Faculty Positions

Southern Illinois University Department of Restorative Dentistry Tenure or Clinical Track Faculty Position

Southern Illinois University is seeking applications for a full-time tenure or clinical track faculty position in the Department of Restorative Dentistry. This position will be available July 2008. Responsibilities include didactic, pre-clinical and clinical teaching in Operative Dentistry at the pre-doctoral level, with some teaching at advanced levels and service to the University.

For tenure track appointments, independent research and scholarly activities are also expected. Applicants must have a DDS/DMD degree from an accredited U.S. or Canadian dental school and either possess or be eligible for a dental license in the State of Illinois.

Candidates should have clinical expertise or advanced training in Operative Dentistry. Prior experience in dental education or private practice is highly desirable. The Department is responsible for the disciplines of Operative Dentistry, Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics, Oral Morphology & Occlusion and Dental Materials. Excellence in teaching is integral to the mission of Southern Illinois University and the School of Dental Medicine. Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Opportunity for extramural private practice is available. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae and three references to Dr Ann M Boyle, Dean, Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, 2800 College Avenue, Alton, IL 62002, USA. SIU-SDM is an EEO/AA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. SIUE is a state university—benefits under state-sponsored plans will not be available to holders of F-1 or J-1 visas.

For further information, contact Dr Mark Belcher, Chair, Search Committee, at mbelche@siue.edu.