Applications are invited for appointment as Full-time/Fractional Senior Clinical Practitioner/Clinical Practitioner in Cariology of the Faculty of Dentistry (Ref.: 522472) to commence in November 2023, on a one-year temporary basis.

For appointment as Clinical Practitioner/Senior Clinical Practitioner, applicants must possess a BDS degree or equivalent, and must demonstrate sound clinical experience as well as evidence of sustained development through continuing professional education or formal advanced education such as a Membership in General Dentistry by examination, Advanced Education in General Dentistry by examination or an MDS degree or equivalent. 

In addition, for appointment as Senior Clinical Practitioner, applicants must possess additionally a Fellowship by examination (or by formal assessment) or Board Certification in General Dentistry by examination, or a clinical specialist status or equivalent.  Their clinical expertise should enjoy regional acclaim as evidenced by extensive clinical or teaching experience, regional clinical publications/presentations, and regional recognition of clinical excellence in the comprehensive treatment of dental patients and preferably a higher qualification in Conservative Dentistry, General Dental Practice or Family Dentistry.  

The appointees will supervise clinical teaching of undergraduate students pertaining to the nominated Discipline (including Comprehensive Dental Care), as well as clinical service; and assist with managing students’ families of patients.  Senior Clinical Practitioners who are registered as a specialist may also provide clinical training to postgraduate students depending on the nominated Discipline.  Enquiries about the duties of the posts should be sent to Professor M.F. Burrow at mfburr58@hku.hk.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.  The appointments on fixed term will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.  For Senior Clinical Practitioner posts, housing benefits will be provided as applicable.

The University only accepts online applications for the above posts.  Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V.  Closes August 26, 2023.