Clinical Academic Urologist

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry Western University; London; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, London, Ontario, invites applications for a Full-time Limited Term Clinical Academic appointment at Assistant/Associate Professor, or a Continuing Clinical Academic appointment at Associate/Full Professor, joint with STEGH.

The successful candidate will have strong clinical urology expertise and will cover weekend London urology call on rotation, with 80% at STEGH and 20% at SJHC/LHSC, blending academic duties with community service.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent with licensure in Ontario.
• Completed an accredited Urology residency; fellowship in endourology/minimally invasive surgery or andrology preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Active engagement in research and/or an advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Participate actively in the Division of Urology's academic, research and education initiatives, including teaching and supervision of undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and clinical fellows.
• Coverage of weekend London city-wide urology call on rotation and urology call as required by STEGH; majority clinical load at STEGH (80%), remainder at SJHC/LHSC (20%).

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Research interest

Education

MD or equivalent

Job description

Position Profile

A Full-time Limited Term Clinical Academic appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, or a Continuing Clinical Academic appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor, depending upon experience and qualifications at the time of appointment. This position is jointly appointed to the Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, at Western University and to the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital (STEGH).

Academic and Clinical Expectations

The successful candidate must have strong clinical expertise in general urology. They will also be responsible for coverage of weekend London city-wide urology call on rotation, in addition to urology call as expected by the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital. This is a hybrid academic and community urology program whereby the majority of the clinical load will be carried out at STEGH (80%) and the remainder at St. Joseph's Health Care London (SJHC) and London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) (20%). The recruit will be expected to carry out the expectations commensurate with a full-time academic appointment at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, LHSC, and SJHC.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have an MD or equivalent; have completed an accredited urology residency training program, fellowship training in endourology, minimally invasive surgery or andrology would be preferred; possess and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills; have a strong research interest and/or an advanced degree; and be eligible for licensure in the Province of Ontario.

The successful candidate must be interested in pursuing a strong academic career and have a proven track record of productivity consistent with their level of training and years of experience. The candidate will be expected to participate actively in the Division of Urology's academic, research and education initiatives, including teaching and supervision of undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and clinical fellows. Applicants considered at the rank of Associate or Full Professor must have demonstrated the ability to publish in the highest quality academic and subspecialty outlets and be a recognized expert in their field of research.

The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills and bedside manner as well as the ability to work in a team.

Affirmation Policy Statement

Western, like many postsecondary institutions in Canada, is moving beyond sole reliance upon Indigenous self-identification in its hiring processes. This is to safeguard against the use of incorrect, incomplete, or misleading information in circumstances in which a candidate has made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership. Candidates who are invited for an interview or who are short-listed, and who have made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership for material advantage at Western, including where required or preferred for the position, will be asked to have their declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership affirmed through a relational accountability process, led by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives (OII), that is consistent with Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing. Please contact the OII directly for details on the affirmation processes: https://indigenous.uwo.ca/. The policy can be viewed at: POLICY 1.58 - Aff.

Division Profile

The Division of Urology is affiliated with London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph's Health Care London and is presently comprised of 14 surgeons with busy clinical practices ranging across all urological subspecialties. Many of members of the Division hold leadership positions across subspecialty urology organizations and the Division is highly regarded for its pioneering academic and clinical contributions to the field of Urology. The Division has a very strong Royal College accredited residency program and houses fellowship programs across oncology, pediatrics, transplantation, endourology, minimally invasive surgery, andrology and functional urology- many of which are accredited through their subspecialty organizations or through the Royal College.

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital is a medium-sized community hospital (179 beds), with a large volume ER (61,000 patients/year), and busy surgical services completing over 10,000 surgeries per year. STEGH offers a comprehensive range of services, including outpatient care, diagnostic imaging, inpatient acute care, emergency services, post-acute care, and regional satellite programs. Committed to achieving the best possible health outcomes for our patients, they continuously explore innovative approaches to service delivery, patient engagement, workforce development, and collaboration with healthcare partners.

This position is a new position.

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the policies and protocols of the applicable affiliated institutions

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Dr. Alp Sener at [e-mail].

Contact Information

Application documents are to be provided electronically to:

Alp Sener, MD, PhD, FRCSC

Keith and Leanne Lavergne Chair and Head, Division of Urology

Andrew Lazarovits Chair in Immunobiology and Transplantation

Professor of Surgery and Microbiology and Immunology

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry

Western University

London, Ontario, Canada

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