Position Summary: The School of Health Sciences at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant Instructor/Assistant Lecturer position within the Dental Hygiene program, beginning August 13, 2025.  This is a full-time, term, nine-month, non-tenure track position.

The target salary offer for this position is $45,000.00 annually. This position is represented by SIU Carbondale Non-Tenure Track Faculty Association/IEA-NEA.  For more information regarding salary and other details please visit:  https://laborrelations.siu.edu/labor-contracts/.

Examples of Duties: 

• Provide direct classroom/laboratory/clinical instruction and office hours as assigned.
• Teach various didactic courses as well as provide clinical and laboratory instruction and evaluation in the Dental Hygiene program.
• Participate in other program responsibilities associated with accreditation standards such as course and program development, evaluation, assessment, and quality assurance.
• Participate in professional practice, seminars, or workshops necessary to maintain up-to-date skills in the Dental Hygiene program.
• Some travel may be expected based on workload assignment.
• Engage in other duties as determined by the Director of the School of Health Sciences
• Other duties as assigned.

Contact:               Valerie Boyer, valboyer@siu.edu

Application Deadline: 7/18/25

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars.  We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master’s degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.

The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: https://jobs.siu.edu/.

SIU Carbondale is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status.

Please use the following link to apply:  https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/siu/jobs/4986555/ntt-faculty-dental-hygiene

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene or a related field by start date of the position. For individuals holding a bachelor’s degree, the appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Instructor.  Must earn a Master’s degree within two years of date of hire to be eligible for continued appointment.
• Licensed in Illinois as a Dental Hygienist, or be eligible for license by August 13, 2025.
• Have a minimum of 1.5 years’ work experience as a dental hygienist with certification in local anesthesia.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Education or a related field. Applicants with a Master’s degree will be hired at the rank of Assistant Lecturer.
• Dentrix experience is preferred.

Required Documents:  Letter of application, CV, Transcripts, Professional License, and contact information for three references.