Associate Professor - Radiology (Body Imaging)

Department

SOM KC Radiology

Faculty

Position Title

Associate Professor - Radiology (Body Imaging)

Job Family Group

Academic

Job Description Summary

The Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiology, provides high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centered care within their area of specialization, including the management of abdominal and pelvic imaging. This position offers the opportunity to practice comprehensive body imaging in a high-volume, tertiary care academic medical center while contributing to education, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The selected candidate will join a collegial team of subspecialty-trained radiologists supported by advanced technology, strong institutional resources, and a culture that values clinical excellence, innovation, and academic distinction.

Job Description

Job Duties Outlined:

• Provide specialized clinical, educational, and/or research services in body imaging using current, evidence-based practices and advanced imaging techniques.
• Interpret a broad spectrum of abdominal and pelvic imaging studies, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and radiography.
• Perform and interpret advanced body imaging studies, including multiphasic CT and MRI for evaluation of the liver, pancreas, and genitourinary system, as well as MRCP, MR enterography, and oncologic imaging.
• Deliver comprehensive services across clinical and academic settings, supported by high-quality technologist and nursing teams, efficient workflows, and robust imaging infrastructure.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams including gastroenterology, hepatology, transplant surgery, urology, medical oncology, and surgical oncology through tumor boards and multidisciplinary conferences to support patient care and program development.
• Contribute to the education, training, and mentorship of medical students, residents, fellows, and other learners within the Department of Radiology.
• Participate in departmental and divisional meetings, case conferences, teaching rounds, seminars, and other academic activities as assigned.
• Engage in scholarly activity, clinical program development, and ongoing professional development to advance expertise in body imaging.
  
  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

Education: MD or DO (or equivalent).

• This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.
  
  

Certifications/Licenses

• ABR board certified/eligible in Diagnostic Radiology.
• Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri.
  
  

Work Experience: Completion of a 12-month Abdominal/Body Imaging fellowship.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
  
  

If selected as a final candidate for this position, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records that will allow the University of Kansas Medical Center to conduct a further background check with former employers. A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time