Assistant Professor of Clinical - Plastic Surgery, Craniofacial

The ideal candidate will have specialized training in craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery, with expertise in both adult and pediatric reconstructive procedures, including cleft, craniosynostosis, orthognathic, aesthetic, and microvascular surgery. This role will enhance subspecialty care, support graduate medical education, and drive the re-accreditation of the program with American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA), while contributing to clinical, research, and academic missions.**Primary Duties and Responsibilities** **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** Strong medical knowledge and application of professional principles in clinical practice. Effective verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in Spanish preferred but not required.Commitment to patient care, education, clinical research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Leadership skills to drive program development and ACPA re-accreditation. **Education Requirements** **Work Experience Requirements** 0-20 years of post-training clinical experience in craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery preferred.Experience in adult reconstructive surgery, including trauma and microsurgery, is highly desirable. Jackson Health System, encompassing Holtz Children’s Hospital and Ryder Trauma Center, is a world-class academic medical center dedicated to providing advanced tertiary care to diverse and underserved populations. The Division of Plastic Surgery upholds a storied tradition of excellence, notably through the groundbreaking cleft program established by Dr. D. Ralph Millard Jr., a pioneer in craniofacial surgery. The new appointee will play a pivotal role in revitalizing this legacy, restoring ACPA accreditation, and positioning University of Miami and Jackson Health System as a regional leader in craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery.The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit

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