Job Opportunity:

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville invites applications for a full-time tenure or clinical track position in the Section of Pediatric Dentistry at the School of Dental Medicine.

About the Role:

We are seeking an accomplished dental professional and passionate educator to join our team as a Professor of Pediatric Dentistry. As a faculty member, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of dentistry by providing comprehensive didactic and clinical education to both predoctoral students and postdoctoral Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residents.

Responsibilities:

• Dynamic Teaching: Deliver engaging lectures in a pre-clinical setting, sharing your expertise and knowledge with eager students.
• Clinical Supervision: Provide hands-on supervision and instruction in the care of a diverse pediatric patient population, where every day presents unique challenges and learning opportunities.
• Clinical Practice: Participate in pediatric dental treatment in various clinical settings, including the Main Clinic of the School of Dental Medicine, the East St. Louis Clinic, and at Alton Memorial Hospital.

Requirements:

• Eligibility for privileges at our affiliated facilities, especially Alton Memorial Hospital.
• A commitment to providing exceptional education and mentorship to our students and residents.
• Comfort and expertise in working with a diverse pediatric patient population, including those facing unique life challenges.

About Us:

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 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. We strive for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive.