EC Dental Science

A self-administered questionnaire had been distributed among dental teachers in the FDM to study some important aspects of the research activities through teachers’ self-assessment and perception. Results showed that the teaching staff is ready and motivated to advance in their career based on individual efforts and cooperation rather than institutionalization of their creative potential. The improvement of the efficiency of teaching staff research and career advancement and satisfaction implies a better knowledge of human and institutional capacity.

Keywords: Teaching Career; Research; Institutional Support; Institutional Recognition

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