Dental Science University Professor
しがくけいだいがくきょうじゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Technical College and University Faculty
Summary
Dental science university professors are educational researchers who train dentists and conduct dentistry research in the university's dental faculty.
Description
Dental science university professors conduct lectures and practical training at the university's dental faculty and affiliated hospitals, fostering the next generation of dentists. They also manage their own laboratories, contributing to the academic development of dentistry through planning research themes, conducting experiments, writing papers, and presenting at conferences. Furthermore, developing educational curricula and participating in faculty operation committees are important duties in managing educational organizations.
Future Outlook
Due to the advancement and internationalization of dental education and research, demand for highly specialized faculty will be maintained or increased. Competition for limited positions is fierce. Decline in student numbers due to falling birthrates is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Has ambition / Has cooperativeness / Has curiosity and a spirit of inquiry / Has patience / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Clinical Guidance / Concurrent Research and Education Duties / Flexitime / Research Institute Employment
Career Path
Dentist (Clinical Training) → Assistant Professor → Lecturer → Associate Professor → Professor → Faculty Dean
Required Skills
Dental Clinical Knowledge / Laboratory Techniques / Lecture Guidance / Research Grant Applications / Thesis Writing
Recommended Skills
Committee Operations / English Paper Reading and Writing / Knowledge of Educational Technology / Presentation Skills / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically analyze research themes and data and build educational content. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is essential in clinical education, experiments, and paper writing. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with students and collaborators is necessary. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is required in developing research and educational programs. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Leadership is required in laboratory and faculty operations. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | It is necessary to continuously learn the latest academic knowledge. |
| Planning & Organization | The ability to plan and manage educational curricula and research projects is required. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to solve problems arising in research and educational settings is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with low physical load. |
Related Qualifications
- Dentist License
- Doctoral Degree (Dentistry)
Aliases
- Dental Faculty Professor
- Dentistry Professor
Related Jobs
- Dentist
- Lecturer
- Researcher
- University Professor (Medical, Dental, Pharmaceutical)