue processing, staining, section preparation, and microscopic examination.
• Develop students' ability to correlate clinical findings, radiographic findings, gross pathology, and microscopic features.
• Maintain proper laboratory teaching standards and ensure safe handling of specimens, chemicals, and equipment.
• Encourage systematic observation and diagnostic reasoning rather than memorisation alone.

3. Student Assessment & Mentoring

• Prepare question papers, assignments, practical assessments, viva voce, case-based activities, and internal assessments.
• Evaluate student performance objectively and provide constructive academic feedback.
• Identify students requiring additional academic support and provide appropriate mentoring.
• Guide students in case presentations, seminars, journal discussions, and academic projects.
• Encourage critical thinking and evidence-based interpretation of pathological findings.

4. AI-Enabled & Digital Academic Responsibilities

• Use appropriate digital pathology resources, virtual microscopy, image repositories, 3D visualisation, and AI-assisted educational tools to improve student understanding.
• Introduce students to emerging applications of AI in pathology and diagnostic image analysis where academically relevant.
• Use digital histopathology images and case-based learning to strengthen diagnostic reasoning.
• Develop technology-supported learning materials, presentations, question banks, and interactive academic resources.
• Ensure that AI-generated information or diagnostic suggestions are verified against standard textbooks, peer-reviewed evidence, and established professional knowledge.
• Promote responsible use of AI while maintaining academic integrity, confidentiality, professional ethics, and human clinical judgement.

5. Research & Academic Development

• Participate in departmental and institutional research activities.
• Encourage and guide students in undergraduate research, case reports, literature reviews, and scientific presentations.
• Contribute to research in areas such as:
  • Oral cancer and potentially malignant disorders
  • Odontogenic lesions
  • Oral mucosal diseases
  • Salivary gland pathology
  • Digital and AI-assisted pathology
  • Oral microbiology
  • Diagnostic pathology
• Publish research findings in appropriate peer-reviewed journals and participate in conferences, seminars, and professional academic activities.
• Stay updated with developments in oral pathology, diagnostic methods, digital pathology, and emerging technologies.

6. Departmental & Institutional Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Department in academic planning and departmental activities.
• Assist in curriculum implementation, academic scheduling, practical planning, and departmental documentation.
• Maintain academic records, practical records, student assessment records, and other required documentation.
• Participate in departmental meetings, academic reviews, quality initiatives, accreditation activities, and institutional programmes.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of teaching specimens, slide collections, digital pathology resources, and laboratory learning materials.
• Collaborate with other dental departments for interdisciplinary teaching and case-based learning.

Educational Qualification

• MDS in Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology from a recognized institution.
• Valid registration with the appropriate Dental Council/State Dental Council, as applicable.
• Additional qualifications or certifications in medical/dental education, digital pathology, research methodology, or related areas will be an advantage.

Experience

• Relevant teaching experience in Oral Pathology & Oral Microbiology in a recognized dental institution preferred.
• Experience in undergraduate BDS teaching and practical laboratory supervision.
• Experience in student mentoring, assessment, academic coordination, and departmental responsibilities preferred.
• Research publications, conference presentations, or participation in academic projects will be an advantage.

Areas of Academic & Professional Expertise

• Oral Pathology
• Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology
• Oral Microbiology
• General Pathology
• Histopathology
• Oral Mucosal Diseases
• Odontogenic Cysts & Tumours
• Oral Cancer & Potentially Malignant Disorders
• Salivary Gland Pathology
• Bone & Soft Tissue Lesions
• Developmental Anomalies
• Oral Manifestations of Systemic Diseases
• Immunological & Infectious Diseases
• Microscopic Diagnosis
• Histopathological Interpretation
• Clinicopathological Correlation

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology
• Effective classroom and practical teaching skills
• Strong histopathological interpretation skills
• Ability to connect pathology with clinical dentistry
• Student mentoring and academic counselling
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Evidence-based academic approach
• Research orientation and scientific writing skills
• Digital literacy and adaptability to emerging educational technologies
• Responsible use of AI and digital pathology tools
• Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Professional ethics and commitment to academic quality

Performance Expectations

The Senior Lecturer is expected to contribute to:

• Effective delivery of the Oral Pathology curriculum
• Strong practical and histopathology learning outcomes
• Student academic performance and competency development
• Quality of departmental teaching resources
• Student mentoring and academic engagement
• Research and scholarly activities
• Digital and AI-enabled academic initiatives
• Departmental quality improvement and institutional responsibilities

Compensation

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, relevant teaching experience, academic profile, research contributions, and institutional norms. Salary will not be a limiting factor for the right candidate.