Clinical Lecturer in Restorative Dentistry

University of Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution is looking for a Clinical Lecturer in Restorative Dentistry with Monospeciality training in Endodontics. The successful candidate will engage in teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, while also being involved in clinical training aimed at leading to a CCST in Endodontics. Applicants must possess a BChD or BDS degree and demonstrate a commitment to pursuing an academic career. Excellent training facilities and a supportive environment for clinical teaching and practice are available.

Qualifications

• Completed foundation training/relevant general professional training.
• Developed clinical competencies in Restorative disciplines.
• Strong commitment to the specialty with clear career objectives.

Responsibilities

• Participate in undergraduate and potentially postgraduate teaching.
• Provide high-quality education and support to students.
• Manage assessments and contribute to course planning.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Clinical competencies in Restorative disciplines

Commitment to academic career

Education

BChD or BDS degree (or equivalent)

Job description

Clinical Lecturer in Restorative Dentistry with Monospeciality training in Endodontics

Are you interested in developing an academic career alongside a role in teaching undergraduate dental students in Restorative Dentistry? Do you want to provide excellence in clinical patient delivery in Endodontics?

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is passionate about teaching in Restorative Dentistry. You will be an individual who wishes to pursue specialist training in Endodontics and to contribute to the development of undergraduate dentists. The post will be split with 50% academic activities and 50% clinical training and is available for up to six years according to the training needs of the candidate. You will be awarded a training contract with the Regional Postgraduate Dean in the specialist registrar/specialty trainee grade (or equivalent) with an honorary contract with the appropriate NHS Trust.

The appointment is subject to being benchmarked through the Restorative Dentistry National Recruitment process (expected to take place between March - May 2026) to ensure candidates are at an appropriate level to undertake clinical training starting in September 2026. You would be expected to apply independent of this application to the Restorative Speciality training recruitment for benchmarking (Dental Specialty Training | Dental Hub ). The successful completion of the approved training programme will lead to a CCST in Endodontics.

To be eligible to apply for this lectureship, you will have a BChD or BDS degree (or equivalent) and hold full registration with the UK General Dental Council. You will have completed foundation training/relevant general professional training or the equivalent and have developed clinical competencies in Restorative disciplines. Evidence of a commitment and enthusiasm for pursuing an academic career in Restorative Dentistry and commitment to the specialty with clear career objectives are an essential requirement.

Academic activities

The role involves participating in undergraduate and potentially postgraduate teaching and supervision in Restorative Dentistry, providing high-quality education and support to students, and managing assessments. Additionally, the role includes contributing to the planning and review of courses, engaging in scholarship and innovative educational approaches, and fulfilling administrative duties within the School, Faculty, and University.

We would expect the successful candidate to take annual leave predominantly outside of University term-time.

You will report to Head of Department and Division of Restorative Dentistry.

Clinical activities (see Appendix for additional information)

The post has approval by the Postgraduate Dean for specialist training leading to a CCST in Endodontics. An NTN will be awarded and training will commence after successful benchmarking through the Restorative Dentistry National Recruitment process to ensure candidates are at an appropriate level to undertake clinical training.

Within Restorative Dentistry, there are out-patient clinics providing services in all aspects of Restorative Dentistry, and comprehensive laboratory facilities are available. Most clinical sessions will be spent in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at Leeds Dental Institute. Treatment sessions within the endodontics along with other areas of restorative dentistry will be carried out throughout the whole tenure of the post, according to a weekly rota. Clinical facilities are excellent.

Excellent clinical experience and training will be gained from participation in a wide variety of Consultant Clinics seeing patients referred by general dental and medical practitioners and Consultant colleagues for a range of specialist advice and treatments under the supervision of the Consultants.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Professor Nic Hodson, Head of Division of Restorative Dentistry