Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) Intern, Oral Surgery and Hospital Dentistry, UMKC School of Dentistry

UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

SCHOOL of DENTISTRY

Oral Surgery and Hospital Dentistry

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.

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.

• Candidates should have a DMD/DDS degree or equivalent
• * Eligibility for Missouri Dental Licensure is required

Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

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, kaost@umkc.edu.
• If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .
• 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.

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

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!

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.

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.