Assistant Professor Clinical , Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolis

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Position Description

The McGill University Department of Medicine in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism invites applications for a full-time clinician-scientist position as a member of the Contract Academic Staff at the rank of Assistant Professor (Clinical) based at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC). This is a Contract Academic Staff position and does not confer eligibility for tenure.

The Department of Medicine is a leader in academic medicine. Our educational and research missions support excellent and innovative clinical programs across our teaching hospitals. The McGill University Health Centre is one of McGill's major teaching hospitals affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at Canada's internationally renowned McGill University, located in the vibrant and multicultural city of Montreal, in the province of Quebec.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will be appointed to clinical practice in the Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC). The incumbent will have expertise and experience in endocrinology/metabolism research to establish or continue an internationally recognized independent research program. While all areas of Endocrinology research are eligible, preference will be given to research in the area of Public Health that may include population health, epidemiology, health economics, and health policy, in particular related to common Endocrine diseases such as diabetes/obesity, osteoporosis, thyroid disease and/or endocrine cancers.

As a Clinician-Scientist, the candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an independent and productive research program. The research program is expected to attract external peer-reviewed funding (e. g. , Canadian Institutes of Health Research and the Fonds de Recherche Québec-Santé). Internal startup funding, including a research stipend for protected research time and operating funds, may be available on a competitive basis to a suitable candidate.

The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate with investigators in the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), in particular with colleagues in the MeDiC (Metabolic Disorders and Complications) Program. The incumbent will also be expected to contribute to the clinical activities of the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, which includes ambulatory clinics, Endocrinology Consult Service, teaching of medical trainees, medical students, postgraduate medical residents, and endocrine residents, in both formal classroom and clinical settings. They will also be expected to contribute to, and participate in, committees and administrative activities of the Division of Endocrinology, and of the relevant Research Institute Program of the appointment.

The successful candidate will also be expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill's academic mission (i. e. , research, teaching, supervision of students and residents, and involvement in academic and administrative committees).

All McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Candidates must:

• Hold an MD degree, and be eligible for licensure in the province of Quebec;
• Be certified by the Collège des Médecins du Québec;
• Be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or equivalent);
• Have completed subspecialty training in Endocrinology and Metabolism;
• Have completed graduate research training with an MSc or PhD;
• Have postdoctoral research experience and have a track record of publications;
• Bilingual language skills (French and English) are preferred, or a commitment to acquire the necessary language skills to practice medicine in Quebec. Candidates should be able to interact in English and in French with patients, families and health care professionals.

Faculty/Department/Unit:
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism
Employee Type:
Contract Academic Staff ('Academic Contractual')
Rank:
Assistant Professor
Salary:
Remuneration will be according to Quebec health care fee schedule
Job Status:
Full-time

Posting Period:
Please submit your application within 30 days of the publication date

The following supporting documents are required:

• A cover letter and curriculum vitae (as 1 PDF document);
• A statement indicating your academic plans if you are successful in obtaining this position. Indicate your planned career path as a Clinician-Scientist. Describe your preferred research/teaching time allocation and detail your research plans, teaching plans and plans for service to the academic community;
• The names and contact information of three referees.

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McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e. g. , family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate's record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universa.