Entry Level Assistant Professor of Radiology Jobs
New grad assistant professor of radiology jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong research portfolio or clinical training can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, with employers like Indiana University, University of Missouri-Kansas City, and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley hiring at this level now.
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UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY
School of Dentistry
Department of Oral Pathology, Radiology & Medicine
The UMKC School of Dentistry, founded in 1881, is the only public dental school in Missouri and Kansas, offering eight fully accredited programs. The School provides outstanding education, extensive hands-on clinical training, and real-world community service. Each year, students and faculty deliver care to more than 56,000 patients, while shaping the future of oral health through innovation in teaching, research, and clinical practice.
UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The UMKC Dental School is a partner of the UMKC Health Sciences District. The District strives to be a premier academic health district, engaging in cutting-edge biomedical research and entrepreneurship, delivering state-of-the-science health care, and educating the next generation of health care professionals. UMKC provides unique opportunities for research and health care collaboration across its Schools of: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing & Health Studies, and Pharmacy as well as University Health physicians, regional health care institutions, and the University of Missouri System’s NextGen Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center.
Our School of Dentistry provides a primary oral health workforce pipeline for the region, with alumni comprising roughly half of all practicing dentists in the state. Serving Missouri, Kansas, and surrounding states, the School offers comprehensive predoctoral education alongside advanced education residency programs in General Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, and Endodontics. About Us - UMKC School of Dentistry | UMKC
As part of the School, the Division of Dental Hygiene delivers the state’s only baccalaureate dental hygiene program, preparing graduates for clinical practice, public health, and community-based care. Dental Hygiene - Academic Programs - UMKC School of Dentistry | UMKC
Job Description
The UMKC School of Dentistry Section of Oral and Maxillofacial seeks to fill the position of Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor or Assistant/Associate Professor within the Oral Pathology, Radiology and Medicine Department. Position will be a ranked non-tenure track clinical faculty member or tenured/tenure-track faculty member commensurate with applicant qualifications.
with rank, track, and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Consideration for tenure requires the inclusion of evidence of sustained scholarly/research activity within the application materials.
The successful candidate will provide didactic and clinical instruction in oral and maxillofacial radiology for predoctoral dental (DDS) students and dental hygiene students. Responsibilities include teaching principles of radiology, radiographic interpretation, and supervising students in clinical settings to provide technique assessment, consultative services, and to ensure patient safety and compliance with accreditation standards. Additionally, this position provides graduate level didactic instruction for advanced education residency programs.
Opportunities for faculty practice participation (up to one day per week) may be available, consistent with School policy.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
DDS or DMD degree, or a foreign equivalent professional dental degree
- Completion of a CODA-accredited postgraduate training program in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (minimum 24 months in the U.S.)
- Eligibility for licensure in the State of Missouri, including successful completion of required clinical licensure examinations
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior teaching experience in predoctoral dental and/or dental hygiene programs
To be eligible for a tenure-eligible faculty position, applicants must present:
- an active research schema and demonstrated success or potential for success in obtaining external funding as a Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator
- prior experience or demonstrated ability to teach didactic and clinical courses in an advanced dental education program, and
- evidence of service to and/or participation in organizations which work to advance dental education and research
Anticipated Hiring Range
Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experience and evidence of success in externally funded research. This is a 12-month, benefit-eligible, full-time (1.0) faculty appointment eligible for ranked promotion. Our academic schedules and workload provide for a positive work/life balance.
UMKC offers full benefits that start day one, paid time off, paid winter break, tuition discounts at all 4 UM System campuses for full-time employees and qualifying dependents, and continuing education benefits. Visit our Total Rewards page to learn more about our benefits package we offer to acknowledge our employees as the university's most important resource.
Application Materials
For consideration, you must apply online at Careers - Human Resources | University of Missouri-Kansas City, click Academic Positions/Prospective Employees (Job Opening ID 61208).
- Complete the job application including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, questionnaire, and current contact information.
- Application materials
- Letter of interest which provides your qualifications and experience for a ranked clinical faculty position or tenure-eligible faculty position
- For a tenure eligible position: description of research interests, any external funding, and goals
- Curriculum vitae
- Names, complete and current contact information for professional references
- These references can remain confidential for most of the application process.
- Letter of interest which provides your qualifications and experience for a ranked clinical faculty position or tenure-eligible faculty position
Please combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).
- If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .
- For questions and correspondence about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number including job identification number 61208.
- Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Equity and Title IX at (816) 235-6910.
Official higher education transcripts will be required for candidates advancing as finalists. We will contact references for finalists; candidates will receive prior notification if references will be contacted. Selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal background check prior to employment.
Handling of Application Materials
After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department and faculty in all departments involved.
Application Deadline
Review of applications begins upon receipt; the position remains open until a qualified candidate is hired.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship may be available for candidates currently in the United States in H-1B status or other work-authorized status.
Other Information
UMKC is a public, urban, research university with more than 16,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System. Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with multifarious communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, more economically secure, and socially just quality of life. About - Home Suite | UMKC
Community Information
A City on the Rise: Big City Life and Midwest Charm, Kansas City offers the best of both worlds - a vibrant, urban community with midwestern appeal and an affordable cost of living. The university is located in a Kansas City metropolitan area that is among the most entrepreneurial cities in America with a population of more than 2.4 million. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both the Volker and Health Sciences campuses. Our community boasts championship professional athletic teams, NASCAR racing, a new international airport and a rich history of music and performing arts. Our beautiful state provides rivers, lakes, biking/hiking trails and mountains for outdoor enthusiasts all within an easy drive.
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Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
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Entry Level Assistant Professor of Radiology Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level assistant professor of radiology job?
Start by completing a residency or fellowship in radiology, as most entry level academic positions expect at least some clinical training beyond your medical degree. A record of published research or conference presentations gives you a clear edge in academic hiring. Preparing a teaching statement and a research agenda tailored to the department's focus helps your application stand out from other new graduates.
Which companies hire entry level assistant professor of radiologys?
Companies hiring entry level assistant professor of radiologys right now include Indiana University, University of Missouri-Kansas City, and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from academic medical centers, university-affiliated hospitals, and health systems with active research or teaching missions.
Are there remote entry level assistant professor of radiology jobs?
Yes, though most positions in this role are on-site given the clinical and teaching responsibilities involved. About 25% of entry level assistant professor of radiology openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in subspecialties like teleradiology or in institutions with distributed teaching programs.
Are these new grad assistant professor of radiology jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates at the start of their academic careers. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of post-training experience, values internship or fellowship work, and may consider a strong research portfolio in place of a long employment history.
Which industries hire the most entry level assistant professor of radiologys?
Entry Level assistant professor of radiology roles concentrate in Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they combine active patient care with academic missions that require junior faculty to teach residents and contribute to departmental research programs.