Job Description

Job Description
The UMKC School of Dentistry is seeking an OMS Intern for the Department of Oral Surgery and Hospital Dentistry. The Intern will provide pre-doctoral dental student clinical instruction at the dental school and take calls at the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) department at University Health Truman Medical Center. There are two positions available.

This is a Full time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible, 12-month, unranked, academic position., starting on July 1, 2026.

Qualifications
Candidates should have a DMD/DDS degree or equivalent
· Eligibility for Missouri Dental Licensure is required
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

Application Materials
Applicants apply at https://www.umkc.edu/. To be considered, you must complete the application including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of references).

For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Solon Kao, Chair of Department of Oral Surgery & Hospital Dentistry, UMKC School of Dentistry, [email protected].
If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email [email protected] .
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) 235-1323.
Finalists will be asked to provide university transcripts of degrees awarded.
A Criminal Background Check is required for hire.


Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

Other Information

For more information about the School of Dentistry, visit: https://dentistry.umkc.edu/academics/

Community Information
Kansas City is a diverse and vibrant community with an affordable cost of living. 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 campuses. As one of the largest cities in Missouri, we are home to national championship sports teams, a rich history of cultural arts and music, NASCAR racing, and a community that is very engaged with and supportive of our university initiatives. Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and long bike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors. Kansas City offers something for everyone!

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, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, 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/totalrewards/benefits.