FA27-035: Assistant/Associate Professor or Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor

SIUE; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Dental Medicine is seeking applications for a full-time tenure or clinical track position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level in the Department of Prosthodontics and Endodontics.

Responsibilities include didactic and clinical teaching in the pre-doctoral program, with an emphasis on Removable & Fixed Prosthodontics, and service to the University.

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD degree required.
• Postgraduate prosthodontics training preferred.
• Board certification or eligibility preferred.
• MS degree preferred.
• Experience in teaching and research desired.
• Illinois dental license or eligible for licensure.
• Academic rank and salary commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach didactic and clinical prosthodontics in pre-doctoral program.
• Contribute to graduate education and scholarly activity.
• Engage in research and collaboration with faculty.
• Participate in service to the University and department.

Skills

Teaching

Prosthodontics

Research interest

Education

DMD/DDS

MS degree

Job description

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville: School of Dental Medicine: Department of Prosthodontics and Endodontics

Open Date

Oct 13, 2026

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$120,000 to $155,000 annually

Description

The Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine is seeking applications for a full-time tenure or clinical track position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level in the Department of Prosthodontics and Endodontics. Responsibilities include didactic and clinical teaching in the pre-doctoral program, with an emphasis on Removable & Fixed Prosthodontics, and service to the University. As programs expand, participation in graduate education while helping advance the department's mission through innovation, collaboration, and academic excellence. For tenure-track appointments, independent research and scholarly activity is also expected. Working in collaboration with other faculty, both in research and teaching, is strongly encouraged. Extramural/intramural faculty practice is available.

• Asst Prof/Clin Asst Prof: $120,000 to $145,000
• Assoc Prof/Clin Assoc Prof: $130,000 to $155,000
• Prof/Clin Prof: $140,000 to $165,000

Source of Funds State

Qualifications

• A D.M.D. or D.D.S. degree (or foreign equivalent) is required.
• Specialty training in prosthodontics from a CODA accredited postgraduate program is preferred.
• Candidates who are board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Prosthodontics are preferred.
• Candidates holding an MS degree are preferred.
• Demonstrated interest and experience in teaching and research are desired.
• Applicants must be licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Illinois, or be able to meet the requirements for Illinois licensure.
• Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Deadline The position will remain open until filled.

Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.

Employment is contingent upon satisfying all legal requirements as set forth by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in regard to employability in the United States. SIUE makes no representation, warranty, or agreement that third parties, including government agencies, will approve submitted documents, applications, or petitions for an H-1B visa or Optional Practical Training.

SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. The State of Illinois requires that immigrant employees achieve H-1 status before they become eligible for certain benefits.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or email [e-mail].

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.