Ville : Hamilton

Catégorie : Other

Industrie : Education

Employeur : McMaster University

McMaster University, in conjunction with Hamilton Health Sciences, are seeking two (2) full-time academic physicians to join the division of pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology & Nutrition, providing care at McMaster Children’s Hospital (MCH).

About Us:

McMaster Children’s Hospital (MCH) is a globally renowned pediatric hospital dedicated to children’s health delivering excellence in clinical care, child health research, and education. It is home to some of the country’s most respected pediatric care programs, including Canada’s largest NICU and the largest prosthetic and orthotics facility of its kind. MCH also houses one of Ontario’s fastest-growing pediatric emergency departments, the largest inpatient child and youth mental health unit, and more. MCH is undergoing the most significant expansion in its history, fueled by a landmark provincial investment to expand critical services, add top-tier clinicians, and improve access to cutting-edge pediatric care for families across Ontario. 

McMaster University is consistently ranked among Canada’s most research-intensive universities, housing 70 research centers and more than 100 research chairs. McMaster’s Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) is the birthplace of problem-based learning and evidence-based medicine and is a global leader in health education and research. FHS combines healthcare disciplines under one Faculty in an interprofessional, interdisciplinary model which encourages innovation and collaboration, preparing healthcare learners and researchers for future practice. At the core of this training is our strong relationships with our academic hospital partners: Hamilton Health Sciences and St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.

The Department of Pediatrics at McMaster University is a dynamic and growing community of over 200 pediatric specialists, sub-specialists, scientists, educators, and learners, all united by a shared mission: to improve the wellbeing of children and their families through exceptional patient-centered care, transformative research, and groundbreaking education. Our faculty are leaders in their fields—holding prestigious Canada Research Chairs, national teaching awards, and honoured as members of the Order of Canada. At McMaster, you will work alongside some of the most innovative minds in child health, driven by our core values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, and innovation. We are deeply committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous Reconciliation, ensuring that all voices are heard and valued. 

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition currently consists of 6 full-time faculty members (including clinician educators and a clinician scientist). It is an academic and research-intensive group. We offer a collegial atmosphere, a unique academic environment, many research opportunities and the opportunity to work in a growing academic department with enthusiastic colleagues.

We invite you to join as we work toward our vision of a brighter path for every child and their family. Be part of our team of leaders, innovators, and advocates, and help shape the future of pediatric care, education, and research. Learn more about the Department of Pediatrics, and explore the difference you can make by visiting: www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/pediatrics

Position Requirements:

This position will incorporate an academic appointment. Salary will align with the Dept of Pediatric Practice Plans and rank will be commensurate with the experience of the applicant.

The successful candidate would be encouraged to develop an investigative agenda as well as participate in educational activities within the undergraduate medical program and the Royal College accredited Pediatric and Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition post-graduate training programs. The ideal candidate will possess the following requirements:

• Completion of additional fellowships training and/or graduate level training; clinical and research expertise in the field is an asset.
• Applicants should be certified (or eligible for certification) by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Pediatric Gastroenterology and must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the Province of Ontario.
• One candidate with interest and experience in hepatology.
• One candidate will be required to have expertise in medical education to lead the Royal College accredited pediatric gastroenterology residency training program (please indicate in your letter of intent).
• Skills in endoscopy training and therapeutics will be considered an asset for either position

How to Apply:
Application Packages should include:

An up-to-date curriculum vitae and cover letter/letter of intent (please ensure you include your current citizenship status as noted below).

Names and contact information of three professional referees; letters of reference are not required and will not be reviewed at the application stage; letters of recommendation from referees will be requested at later stages of the search process.

A brief statement describing any contributions made or planned in relation to: advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion, inclusive excellence in teaching, and research; service within higher education, community-based or other professional settings (2-page maximum)

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this position. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements: Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada - or - No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

*Note: Applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled.