Craniofacial Orthodontist - Assistant Professor; Clinical

Overview

Craniofacial Orthodontist The Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Utah is seeking a board-eligible or ABO board-certified Craniofacial Orthodontist to join our multidisciplinary team beginning August 1, 2025. Applicants must have completed a 12-month university-based craniofacial orthodontic fellowship, preferably hospital-based.

The Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Utah is seeking a board-eligible or ABO board-certified Craniofacial Orthodontist to join our multidisciplinary team beginning August 1, 2025. This is a full-time faculty position at the Assistant Professor level on the Clinical Track. The position supports program growth associated with expansion to the new Lehi Hospital craniofacial program, coverage for the Salt Lake Primary Children s Hospital orthodontic clinic, and addition of a second Cleft Team Clinic beginning March 2026.

• Provide comprehensive orthodontic evaluation and treatment for congenital and acquired craniofacial anomalies, cleft conditions, and facial trauma from infancy through adulthood.
• Deliver care in outpatient, inpatient, and operating-room settings.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary cleft and craniofacial team, plastic surgeons, speech pathologists, pediatric specialists, and other providers.
• Establish and maintain an orthodontic practice within the University of Utah Health system.
• Participate in education, team conferences, and outreach to offsite satellite clinics in the Salt Lake Valley.

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
• DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree
• Completion of a 12-month university-based craniofacial orthodontic fellowship (hospital-based preferred)
• Utah State Dental License
• Ability to obtain credentials with the University of Utah and Primary Children s Hospital

University of Utah Health is a nationally recognized academic health system known for excellence, compassion, collaboration, and innovation. We value candidates who are committed to fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, diversity, and respect. Our mission-driven teams strive to provide exceptional patient-focused care for our community.

Please apply online at:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

For questions, please contact:
Kallie Handy, Director, Division of Plastic Surgery - kallie.handyh.edu

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Posted by the University of Utah Health. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans  preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and in accordance with University policy and Utah state law.

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