We are looking for a motivated dental student to conduct a research year working in clinical research project conducted by 3Shape in collaboration with a private dental clinic (PI: Mia Byrel).

The project offers the opportunity to participate in a clinical investigation focused on the evaluation of emerging diagnostic technologies in dentistry. Likewise, you will get an opportunity to work across both industry and clinic.

Project Description

This study is designed as a post-market, prospective, real-world clinical investigation assessing the in vivo performance of the proximal caries detection functionality embedded in the Diagnostics Plus software, used in conjunction with the TRIOS 6 intraoral scanner.

Approximately 30 patients attending routine dental examinations and presenting with a history of proximal caries will be enrolled in the period September 2026 to February 2027.

The primary objectives are to:

• Evaluate the diagnostic performance of the technology in detecting proximal caries lesions

• Compare hyperspectral imaging findings with established reference modalities, including bitewing radiographs and transillumination (Diagnocam)

• Generate evidence and potentially publish the results in a peer reviewed journal

Role

The research year student will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, and the 3Shape Clinical Research team and will contribute to multiple aspects of the study, including:

• Participation in clinical data and image acquisition

• Data management and documentation in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

• Support in study coordination and execution

• Contribution to data analysis and interpretation

• Opportunity to contribute to drafting a scientific manuscript for publication

Learning Outcomes

The position offers structured training and experience in:

• Conduct of clinical studies involving medical devices

• Diagnostic imaging and digital dentistry workflows

• Clinical data handling and regulatory-compliant documentation

• Data analysis and scientific reporting

• Collaboration across clinical and industry environments

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled in a dentistry program

• Have a strong interest in clinical research and evidence-based dentistry

• Demonstrate a high level of organization, attention to detail, and professionalism

• Possess proficient communication skills in Danish and English

• Have flexibility to possibly commute between different sites (Classensgade clinic and 3Shape office)

Project Period

September 2026 – June 2027

Employment Conditions

The research project will take place from September 2026 to June 2027. During this period, you will be hired as a paid intern, with expected working time around 30-37 hours

During this period, the researcher will be supervised by:

• Principal Investigator (Clinical Supervisor):
  Mia Byrel (Tandlægerne Classensgade)

• Industry Supervisor:
  Marianne Mikkelsen, Head of Clinical Research (3Shape)

For questions regarding the position or the project, please contact: Marianne.Mikkelsen@3shape.com.

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• Central Copenhagen location

• 3Shape is a globally recognized tech company.

• An attractive healthcare package to keep you fit and well.

• Breakfast every day, and a delicious and healthy lunch cooked by our private chefs.

• A joint purpose: to enable dentists to provide superior dental care to every patient, every time.

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About us

3Shape started with a simple idea - to make 3D scanning better. First, we applied it to the hearing industry, then we succeeded in dentistry. Twenty years later, 3Shape has 2,000+ employees globally. With the help of dental professionals and amazing colleagues we’re creating award-winning scanning and CAD/CAM solutions to change dentistry together! Together, we contribute to a better world. Experience the everyday #lifeat3Shape across the globe on LinkedIn.