Senior Lecturer (Clinical Dentistry)

UWA Dental School

• Part-time (0.1 FTE) appointment on a tenurable basis.
• Base salary range: Level C $144143 $165809 p.a. (prorata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The UWA Dental School is consistently recognised as one of Australias premier dental institutions renowned for its integrated approach to research clinical practice and professional education. Students benefit from exposure to diverse clinical settings fostering interactions with dental and healthcare professionals thereby gaining invaluable insights into real-world oral health challenges.

About the opportunity

• Undertake independent teaching in Clinical Dentistry significantly contributing to the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) course at the UWA Dental School.
• Shape the academic strategies and policies within the Dental School and delivering exemplary teaching and learning experiences you will provide strategic direction in curriculum development and educational initiatives.
• Mentoring and supervising students driving scholarly activities and fostering collaborative relationships with academic industry and professionals

About you

• PhD in academic field such as Bachelor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine or equivalent qualification that allows for general registration as a dental practitioner in Australia
• Proven ability to effectively engage and educate diverse audiences through various media.
• Demonstrated success in the design implementation and evaluation of teaching and learning initiatives.
• Established track record of developing and maintaining a network of relationships with key academic industry and professional institutions partners and stakeholders.

Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate and Working with Children Check and C class drivers licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Senior Lecturer (Clinical Dentistry) -

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Professor Robert Anthonappa 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 15 January 2026

This position is only open to Current UWA staff

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