Assistant, Associate or Full Professor- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Westfield State University; Toronto; On-site; CAD 300,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution in Toronto is looking for an assistant, associate, or full professor in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery focusing on Hand Surgery. Candidates must have specialized training and a strong research background. This full-time role includes educational responsibilities and participation in a busy clinical practice. Competitive salary of $300,000 to $350,000 is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Completed specialized fellowship training in hand and peripheral nerve surgery.
• Solid expertise in reconstructive microsurgery required.
• Strong research track record.

Responsibilities

• Join the division for academic and clinical duties.
• Participate in education for medical students and residents.
• Manage complex surgical cases.
• Contribute to the department's academic mission.

Skills

Hand Surgery

Peripheral Nerve Reconstruction

Microsurgery

Research

Education

MD and FRCSC or equivalent

M.Sc. or PhD desired

Job description

Assistant, Associate or Full Professor- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Date Posted: 07/22/2025
Closing Date: 09/30/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 44403
Job Category: Faculty - Clinical
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Dept of Surgery
Hospital Affiliation: Sunnybrook Health Science Centre
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and the University of Toronto is inviting applications for the position of an academic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon specializing in Hand Surgery, Peripheral Nerve Reconstruction and Microsurgery.

The effective date of this appointment is January 1, 2026, but can be flexible depending on the candidate.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic and collegial team of plastic and reconstructive surgeons with a major focus on hand and peripheral nerve surgery. The successful candidate will also participate in medical student, resident, and plastic surgery fellow education at the University of Toronto.

The successful candidate must have completed specialized fellowship training in hand and peripheral nerve surgery. Solid expertise in reconstructive microsurgery is also required for this position. Expertise in the management of wrist pathologies, lower extremity reconstruction, and the management of skin cancers is also an asset. The successful candidate will share in a 1:6 plastic surgery on call pool. Evidence of excellence in teaching and research is required.

The candidate’s application should demonstrate excellence in academic activities (research, quality improvement, education). The successful candidate should have a strong research track record, preferably resulting in a M.Sc. or PhD degree. The successful candidate will have an academic role of Surgeon Investigator or Surgeon Scientist.

The candidate must be eligible for appointment at the University of Toronto at the academic rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor and will participate in the educational programs and academic mission of the University of Toronto, Division of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery as a full-time member. The candidate must hold an MD and FRCSC (or equivalent specialist designation) qualification in plastic surgery and be eligible for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is one of Canada’s largest hospitals and a leader in clinical and research activities. Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is a fully affiliated academic health sciences facility of the University of Toronto and home to one of the University’s three academies for undergraduate education. Sunnybrook has an international reputation for clinical excellence in research and is an acknowledged academic leader. The Sunnybrook Research Institute hosts well established programs in basic, applied and clinical research occupying over 250,000 square feet of state-of-the-art infrastructure with annual peer reviewed grants of $100 million dollars.

The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Sunnybrook provides all aspects of plastic surgery reconstruction, including hand surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, microsurgical reconstruction, craniofacial surgery, skin cancer care, and wound reconstruction. The Division performs at least 1000 emergent and elective cases per annum with over >6000 clinical visits per year. Many of the patients come through the Tory Regional Trauma Centre, ensuring a complex case mix of trauma reconstruction.

Annual salary will be between the range of $300,000 - $350,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. This estimate is based on fee for service billings.

Please submit a letter of interest including an academic plan for the first 3-5 years of practice along with a brief EDI statement, the names of three referees, and curriculum vitae by September 30, 2025 to:

Dr. Laura Snell

Division Head, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

[e-mail]

For more information about the Temerty Faculty of Medicine/Department of Surgery and the Department of Surgery, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, please visit http://surgery.utoronto.ca and https://sunnybrook.ca/

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.

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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.

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