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Scholarship Center

Goethe University Frankfurt

Department of Oral Surgery, Implantology and Oral Medicine

 

About the Scholarship Center

The ITI Scholarship Center at Goethe University Frankfurt is embedded within a high-volume tertiary referral center for Oral Surgery, Implantology and Oral Medicine. The department provides advanced surgical and interdisciplinary care with a strong focus on complex implant cases, peri-implant diseases, and reconstructive procedures.

The Scholar will be integrated into a structured clinical and academic environment with close supervision by experienced faculty. The program is designed to provide comprehensive exposure to modern implant dentistry through case-based learning, structured observation of advanced surgical procedures, and active participation in clinical decision-making processes.

Due to regulatory restrictions, the Scholar will not participate in any form of hands-on patient treatment or chairside assistance. The primary focus is on clinical reasoning, treatment planning, and involvement in ongoing clinical and translational research activities.

The academic environment is internationally oriented, with strong research integration and structured mentoring. The program is particularly suited for candidates with prior clinical experience who aim to deepen their expertise in complex implant dentistry and peri-implant disease management from an academic and analytical perspective.

Scholarship Center Chairs

Scholarship Center Chair
Prof. Dr. Frank Schwarz

Department of Oral Surgery, Implantology and Oral Medicine

Activities

Activities during the Scholarship year

Clinical activities the ITI Scholar will participate in during the Scholarship year
Treatment planning sessions
Performing oral hygiene procedures and maintenance
Observing patient treatment
Assisting in patient treatment
Treating patients under faculty supervision: placing implants
Treating patients under faculty supervision: restoring implants
Treating patients alone: placing implants
Treating patients alone: restoring implants
Laboratory and procedures associated with treatment
Local regulations and special requirements the Scholar must fulfill to be able to participate in clinical activities and treat patients

Due to German regulatory requirements, Scholars are not permitted to participate in hands-on patient treatment or chairside assistance within the scope of this program.

Additional information on the clinical activities

The Scholar will be actively involved in case discussions, treatment planning, and structured observation of complex surgical procedures. Emphasis is placed on clinical reasoning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and exposure to advanced referral cases.

Postgraduate education/specialization
Postgraduate training in the following specialty/one of the following specialties is a must:
Postgraduate training in the following specialty/one of the following specialties is an advantage: Periodontology, Oral Surgery or Prosthodontics
Min. three years of professional clinical experience as a qualified dentist required
Min. three years of professional clinical experience as a qualified dentist including implant dentistry required
Research activities the ITI Scholar will participate in during the Scholarship year
Involvement in preclinical research
Involvement in translational research
Involvement in clinical research
Coordinated involvement with existing center research activities
Mentors will be assigned to the Scholar according to their research preference
Scholars will be able to start their own research projects*
Research experience required
Research experience supported by peer-reviewed scientific publications (original papers) is a must.
Research experience supported by peer-reviewed scientific publications (original papers) is desired.
No research experience required.
Additional information on the research activities

This program is designed for candidates seeking advanced academic and clinical insight without direct patient involvement. It is particularly suitable for clinicians aiming to refine their understanding of complex implant cases, peri-implant diseases, and evidence-based decision-making in a high-level academic environment.
Applicants should be motivated to actively engage in clinical discussions, structured observation, and research activities.

During the scholarship year, the Scholar's time will be allocated to the activities below as follows

0%
Patient care
80%
Research
20%
Didactic
Language requirements

Fluency in English is required.
German language skills are an advantage for participation in clinical discussions but are not mandatory.

Additional Information

The ITI Scholar must obtain and maintain their own medical health insurance. The ITI Scholar must also obtain or provide documentation that meets university requirements on all vaccinations necessary to be in patient-facing facilities and obtain the necessary health clearances prior to being granted access to patient serving areas.

Cost of living

We strongly advise you to consider cost of living (housing/rent, food, transportation, etc.) in the city of this ITI Scholarship Center, as certain destinations can be very expensive. It is essential to understand that the ITI scholarship stipend does not cover all living expenses but only contributes to these. Therefore, make sure you are fully aware of the cost of living in the city of this Scholarship Center if you consider applying for it. You must be prepared to co-finance the cost of living out of your own pocket. The ITI cannot provide additional funding during the scholarship year.

Contact details

Prof. Dr. Frank Schwarz
Chair

Clinic of Dental Surgery, Implantology and Oral Medicine

Goethe University Frankfurt

Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt am Main, Germany

E-mail:  [email protected]