"Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Health Sciences (Dental Hygiene/Dental Therapy)"

The School of Health Sciences is seeking a passionate and forward-thinking educator to join our pioneering dental education team. As part of our commitment to the continued development of our Dental Hygiene and Therapy programme, we are seeking to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer (depending on experience) to provide academic leadership, programme development, and an excellent student learning experience. This is a full time and permanent role.

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of dental hygiene and therapy education in Wales. You will play a central role in delivering innovative teaching, developing clinical placement opportunities with partners including Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board and Health Education and Improvement Wales, and ensuring our programmes remain aligned with General Dental Council standards. There will also be opportunities to expand the programmes offered across the dental field including the University’s aspiration to establish a School for Dental Surgery.

We are looking for an enthusiastic academic and practitioner who is:

• Registered with the GDC and experienced in UK dental hygiene/therapy practice
• Skilled in higher education teaching and curriculum development
• Committed to inspiring and supporting the next generation of oral health professionals
• Excited to collaborate with colleagues, professional bodies, and external stakeholders

The role is based on campus at Bangor, with flexibility to work remotely within the UK as part of our Dynamic Working framework. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable.

Join us and contribute to a student-focused, research-informed, and community-engaged School that is shaping the future of healthcare education in North Wales and beyond.

Applications will also be considered to carry out this role on a part-time or job share basis.

Closing date for applications: 03 November 2025

Interested applicants are invited to contact Dr Elizabeth Mason, Deputy Head of School at e.mason@bangor.ac.uk.