Lecturer in Geriatrics
University of Toronto
Description:
The Department of Medicine at St. Michael’s Hospital, in conjunction with the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, is seeking a qualified full-time academic Geriatrician. The successful candidate must be eligible for a full-time clinical academic appointment at the rank of lecturer or assistant, associate, or full professor at the University of Toronto. The candidate will have an academic position description of Clinician Scientist (CS). The expected start date of the position is September 1, 2025, or shortly thereafter.
The successful candidate will hold an MD degree and have, or be eligible for, certification in Geriatric Medicine by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). The successful candidate must have proven clinical excellence in various aspects of geriatric medicine, including acute inpatient care and ambulatory care, as well as a proven record of accomplishment in research, including peer-reviewed grants and publications commensurate with their academic rank. The successful candidate will also hold a master’s degree or PhD and, as a clinician scientist, will devote appropriate time for research. They will also participate in the educational programs in Geriatric Medicine at St. Michael’s Hospital and the University of Toronto. For details on the University of Toronto academic clinical faculty requirements for advanced training and demonstrated scholarship for the job description of Clinician Scientist, please see Table 2 at https://deptmedicine.utoronto.ca/clinical-faculty-academic-appointments#Clinicalfacultyapptcategories
The successful candidate will report to the Head, Division of Geriatric Medicine at St. Michael’s Hospital. The Division of Geriatric Medicine is composed of nine full-time academic geriatricians and has an international reputation in clinical research, education and quality improvement.
Estimated remuneration will be commensurate with academic rank, qualifications and experience.
Applications will be accepted until May 20, 2025. Should you be interested in this opportunity, please forward a one-page statement of interest, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three referees to:
Dr. Natalie Wong, Interim Physician-in-Chief
c/o Jessica Comilang, DOM recruitment coordinator
St. Michael's Hospital
30 Bond Street, Room 2-468 Bond Wing
Toronto, Ontario M5B 1W8
Email: jessica.comilang@unityhealth.to
CAUTION: This ad is “posted only” to the U of T affiliated hospital job board. Please see the information directly above for the application instructions; applications submitted via the "Apply Now" button on this page will NOT be considered for this position.
St. Michael’s Hospital is part of Unity Health Toronto, composed of Providence, St. Joseph’s and St. Michael’s Healthcare. Unity Health Toronto is one of Canada’s largest Catholic healthcare networks serving patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute care through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education. St. Michael’s Hospital is a teaching and research hospital in downtown Toronto. Affectionately known as the Urban Angel, St. Michael’s is renowned for providing exceptional patient care. As downtown Toronto’s adult trauma centre, the hospital is a hub for neurosurgery, complex cardiac and cardiovascular care, diabetes and osteoporosis care, minimally invasive surgery and care of the homeless and disadvantaged. Fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and home to the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael’s provides outstanding medical education to healthcare professionals in 29 academic disciplines.
For more information about St. Michael’s Hospital, please visit https://unityhealth.to/locations/st-michaels-hospital/
For information about the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto, please visit our website at http://www.deptmedicine.utoronto.ca.
The Department of Medicine’s academic position descriptions can be viewed on this webpage: http://www.deptmedicine.utoronto.ca/academic-position-descriptions#AcademicPositionDescriptions
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.
The Department of Medicine at St. Michael’s Hospital, in conjunction with the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, is seeking a qualified full-time academic Geriatrician. The successful candidate must be eligible for a full-time clinical academic appointment at the rank of lecturer or assistant, associate, or full professor at the University of Toronto. The candidate will have an academic position description of Clinician Scientist (CS). The expected start date of the position is September 1, 2025, or shortly thereafter.
The successful candidate will hold an MD degree and have, or be eligible for, certification in Geriatric Medicine by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). The successful candidate must have proven clinical excellence in various aspects of geriatric medicine, including acute inpatient care and ambulatory care, as well as a proven record of accomplishment in research, including peer-reviewed grants and publications commensurate with their academic rank. The successful candidate will also hold a master’s degree or PhD and, as a clinician scientist, will devote appropriate time for research. They will also participate in the educational programs in Geriatric Medicine at St. Michael’s Hospital and the University of Toronto. For details on the University of Toronto academic clinical faculty requirements for advanced training and demonstrated scholarship for the job description of Clinician Scientist, please see Table 2 at https://deptmedicine.utoronto.ca/clinical-faculty-academic-appointments#Clinicalfacultyapptcategories
The successful candidate will report to the Head, Division of Geriatric Medicine at St. Michael’s Hospital. The Division of Geriatric Medicine is composed of nine full-time academic geriatricians and has an international reputation in clinical research, education and quality improvement.
Estimated remuneration will be commensurate with academic rank, qualifications and experience.
Applications will be accepted until May 20, 2025. Should you be interested in this opportunity, please forward a one-page statement of interest, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three referees to:
Dr. Natalie Wong, Interim Physician-in-Chief
c/o Jessica Comilang, DOM recruitment coordinator
St. Michael's Hospital
30 Bond Street, Room 2-468 Bond Wing
Toronto, Ontario M5B 1W8
Email: jessica.comilang@unityhealth.to
CAUTION: This ad is “posted only” to the U of T affiliated hospital job board. Please see the information directly above for the application instructions; applications submitted via the "Apply Now" button on this page will NOT be considered for this position.
St. Michael’s Hospital is part of Unity Health Toronto, composed of Providence, St. Joseph’s and St. Michael’s Healthcare. Unity Health Toronto is one of Canada’s largest Catholic healthcare networks serving patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute care through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education. St. Michael’s Hospital is a teaching and research hospital in downtown Toronto. Affectionately known as the Urban Angel, St. Michael’s is renowned for providing exceptional patient care. As downtown Toronto’s adult trauma centre, the hospital is a hub for neurosurgery, complex cardiac and cardiovascular care, diabetes and osteoporosis care, minimally invasive surgery and care of the homeless and disadvantaged. Fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and home to the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael’s provides outstanding medical education to healthcare professionals in 29 academic disciplines.
For more information about St. Michael’s Hospital, please visit https://unityhealth.to/locations/st-michaels-hospital/
For information about the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto, please visit our website at http://www.deptmedicine.utoronto.ca.
The Department of Medicine’s academic position descriptions can be viewed on this webpage: http://www.deptmedicine.utoronto.ca/academic-position-descriptions#AcademicPositionDescriptions
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.