Associate / Full Professor - RTO-ERO Chair in Geriatric Medicine

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto's Temerty Faculty of Medicine invites applications for the RTO-ERO Chair in Geriatric Medicine. This pivotal role requires substantial research, teaching, and leadership, aiming to enhance care quality for older adults. The successful candidate will be an established expert, fostering innovation and collaboration within a globally recognized team.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for an academic appointment at Associate or Full Professor rank.
• Track record of conducting high-quality innovative research in geriatric medicine.
• Must be licensed with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Conduct collaborative research in geriatric medicine.
• Teach and supervise medical trainees and graduate students.
• Advance excellence in research for older adults with chronic diseases.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Education

MD degree

Certification in Geriatric Medicine

Job description

Date Posted: 06/10/2025
Closing Date: 07/15/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 43368
Job Category: Faculty - Clinical
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Dept of Medicine
Hospital Affiliation:
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto invites applications for the RTO-ERO Chair in Geriatric Medicine. The Chair term is five years, renewable once for a second five-year term contingent upon successful performance review. The successful applicant must hold or be eligible to hold an academic appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor at the University of Toronto, Department of Medicine. The appointment and re-appointment process of the Chair will follow the University of TorontoPolicy on Endowed and Limited Term Chairs, Professorships, Distinguished Scholars, and Program Initiatives.

The successful candidate will hold a MD degree, hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), and hold certification in Geriatric Medicine from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC), or international equivalent.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake collaborative research and promote discovery and education in geriatric medicine. The Chair is expected to advance excellence in research that will optimize quality of care and/or quality of life for older adults with complex, chronic diseases. The successful candidate will have an established reputation of clinical expertise and be an internationally renowned scientist, with a track record of conducting high quality innovative and impactful research in geriatric medicine. Through research and scholarly activities, the Chair holder will help position the University of Toronto as a global leader in knowledge generation and translation in the area of geriatric medicine. Additional duties will include teaching and supervision of medical trainees and graduate students. Excellent collaboration, communication, and leadership skills, with demonstrated experience are essential.

Applicants should submit a CV and cover letter due July 15, 2025, by email to: [e-mail]; or by mail as addressed to:

Brittany Wiwat

Research Coordinator

Department of Medicine, University of Toronto

C. David Naylor Building, 6 Queen’s Park Crescent West, Third Floor

Toronto, ON, M5S 3H2

Clinical activities and related compensation will be negotiated with the relevant Department and Division heads. Applications will be accepted until July 15, 2025, or until the position is filled.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority, as required by University of Toronto policy.

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