ASSOCIATE DEAN of Clinical Affairs, UMKC SCHOOL of DENTISTRY / Tenure-Eligible Associate/Full Professor -or- Ranked Associate/Full Clinical Professor

KANSAS CITY, MOPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from University of Missouri-Kansas City

• Job overview

  The Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs at UMKC School of Dentistry is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing clinical operations and enhancing the clinical education environment, combining administrative and faculty duties as a tenure-eligible or clinical professor.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves strategic leadership of clinical operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and accreditation standards, overseeing quality assurance and patient care, supervising faculty and staff, aligning clinical education with academic goals, managing health record systems, and collaborating on clinical billing and compliance.

• Compensation and benefits

  Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, with a 12-month full-time faculty appointment eligible for tenure or ranked promotion. Benefits include generous leave, health plans, retirement contributions, and a positive work/life balance.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must have a DDS/DMD and Missouri license or eligibility. Previous leadership experience is desirable. Tenure-track candidates should have advanced teaching experience, research potential or evidence, and professional service involvement.

• Career development

  The position offers opportunities for tenure and promotion within the academic faculty ranks, supporting scholarly activity and professional service.

• Work environment and culture

  UMKC values respect, professionalism, and a culture supporting faculty, staff, and students in a collaborative clinical learning environment.

• Company information

  UMKC is a public urban research university with an R1 Carnegie classification, housing Missouri's only public dental school, known for advanced dental education and community impact.

• Team overview

  The candidate will join the School of Dentistry's clinical program team, working with faculty, students, and staff in a comprehensive patient care environment under the Dean's leadership.

• Job location and travel

  The position is based in Kansas City, Missouri, at UMKC's School of Dentistry, within an urban campus environment with access to a vibrant metropolitan area.

• Application process

  Applicants must apply online at UMKC's job portal with a combined document of letter of interest, CV, and references. The review begins August 11, 2025, with accommodations available upon request.

• Unique job features

  This role uniquely combines senior administrative leadership with a faculty appointment, offering influence over clinical education and operations at a leading public dental school.

Company overview

The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) is a public research university known for its diverse academic programs and strong emphasis on community engagement. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees across various disciplines, including business, law, medicine, and the arts. UMKC generates revenue through tuition, grants, research funding, and partnerships with local businesses and organizations. Established in 1933, the university has a rich history of fostering innovation and leadership in the Kansas City region.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to emphasize leadership and administrative experience in clinical dental operations, highlighting any oversight of compliance with regulations and accreditation standards such as CODA.

• Showcase your ability to manage faculty and staff, including hiring, training, and fostering a professional learning environment, as well as your experience in quality assurance and patient care excellence.

• Highlight your collaboration skills with academic leadership to align clinical operations with educational goals, including student assessment and faculty accountability in clinical teaching.

• Apply through multiple channels including the University of Missouri-Kansas City's official job portal (www.umkc.edu/jobs) and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

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