Senior Lecturer/Dentist

University of the Western Cape; Bellville; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of the Western Cape invites applications for a Senior Lecturer/Dentist. The post combines teaching, radiology interpretation, and research leadership within the Dentistry Faculty and the Department of Diagnostics & Radiology.

Applicants should have BChD/BDS, MSc Diagnostic Sciences, PhD in Health Sciences, and HPCSA registration. A minimum 5 years clinical experience and 4 years teaching with 4 publications are expected.

Qualifications

• A BChD / BDS, a Master’s degree in Diagnostic Sciences and a PhD in Health Sciences
• At least 5 years clinical experience
• Current registration with the HPCSA as a Dentist
• Evidence of teaching experience for a minimum of 4 years; research publications (min 4); supervision of MSc or equivalent (min 2)
• Demonstrate expertise in advanced Diagnostic Radiography, including CBCT and CT.

Responsabilités

• Teaching and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students on the combined platform.
• Provide radiological interpretation service to patients across sites and supervise students on the Oral Health platform in the Western Cape.
• Active participation in research and publications.
• Participation in Faculty Outreach programmes.
• Administrative duties related to the post.
• Service rendering of patients at all sites.

Connaissances

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Facilitation

Planning and organisation

Formation

BChD/BDS

MSc Diagnostic Sciences

PhD Health Sciences

Outils

CBCT

CT imaging

Description du poste

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Title of Position

Senior Lecturer/Dentist

Post Number

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape -> Dentistry -> Department of Diagnostics & Radiology

Type of Position

Permanent - Full Time

Closing Date

5/11/2026

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The Faculty of Dentistry is a world-class Oral Health Centre committed to the promotion of oral health through excellence of its Teaching & Learning, service rendering and research. The Faculty seeks professionally qualified candidates with excellent records for a post on the joint establishment of the University of the Western Cape and the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness, on the conditions of service of the University of the Western Cape.

Responsibilities will include:

• Teaching and training on the combined platform ie. Appropriate training, supervision and general teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students,
• Rendering a radiological interpretation service to patients at all sites and supervising students on the Oral Health platform in the Western Cape,
• Active participation in research and publications,
• Participation in Faculty Outreach programmes,
• Administrative duties related to the post,
• Service rendering of patients at allsites.

The following would enhance an application

• Experience in teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate students,
• Ability to work in a team,
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, facilitation skills and planning and organisational skills.

Appointment to this position requires the following

• A BChD / BDS, a Master’s degree in Diagnostic Sciences and a PhD in Health Sciences
• At least 5 years clinical experience,
• Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Dentist,
• Evidence of teaching experience for a minimum of 4 years; research publications (min number of 4), research supervision/co-supervision (min 2 MSc or equivalent)
• Demonstrate expertise in advanced Diagnostic Radiography, including CBCT and CT.

For further information on this position (but not applications), please contact Prof Manogari Chetty on tel.no. [phone] or e-mail [e-mail]

DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.