Research (Non- Tenure) Research Assistant Professor

The Department of Periodontics at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track Research faculty (Non-Tenure) position with appointment beginning fall 2026.Applicants will be considered for the faculty title of Research Assistant Professor.

The successful candidate is expected to be an energetic accomplished researcher to drive pioneering research initiatives manage laboratory projects and contribute to the academic mission of the Department and the College. The successful candidate will have opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration securing external funding and mentoring graduate and resident students.

The successful candidate is also expected to develop lead and execute independent and collaborative research projects apply for external research funding publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals mentor graduate students dental residents and postdoctoral fellows and oversee daily laboratory operations compliance and data integrity. Lastly the successful candidate is expected to contribute to the service activities of the Department.

The Department of Periodontics at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry a dynamic and highly motivated clinical department with an exemplary pre-doctoral program and one of the premier specialty training programs in the United States is a recognized leader. The Department is home to a cutting-edge research program an international observership program and a world-renowned Stomatology clinic focusing on mucosal diseases. More information can be found at this link.

The successful candidate must have a PhD in Applied Chemistry hands-on experience in polymer materials design synthesis and characterization expertise in developing animal models for pulp/dentin and periodontal tissue regeneration proficiency in charactereization techniques such as NMR SEM TEM FTIR DSC AFM GPC and hands-on experience with cell culture and related technologies.