Associate Professor of Clinical Education (Oral Surgery) Professor of Clinical Education (Oral Surgery)

The Associate Professor of Clinical Education (Oral Surgery) / Professor of Clinical Education (Oral Surgery) is a member of the School of Medicine and Dentistrys academic team and will lead the development and establishment of a specialty in Oral Surgery while continuing to provide academic and clinical leadership of undergraduate oral surgery education. They will also undertake scholarly activity in clinical education and oral surgery and perform appropriate administrative duties.

They will be a leading authority in their discipline and are expected to exercise a special responsibility in providing academic leadership and in fostering excellence in research teaching engagement and professional activities.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Dean of Dentistry and the Head of School to implement the Schools strategic priorities in learning and teaching and research. They will play a key role in advancing evidence-informed clinical education and strengthening research capability and output across the School.

To be appointed as Associate Professor level will demonstrate evidence of original and innovative contributions to the field with a clear trajectory toward expanded national and international impact. They will show strong potential for leadership and active engagement in international research and scholarly collaboration

To be appointed as Professor level will have achieved sustained international recognition through original innovative and distinguished contributions to Oral Surgery and/or clinical education. This will be demonstrated through a strong record of leadership high-impact scholarship and ongoing influence in the field at an international level.

The level of appointment will depend on the qualifications and experience of the preferred candidate. 

This is a full-time continuing position based at the Griffith University Gold Coast. The position is also available as part-time as a job-share arrangement (e.g. 0.6/0.4 FTE or 0.5FTE x 2) to accommodate clinical commitments.

As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith Universitys sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary for an Academic Associate Professor (Level D) will range from $172686 - $190248 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will range from $202043 - $222590 per annum.

The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Professor (Level E) is $222445 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be $260261 per annum.

Qualifications :

We are seeking applications from candidates who:

• Possess a doctoral or masters qualification or equivalent accreditation and standing and/or professional fellowship.
• Hold current specialist registration or eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrate extensive experience in Oral Surgery including a strong record of promoting student learning and contributing to curriculum development in clinical education.

We are also seeking candidates with the following desirable skills and expertise:

• Experience leading or contributing to the establishment accreditation or review of specialist postgraduate clinical training programs (e.g. DClinDent or specialty registrar programs).
• Evidence of professional recognition beyond the employing institution including leadership roles within specialist colleges professional societies advisory groups or involvement in guideline development.
• Demonstrated innovation in clinical education including the development of advanced assessment methods supervision frameworks simulation-based learning or technology-enhanced teaching.
• Experience supervising specialist trainees postgraduate coursework students or higher degree research candidates within a clinical academic or health service partnership setting.
• A doctoral qualification (PhD) or equivalent professional standing through advanced specialist clinical training leadership in specialist education and a sustained record of practice-based clinical scholarship.

Additional Information :

Why Griffith
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme

How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe respectful and inclusive community for alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025) Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description) 
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role please contact Professor Roy George Acting Dean of Dentistry via email at: or by phone on (07).

For application and recruitment advice please contact Jinita Dhall Talent Acquisition Partner at .

Closing date: Monday 15 June 2026 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online. Please allow at least 1 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time