Job summary
Applications
are invited from outstanding clinical academics for a National Institute for
Health and Care Research (NIHR) Academic Clinical Lecturer in Oral Surgery OR
Post-CCT Orthodontics at Bristol Dental School. The post is available
immediately. This full-time clinical academic training post is based at Bristol
Dental School with clinical training primarily at University Hospitals Bristol
and Weston NHS Foundation Trust. We welcome applications from candidates who
have completed a PhD or equivalent doctoral research degree and who wish to
combine post-doctoral research training linked to specialty training in oral
surgery OR who have a PhD and CCST in orthodontics who wish to combine
post-doctoral academic training with post-CCT training in orthodontics.
The
clinical training programme will follow the curriculum recommended by the SAC
in Oral Surgery OR post-CCT orthodontics and is designed to fulfil the
requirements of the General Dental Council leading to a certificate of
completion of specialist training. The post will give a wide experience of
services within an NHS organisation which will be integral to the appropriate
Managed Clinical Network. The expected outcome of the clinical training
programme is the preparation for a successful outcome in the specialty
membership examination (for Oral Surgery) and the award of a CCST in Oral
Surgery or completion of post-CCST training in orthodontics and eligibility to
apply for an NHS consultant post.
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached job description for a breakdown of
the main duties of this post that goes from standard responsibilities to
additional responsibilities
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to work at Bristol
Dental School. We have made unprecedented investment in dental education to
better meet the needs of our students, patients and local communities. You will
work in a modern, cutting-edge School alongside dedicated and talented
educators and researchers. Our work is supported by experienced teams in
professional services, clinical services management, dental technology, and
nursing. You will benefit from working with our bright, motivated, and engaging
students and help shape their futures as members of the dental professions. You
will have opportunities for personal career development, including attaining
formal teaching qualifications, continuing professional development, and reap
the rewards of working in a University setting. In turn, we are looking for
individuals who are passionate about what they do, and can translate that
passion into high-quality teaching, research, and - in this role leadership.
Our clinical teaching facility Bristol Dental School has an excellent track
record in research and teaching and has invested heavily in an exciting future.
Teaching predominately takes place within the new state-of-the-art Dental
School at 1 Trinity Quay, with some teaching delivered from the main University
precinct and with placements in local NHS Trusts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job
description for further details including a breakdown of the role
responsibilities and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job
description for further details including a breakdown of the role
responsibilities and person specification.
Person Specification
Educational and personal aspects
Essential
- Demonstration of understanding and commitment to academic career
- Indication of medium and long-term career goals
- Demonstration of educational reasons for applying to a NIHR CL
Professional skills
Essential
- Evidence of team working skills
- Evidence of leadership potential
Qualifications
Essential
- Registerable clinical qualification (e.g. BDS)
- To have and maintain full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council
- Higher degree (PhD or equivalent). Note that, if not already awarded, the PhD thesis must be submitted before the closing date for this job application and be awarded before taking up the post.
- For orthodontics: CCST in orthodontics
- Evidence of achievement of general professional competencies
- Completion of Foundation Training (or equivalent) by time of appointment, as appropriate
Desirable
- Evidence of commitment to GDC specialty
- Intercalated honour for BSc and/or additional qualifications, e.g., MSc
- Distinction or honours during BDS programme
- Completion of academic programme (e.g., academic foundation or academic clinical fellowship)
- GDPs may hold further qualifications in primary care (eg. FFGDP) or be on a specialty list relevant to a primary care specialism
Experience
Essential
- Demonstration of acquisition of the level of knowledge and skills necessary for the completion of general professional training with an emphasis on academic competencies
- Demonstration of an understanding of, and commitment to, an academic career
- Demonstration of the potential for scientific independence and the ability to lead a research team
- Potential to become a leader in chosen field
Desirable
- Knowledge of the centre hosting the research and how this is best placed to support the research, education, and training needs
- Prizes or distinctions
- Presentation of work at a national or international meeting
- Significant publications in peer-reviewed journals
Other criteria
Essential
- A willingness to contribute to the wider administrative activities of the School as outlined in the job description and additional duties as requested by the Head of School
- To contribute to the civic responsibilities of the Dental School, Faculty and University as outlined in our Vision for the University of Bristol
Person Specification
Educational and personal aspects
Essential
- Demonstration of understanding and commitment to academic career
- Indication of medium and long-term career goals
- Demonstration of educational reasons for applying to a NIHR CL
Professional skills
Essential
- Evidence of team working skills
- Evidence of leadership potential
Qualifications
Essential
- Registerable clinical qualification (e.g. BDS)
- To have and maintain full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council
- Higher degree (PhD or equivalent). Note that, if not already awarded, the PhD thesis must be submitted before the closing date for this job application and be awarded before taking up the post.
- For orthodontics: CCST in orthodontics
- Evidence of achievement of general professional competencies
- Completion of Foundation Training (or equivalent) by time of appointment, as appropriate
Desirable
- Evidence of commitment to GDC specialty
- Intercalated honour for BSc and/or additional qualifications, e.g., MSc
- Distinction or honours during BDS programme
- Completion of academic programme (e.g., academic foundation or academic clinical fellowship)
- GDPs may hold further qualifications in primary care (eg. FFGDP) or be on a specialty list relevant to a primary care specialism
Experience
Essential
- Demonstration of acquisition of the level of knowledge and skills necessary for the completion of general professional training with an emphasis on academic competencies
- Demonstration of an understanding of, and commitment to, an academic career
- Demonstration of the potential for scientific independence and the ability to lead a research team
- Potential to become a leader in chosen field
Desirable
- Knowledge of the centre hosting the research and how this is best placed to support the research, education, and training needs
- Prizes or distinctions
- Presentation of work at a national or international meeting
- Significant publications in peer-reviewed journals
Other criteria
Essential
- A willingness to contribute to the wider administrative activities of the School as outlined in the job description and additional duties as requested by the Head of School
- To contribute to the civic responsibilities of the Dental School, Faculty and University as outlined in our Vision for the University of Bristol
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
