Faculty Position FY23-040
January 11, 2023
Position Title
Assistant/Associate Professor or
Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor, Pediatric Dentistry (depending upon qualifications)
Subject to budgetary/Chancellor approvals
Hiring Unit
SIU School of Dental Medicine, Department of Pediatric Dentistry
Job Description
The SIU School of Dental Medicine is in search for an Assistant/Associate Professor or Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Pediatric Dentistry. This is a full-time, tenure or clinical track position. This position's responsibilities include all aspects of didactic and clinical education in pediatric dentistry for both predoctoral students and postdoctoral Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residents. The Section of Pediatric Dentistry provides instruction, supervision and treatment in the Main Clinic of the SIU-SOM, the East St. Louis Clinic of the SIU-SOM, the Surgical Center in our Advanced Care Clinic, and at Alton Memorial Hospital. The candidate must be eligible for privileges at these facilities.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable in providing lectures in a pre-clinical setting and supervision and instruction in the care of a diverse pediatric patient population who present with varying degrees of challenges in their lives.
The SIU School of Dental Medicine provides students with many options and advantages while preparing for their professional careers. As the only dental school in Illinois that is outside the Chicago metropolitan area, the small student body and intimate environment promote excellent student-to-faculty interaction. From the latest technology in today's oral health care field; a state-of-the-art clinic; and the lowest dental school tuition in Illinois, graduate from SIU are prepared to be among the best general practitioners of dentistry in the country. For more information on the School of Dental Medicine, visit us online at: https://www.siue.edu/dental/
Minimum Qualifications
A D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree from a US or Canadian dental school, or foreign equivalent. A teaching or permanent license to practice dentistry in the state of Illinois, or the qualifications to obtain one. Candidates must be graduates of an advanced education program in Pediatric Dentistry and be board eligible or board certified. Prior dental teaching experience is desirable.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. SIUE is committed to education that explores the historic significance of diversity in order to understand the present and to better enable our community to engage the future. Integral to this commitment, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville strives for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups, including women, members of racially minoritized groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply. For more on our State of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans
Source of Funds
State
Salary
Commensurate with qualifications. Opportunity for extramural faculty practice is available.
Terms of Appointment
Full-time, continuing, tenure-track position beginning as soon as possible.
Application Process
Please submit letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and three letters of references to:
Dr. S. Drukteinis, Dean
SIU School of Dental Medicine
2800 College Avenue
Alton, IL 62002
sdrukte@siue.edu
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and 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. 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 EmploymentHR@siue.edu.
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Dual Career Support for New Faculty
The Career Development Center, in partnership with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project, is proud to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. This program offers various career services and resources available to help individuals in their career journey. Additional details may be found online at Dual Career Support
Faculty Development and Other Support
Several units across campus offer various programs and training opportunities to new faculty members as they begin their employment at SIUE. Support units include but are not limited to the Faculty Development Center Ombuds Services , Office of Research and Projects, and Inclusive Excellence, Education, and Development Hub.
Employee Benefits
To support faculty in balancing work and family obligations, SIUE offers an exceptional array of comprehensive benefits including:
*Medical, dental and vision insurance;
*Life insurance;
*SURS retirement plan;
*Supplemental retirement savings plans;
*Generous holiday schedule;
*WorkLife programs;
*Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
*Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
*Flexible Spending Account Program;
*University tuition waivers (Employee and Dependents).
For more information, visit: SIUE Office of Human Resources- Benefits
