Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical), Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Al[...]

McGill University; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in Montreal invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Pediatric Allergy, Immunology, and Dermatology. Candidates should hold an MD, have completed specialty training in Pediatric Allergy, and possess bilingual skills in French and English. The role involves active participation in patient care, teaching, and research activities. A commitment to equity, diversity, and academic excellence is essential.

Qualifications

• Hold an MD degree and postgraduate clinical training in Pediatrics.
• Completed specialty training in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology.
• Minimum 2 years of dedicated research training for clinician-scientist.

Responsibilities

• Participate in academic activities of the Department of Pediatrics.
• Conduct outpatient clinics and cover inpatient duties.
• Supervise trainees and contribute to education.

Skills

Bilingual skills in French and English

Clinical training in Pediatrics

Research experience

Education

MD degree

Postgraduate clinical training in Pediatrics

Specialty training in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology

Job description

Overview

The McGill University Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Allergy, Clinical Immunology, and Dermatology invites applications for a full-time Contract Academic Staff position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical). The professorial rank will be determined by the candidates’ qualifications and experience. This is a Contract Academic Staff position and does not confer eligibility for tenure.

About the Department

The Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology is part of the Department of Pediatrics within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. The division covers outpatient and inpatient care, with a focus on multidisciplinary, high-quality patient care and education. The Montreal Children’s Hospital (MCH) is a major teaching hospital affiliated with the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC).

Job Duties

The successful candidate will participate in the academic activities of the Department of Pediatrics and be an active member of the Division of Allergy and Immunology at MCH/MUHC. Expectations include:

• Share on-call duties equally with other division members.
• For academic clinicians: cover inpatient duties 8-12 weeks per year and conduct 2-3 half-day outpatient clinics per week.
• For clinician-scientists: cover inpatient duties 6-8 weeks per year and conduct a minimum of one half-day outpatient clinic weekly.
• Participate in all clinical and administrative division meetings.
• If appointed as a clinician-scientist, join RI-MUHC and contribute to one of its research programs; commit 50-75% of time to research and seek external funding as applicable.
• Engage in research and academic activities; supervise trainees; contribute to pediatric allergy/immunology education and interdisciplinary education for nurses and nurse practitioners.
• Demonstrate ability to initiate, conduct, and manage a research program (clinician-scientist) and present a research plan with startup needs.
• Potentially obtain external operating grants; access RI-MUHC and McGill pediatric department research infrastructure.
• Contribute to teaching, supervision of students and residents, and service on academic/administrative committees; uphold equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Candidates must:

• Hold an MD degree (or equivalent) and have postgraduate clinical training in Pediatrics.
• Completed specialty training in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology with certification by the Collège des médecins du Québec or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or equivalent).
• Clinician-scientist: minimum 2 years of dedicated research training; a postgraduate degree (e.g., MSc or PhD) is an asset.
• Bilingual language skills (French and English) are preferred, or a commitment to acquire language skills to practice in Quebec; ability to interact with patients, families, and health professionals in English and French.

Faculty Details

Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Allergy, Immunology and Dermatology

Employee Type: Contract Academic Staff; Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor; Salary: Remuneration according to Quebec health care fee schedule; Job Status: Full-time

Application Process and Documents

Posting Period: 60 days following the publication of this advertisement.

The following supporting documents are required:

• Curriculum vitae and cover letter indicating which position you are applying for (clinician-educator or clinician-scientist).
• Statement of research (only for clinician-scientist).
• Names and contact information of three referees.

Use a personal email address when creating an account in Workday to submit your application. Do not use @mail.mcgill.ca or @mcgill.ca email accounts to apply.

Note: To work at McGill University you must be authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in Quebec at the campus where the position is based. McGill is an English-language university with most teaching and research conducted in English; English communication is required.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity and values academic rigor and excellence. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and provide accommodations upon request. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents may be given priority in accordance with immigration requirements.