Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics – Nephrology

About the role

The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is seeking a full‑time Assistant Professor on the clinical educator track in Pediatric Nephrology. The faculty member will join a vibrant division that provides comprehensive dialysis, transplant services and a Children’s Kidney Failure Center, while contributing to education and research.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality clinical care to pediatric patients with kidney disease across all stages of CKD.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in the ACGME‑approved Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship.
• Develop and lead original clinical or translational research projects and pursue extramural funding.
• Collaborate with the Miami Transplant Institute and other multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in departmental service, including committees and quality‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• MD or DO degree, board certified or eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology.
• Eligibility for Florida medical licensure.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise and scholarly productivity.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and within collaborative groups.
• Interest in clinical and/or translational research; prior experience with grant writing is a plus.
• Fluency in Spanish, Creole or French is desired but not required.

Required skills