Dr Saloni Singh
Lecturer
School of Dentistry
College of Health
Dr Singh completed a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Adelaide in 2016. She works in private practice and is also a lecturer within the Adelaide Dental School. As part of her academic role, she co-ordinates the second-year clinical program in the Bachelor of Dental Surgery Program.
As an early career academic and researcher, she is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Health and Medical Sciences (Hons), with a special interest in Neurodiversity in the Health Professions. As part of her Honours project, she is leading a national study to better understand and support the needs of this population.
In the wider profession, she currently serves as one of 12 state councillors for the South Australian branch of the Australian Dental Association (ADA). She is also the state representative on the Federal Recent Graduates Advisory Panel. She is the South Australian Chair of the ADA Recent Graduates Committee and is a member of the Communications, and Environment/Sustainability Committees. Her work has been recognised by the prestigious International Pierre Fauchard Academy and the International College of Dentists, earning her Fellowships from both. Dr Singh's involvement in the wider profession and understanding of the dental landscape in Australia informs her research.
Dr Singh has experience in talent acquisition and managing casual staff, teaching within the School of Dentistry, and demonstrating leadership in the profession. As part of her various roles, she has been involved in organising and leading workshops, lecturing and public speaking, and mentoring students and other dental professionals.
| Date | Position | Institution name |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 - ongoing | Lecturer | Adelaide University |
| 2024 - ongoing | Lecturer | University of Adelaide |
| Date | Type | Title | Institution Name | Country | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Research Award | ANZAHPE Pre-Registration Student Award | ANZAHPE | Australia | - |
| 2025 | Award | National Emerging Young Lecturer Award | Pierre Fauchard Academy and Australian Dental Association | Australia | $5000 |
| 2024 | Fellowship | Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy | PFA - International | Australia | - |
| 2024 | Fellowship | Fellow of the International College of Dentists | International College of Dentists | Australia | - |
| Date | Institution name | Country | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 - 2026 | University of Adelaide | Australia | Bachelor of Health and Medical Sciences (Hons) |
| 2012 - 2016 | University of Adelaide | Australia | Bachelor of Dental Surgery |
Dr Singh is the coordinator of second year clinic in the Bachelor of Dental Surgery Program and is involved in teaching across the third, fourth and fifth years of the course. In the past, she has been involved with teaching the Adult Scope of the Bachelor of Oral Health Program. Her extensive clinical experience helps to inform her teaching and enrich the student learning experience.
| Date | Role | Board name | Institution name | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 - ongoing | Board Member | Australian Dental Association South Australian Branch Council | Australian Dental Association | Australia |
| Date | Role | Committee | Institution | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 - ongoing | Member | Environment and Sustainability | Australian Dental Association South Australian Branch | Australia |
| 2021 - ongoing | Member | Communications | Australian Dental Association South Australia | Australia |
| 2019 - ongoing | Chair | ADASA Recent Graduates Committee | Australian Dental Association South Australian Branch | Australia |
| Date | Role | Membership | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 - ongoing | Member | Australian and New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators | Australia |
| Date | Institution | Department | Organisation Type | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 - ongoing | Australian Dental Association | Federal Recent Graduates Advisory Panel. | Advocacy | Australia |
| Date | Title | URL | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 - ongoing | International College of Dentists | https://icd.org/ | Membership in the College, signified by the honorary title of Fellow International College of Dentists (FICD), is by invitation only. The honour is bestowed upon those dentists who have made significant contributions to the profession or their communities and have successfully completed a thorough peer review process. |
| 2024 - ongoing | Fellowship of the Pierre Fauchard Academy | https://fauchard.org/ | The Pierre Fauchard Academy is an international dental honour organization founded in 1936 that recognizes leaders and future leaders in the profession. The honour of fellowship is conferred on those dentists who have demonstrated that they have ‘served’ and/or have great potential for service and leadership. Fellowship is extended to fewer than 3% internationally whom colleagues have recognized as the best. Fellowship is by nomination only.
PFA Fellows focus on professionalism, integrity, and ethics worldwide. PFA Fellows serve as worthy role models, advance dentistry to the highest level, support and honour colleagues for their distinguished work, conduct research, support public service, and provide excellence in programs, education, and leadership in oral health care. |
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