Associate Or Full Professor - Abbvie Chair In Ethnodermatology

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed institution is on the lookout for a distinguished academic physician to take on the role of AbbVie Chair in Ethnodermatology. This pivotal position focuses on advancing education and research in a vital field that addresses dermatologic health and ethno-racial diversity. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in scholarly activity, mentorship, and leadership, contributing to the development of future medical professionals. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in an emerging area of medicine while fostering collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Must hold an MD degree and be eligible for licensure in Ontario.
• Experience in clinical or basic science discovery and educational scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Mentor medical learners and provide leadership for faculty and trainees.
• Develop practices that expand capacity and knowledge in Ethnodermatology.

Skills

Mentorship

Leadership

Research

Interpersonal Skills

Academic Productivity

Education

MD Degree

Job description

Date Posted: 05/09/2025

Closing Date: 06/13/2025, 11:59PM ET

Req ID: 42796

Job Category: Faculty - Clinical

Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine

Department: Dept of Medicine

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto is seeking applications for the inaugural AbbVie Chair in Ethnodermatology.

The successful candidate will either currently hold, or be eligible to hold, a full-time clinical faculty appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor in the Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, at the University of Toronto. The Chair term is five years, renewable once for a second 5-year term. The tentative start date of this appointment is July 1, 2025, or as mutually agreed upon.

The AbbVie Chair in Ethnodermatology was established to advance education and research in Ethnodermatology, an emerging field exploring the intersection of dermatologic health, skin biology, ethno-racial diversity, and medical education for underserved populations. The successful candidate will be a nationally recognized academic physician with expertise in clinical or basic science discovery, educational scholarship, or related areas in Ethnodermatology.

The chairholder will mentor medical learners and provide leadership for faculty and trainees, developing practices that expand capacity and knowledge in Ethnodermatology. They should demonstrate excellence in academic productivity and leadership, with a record of scholarly activity, grants, peer-reviewed publications, program development, and collaboration nationally and internationally. Contributions to teaching, mentorship, and strong administrative and interpersonal skills are also essential.

The candidate must hold an MD degree and be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

The endowed chair will support academic activities, including salary, research operations, and educational events.

Applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, and contact information for three referees to: [application details], or by mail to: Research Administrator, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, C. David Naylor Building, 6 Queen’s Park Crescent West, Third Floor, Toronto, ON, M5S 3H2.

Application deadline: June 13, 2025, or until the position is filled. Clinical activities and compensation will be negotiated with department heads.

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