researchMumbai, India (Hybrid)·Full-time

Dental Research Fellow

Lead clinical research initiatives at the intersection of dentistry and technology — evaluating AI-assisted diagnostic tools, clinical workflow optimization, and digital health standards (ABDM) for the Indian dental ecosystem.

Clinical Dentistry, Research Methods, ABDM, DICOM, AI/ML

What you'll do

  • Design and conduct clinical studies evaluating AI-assisted diagnostic tools (perio, radiology, imaging)
  • Develop and validate clinical workflows for digital dental practices
  • Research ABDM (Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission) integration standards for dental records
  • Publish research findings in peer-reviewed dental journals and present at conferences
  • Collaborate with engineering on DICOM imaging, ICD-10 coding, and clinical data models
  • Create evidence-based clinical guidelines for AI-assisted dental decision support
  • Evaluate Neurax AI conversation quality against clinical best practices
  • Partner with dental colleges and institutes for multi-site research studies

What we're looking for

  • BDS or equivalent dental qualification (MDS preferred)
  • 2+ years of clinical dental practice experience
  • Experience with dental research methodology and study design
  • Understanding of digital dentistry (intraoral scanning, CBCT, DICOM)
  • Knowledge of Indian healthcare regulations and ABDM framework
  • Strong scientific writing and publication track record

Nice to have

  • PhD in Dental Sciences or Public Health
  • Experience with AI/ML in healthcare (diagnostic imaging, NLP)
  • Familiarity with HL7 FHIR and health data interoperability standards
  • Experience with clinical trials and IRB/ethics committee processes
  • Membership in Indian Dental Association (IDA) or international dental research societies

Benefits

Research budget for conferences, publications, and equipment
Access to clinical datasets and AI tooling
Collaboration with dental institutes across India
Flexible work arrangements (field research + remote)
Health insurance for you and family
Conference travel budget (national + international)

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