Chair, Dentistry & Oral Health Sciences — Visionary Leader

Aga Khan University; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 2,000,000 - 2,750,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health sciences university in Karachi is seeking a Chair for the Department of Dentistry & Oral Health Sciences. The role involves visionary leadership in advancing academic and clinical missions, ensuring high-quality dental care, and fostering research excellence. Candidates should have recognized qualifications in Dentistry and substantial leadership experience. Applications are due by December 21, 2025.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of leadership experience in academic clinical settings.
• Proven excellence in clinical care, teaching, and mentorship.
• Strong record of peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Lead Department's academic, clinical, and research missions.
• Develop strategic plans for clinical services and academic programmes.
• Secure funding and support scholarly output.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical care

Curriculum innovation

Research excellence

Mentoring

Education

Recognised specialist qualification in Dentistry

PhD or equivalent research doctorate

Job description

A leading health sciences university in Karachi is seeking a Chair for the Department of Dentistry & Oral Health Sciences. The role involves visionary leadership in advancing academic and clinical missions, ensuring high-quality dental care, and fostering research excellence. Candidates should have recognized qualifications in Dentistry and substantial leadership experience. Applications are due by December 21, 2025.