Faculty Development Program

Brings together promising junior radiology physician faculty members for a one-day program of education and networking.

United Imaging Radiology Management Program

Focuses on management and leadership training and is based primarily on the case-study method in combination with keynote talks.

AAR-ACR Research Scholar Program

The program seeks to bring together residents and fellows who have background and interest in scientific, health services, and health policy research with seasoned academic radiologists. The full-day program offers health policy research curriculum, scholar presentations, and focused mentoring sessions.

Applicants will be required to prepare an abstract for a current research project for which they are the lead investigator and first author.

A stipend will be paid to each participating department to offset travel expenses.

AAR Radiology Resident Academic Leadership Development (ARRALD)

Provides focused mentorship, leadership, and academic development activities to better prepare PGY3 residents for their transition into successful careers as leaders in academic radiology.

A stipend will be paid to each participating department to offset travel expenses.

AAR Clinical Education Track (CET)

Started in 2026 — the AAR is trialing a new education track for residents.

The Association of Academic Radiology Clinical Educator Track (CET) aims to inspire and prepare junior radiology residents for academic careers by providing a comprehensive two-year curriculum. This program includes special programming at the annual AAR conference, mentorship from experienced educators, and mentorship in a scholarly project. The curriculum covers essential teaching methodologies, innovative teaching methods, and the development of impactful presentations. Residents will be paired with mentors and are required to complete an educational project by the end of the two-year program.

A total of 10 awards will be given.