Position overview:
The School of Medical Imaging and Radiologic Sciences at Boise State University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month faculty position in Radiologic Sciences. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator or clinical imaging technologist to transition into higher education and contribute to the preparation of the next generation of medical imaging professionals.
The successful candidate will serve in a clinical faculty role, with primary responsibilities focused on teaching and supporting students in diagnostic radiology and related medical imaging disciplines. Teaching assignments may include classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, clinical coordination, and student evaluation, depending on program needs, individual expertise, and rank.
Faculty appointments will be made at the Clinical Instructor, Clinical Assistant Professor, or Clinical Associate Professor rank, commensurate with educational attainment, professional credentials, and teaching experience. Clinical faculty are expected to maintain current ARRT certification (or equivalent), demonstrate competence in medical imaging practice, and engage in ongoing professional development. Multiple imaging discipline credentials and prior academic teaching experience are welcomed and may influence rank and teaching assignments.
In addition to teaching, the faculty member will contribute to program accreditation support, curriculum development, assessment activities, and service to the School and University. The School values collaboration, student-centered instruction, and strong connections to clinical practice, and seeks candidates who are committed to excellence in healthcare education and student success.
School overview:
The School of Medical Imaging and Radiologic Sciences at Boise State University is a dynamic academic unit dedicated to preparing highly skilled, patient-centered medical imaging professionals. The School is supported by 11 full-time faculty, approximately 65 adjunct faculty, and 35 affiliate faculty, whose collective expertise spans a wide range of imaging disciplines and clinical settings.
The educational experience within the School emphasizes health advocacy, interdisciplinary collaboration, lifelong learning, and professional growth in the healthcare environment. All academic programs are offered at the bachelor’s degree level and are designed to meet the evolving needs of the medical imaging workforce.
Campus-based programs include Diagnostic Radiology (DR), Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR), Computed Tomography (CT), Interventional Radiology (IR), Interventional Cardiology (IC), Mammography (Mammo), and Vascular Ultrasound (VU). In addition, the School offers online degree advancement programs in DMS, MR, CT, IR, IC, Mammo, and VU, with clinical placements arranged locally to support working professionals. An echocardiography program is in development for both campus-based and online delivery.
The School also offers a non-clinical, online degree advancement option designed for professionals seeking career progression, leadership development, or expanded employment opportunities within healthcare and related fields.
A defining strength of the School is its strong network of affiliate clinical partners, whose collaboration is essential to student learning and workforce preparation. Faculty and staff are deeply committed to maintaining a positive, welcoming, and supportive environment that fosters student success, professional development, and collegial collaboration.
Faculty scholarly and research endeavors include work in radiation dose optimization and detection technologies; magnetic resonance diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) related to repetitive head impacts; post-concussive blood-based biomarkers; and the impact of cardiac rehabilitation programs on subsequent myocardial infarction outcomes.
About Boise State:
Boise State University is a powerhouse of creativity, research, and impact. Our campus sits along the Boise River and reaches into the heart of Idaho’s capital – a vibrant hub for innovation, culture, and outdoor adventure. We’re nationally recognized for trailblazing research, student success, and community impact.
Our faculty are scholars, mentors, and changemakers who advance ideas, discoveries, and the next generation of leaders. Boise offers the perfect backdrop – a welcoming city with a thriving arts scene, growing tech sector, and mountains on the horizon. Join us and help shape a bold, collaborative academic community.
Learn more about faculty careers at Boise State and the City of Boise.
Minimum qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree required for appointment at the Clinical Instructor rank; master’s degree or higher required for appointment at the Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate rank
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Current ARRT RT(R) credential
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Demonstrated competence in a clinical practice area of diagnostic radiology
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Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as an ARRT-registered radiographer
Preferred qualifications:
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Prior teaching experience in a JRCERT accredited program
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Additional ARRT credentials (or equivalent) in Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Vascular Intervention, Cardiac Intervention, or other medical imaging disciplines.
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Three years academic teaching experience (undergraduate and/or graduate level)
Required application materials:
Please submit all application materials via Boise State Career Site. Be sure to include with your application the following materials:
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CV/Resume that includes employment history (with dates).
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Cover letter that describes your interest in and qualifications for the position.
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Statement on teaching philosophy.
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Teaching evaluations demonstrating teaching effectiveness, if applicable.
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Contact information for 3 professional references.
Closing Date:
Position will remain open until filled, with review to begin on March 1, 2026.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Leslie Kendrick, lesliekendrick@boisestate.edu or 208-426-3281.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary commensurate with rank and experience.
Our standard faculty contract is a 9-month contract (unless otherwise noted) with pay and benefits spread over 12 months. This is a yearly, renewable contract. More information about faculty contract and work days is available here.
Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):