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Changes and challenges in Canadian dental faculties
D C Clark1, J Eisner, R A Smith
1Department of Clinical Dental Sciences, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Journal of Dental Education
|March 1, 1992
Summary
Canadian dental faculty desire more research time, impacting teaching and administration. Addressing workload balance and recognition is crucial to retain academics and support future dentists.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Academic Careers
- Faculty Development
Background:
- Canadian dental faculties face evolving career interests among faculty.
- Faculty roles encompass teaching, research, and administration, with potential for imbalance.
- Sources of satisfaction and professional development needs are key concerns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey Canadian dental faculty regarding career interests.
- To identify sources of satisfaction and professional development needs.
- To understand faculty perspectives on workload allocation and recognition.
Main Methods:
- A survey was distributed to Canadian dental faculty members.
- Data collected focused on time allocation, job satisfaction, and career intentions.
- Analysis aimed to identify trends in faculty interests and concerns.
Main Results:
- Faculty expressed a desire for increased time dedicated to research.
- Teaching is a source of satisfaction but often lacks recognition and reward.
- Over 50% of respondents considered leaving academia due to dissatisfaction.
Conclusions:
- Imbalances in workload and reward structures create dissatisfaction among dental faculty.
- Faculties must re-evaluate and rebalance roles to support faculty and students.
- Creating a supportive environment is essential for retaining dental academics and training future dentists.