Assistant Professor Oral Radiology & Digital Dentistry

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Conducting high-quality, independent research in oral radiology and related fields, with results published in leading international journals.
• Teaching, mentoring, and examining students in Bachelor’s, Master’s and Post-graduate programs, and potentially supervising PhD candidates.
• Securing external funding to support research activities.
• Collaborating with colleagues within ACTA and beyond to advance academic and clinical goals.

You will work closely with Dutch and international colleagues, contributing to ACTA’s vision.

Your profile

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• A PhD degree or an equivalent qualification recognized internationally.
• Proven experience in teaching and supervising students at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Fluency in oral and written English. Non-Dutch speakers are encouraged to learn Dutch, and ACTA provides language training to facilitate this transition.

Additional qualifications:

• A dental background with Dutch authorization to practice dentistry within four years of appointment.
• A completed postdoctoral Master's degree in Oral Diagnostics or Medical Imaging is an advantage.
• A completed specialization in Dentomaxillofacial Radiology is highly recommended.

What do we offer?

A challenging position in a socially engaged organisation. At ACTA, you contribute to education, research and service for a better world. And that is valuable. So in return for your efforts, we offer you:

• Attractive fringe benefits and regulations. Some examples:
• • A full-time 38-hour working week comes with a holiday leave entitlement of 232 hours per year.
  • 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus
  • Solid pension scheme (ABP)
  • Optional model for designing a personalized benefits package
  • Good paid parental leave scheme

About us

ACTA is an internationally recognized institution renowned for its excellence in dental education, research, and clinical care. The Department of Oral Radiology & Digital Dentistry focuses on advancing diagnostic imaging, radiation safety, and imaging-guided procedures to enhance patient outcomes. With a collaborative environment that integrates cutting-edge research and innovative teaching, we aim to address the complexities of oral health in a multidisciplinary context.

The department fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture, emphasizing respect, trust, and recognition. ACTA offers a dynamic academic environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities and a strong network of national and international collaborations.

Join us at ACTA and contribute to shaping the future of oral radiology through cutting-edge research and innovative education.