"Conjoint Associate Professor in Clinical Oral Health Research"

Job Description:

• School of Dentistry / Metro North Health
• Full-time, Fixed-term position for up to 3 years
• Base salary will be in the range $168,593 - $185,573 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level D)
• Jointly based at UQ’s Herston Campus

About This Opportunity

Join a world-class team driving innovation and excellence in oral health!

The Oral Health Alliance (OHA) is a dynamic partnership between Metro North Hospital and Health Service (MNHHS) and The University of Queensland’s School of Dentistry, bringing together teaching, research, and clinical expertise to improve oral health outcomes for our community.

As the Associate Professor in Clinical Oral Health Research, you will play a leading role in shaping the OHA’s research portfolio. Working closely with the Oral Health Alliance Director, you will drive the development and delivery of a forward-thinking research strategy that establishes the Alliance as a recognised centre of excellence in clinical oral health research.

This is an exciting opportunity for an established academic with a strong international profile in clinical oral health research. You will bring a record of impactful publications, successful collaborations, and leadership in research translation — along with a passion for mentoring others and advancing innovation in the field.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Research: Lead impactful research, secure funding, publish widely, and drive knowledge translation.
• Teaching: Deliver high-quality teaching and respond to feedback.
• Supervision and Researcher Development: Mentor researchers and students, build teams, and manage performance.
• Citizenship and Service: Model UQ values, lead internal roles, and grow external partnerships.

For more information about this opportunity, please view the complete Appointment Booklet.

If you are unable to access this link, please email talent@uq.edu.au for a copy of the booklet.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About You

• A PhD in clinical research.
• A sustained record of achievement and international recognition in clinical oral health research.
• An excellent record of publications in leading refereed journals and presentations at major international conferences.
• Proven ability to lead research teams and secure significant external research funding from institutional and commercial sources.
• Extensive experience supervising Honours and Higher Degree Research students to successful completion.
• A strong record of academic service and leadership within and beyond your institution.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, and education check.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing the About You section in the appointment booklet

Applications close 16 January 2026 11.00pm AEST (R-56580). Please be advised that interviews are tentatively scheduled to take place in late January to early February.