About this opportunity
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville lists this FA26-041: Assistant/Associate Professor (depending upon qualifications) opportunity in alton, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville: School of Dental Medicine: Department of Biomedical and Craniofacial Sciences
Location
Alton, IL
Open Date
Mar 02, 2026
Salary Range or Pay Grade
See position description for salary.
Description
The Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine is seeking applications for a full-time tenure track position at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level in the Department of Biomedical and Craniofacial Sciences. This position is in behavioral sciences as pertains to clinical dentistry. This includes didactic instruction as well as support of clinical training and assessment in the application of fundamental principles of behavioral sciences to patient care including interpersonal skills and behavioral/psychological approaches to management of dental patients, communication skills, anxiety, and pain control, etc. Responsibilities include teaching in the predoctoral and postdoctoral programs, as well as independent research and service to the University. Working in collaboration with other faculty, both in research and in teaching, is encouraged.
Biomedical Faculty
Assistant Professor $85,000 - $95,000
Associate Professor $95,000 - $105,000
Professor $105,000 - $115,000
Clinical Dentistry (DMD, DDS) Faculty
Assistant Professor / Clinical Assistant Professor $120,000 - $130,000
Associate Professor / Clinical Associate Professor $130,000 - $140,000
Professor / Clinical Professor $140,000 - $150,000
Terms of Appointment
Academic
Source of Funds
State
Qualifications
This position requires a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a behavioral science field such as psychology, psychiatry, communication studies, or social work and has expertise in behavioral health or health sciences education. Experience integrating behavioral health principles into patient care is desirable. Alternatively, a D.M.D., D.D.S. or equivalent degree with strong foundational training and interest in behavioral sciences would be considered (in which case applicants must be licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Illinois, or be able to meet the requirements for Illinois licensure). Previous teaching experience and/or a record of research accomplishments through publication and external funding are desirable. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Application Deadline
The position will remain open until 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.
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Worksite address
alton, IL, 62002, US
Who can apply
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