Associate Lecturer (Clinical Dental Academic)

UWA Dental School

• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months with the possibility of renewal annually up to 3 years
• Base salary range: Level A $83499 $112371 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
• Dental Loading of $15842 per annum
• Attraction/Retention (Dental Only) of $ $15797 per annum
• Two positions available

About the area

The UWA Dental School aims to achieve excellence in dental education research and oral health care to the benefit of our local community and the advancement of dentistry globally.

The Oral Health Centre of Western Australia (OHCWA) is a centre within The University of Western Australia. The Centre is the primary focus for oral health education research and specialist care delivery in Western Australia. It treats over 15000 patients a year and delivers a range of clinical and technical training programs.

About the opportunity

• Provide oral and dental health care to OHCWA patients and for carrying out scholarly activity at the dental school
• Clinical care responsibilities will be undertaken at OHCWA clinics either at Nedlands and/or Bunbury
• Clinical care responsibilities will be undertaken at OHCWA clinics either at Nedlands and/or Bunbury

About you

• Dental qualification registrable with the Dental Board of Australia.
• Sound knowledge of Australian and WA regulations regarding health care services.
• High-level clinical skills across the range of dental disciplines.
• Demonstrated computer competency including the capacity to maintain electronic patient records and clinical correspondence.
• Demonstrated commitment to and awareness of cross-cultural issues.

Note: A current C class drivers licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Associate Lecturer (Clinical Dental Academic) -

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Freda Smith at

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday 4 December 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.

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