Clinician Investigator in Pediatric Acquired Brain Injury

Child Neurology Society; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's rehabilitation hospital in Toronto is seeking a Developmental Paediatrician or Child Neurologist to join its faculty. The role includes clinical care and research in paediatric brain injuries and involves significant teaching responsibilities. Applicants must be certified and complete subspecialty training. Competitive salary and academic appointment available.

Qualifications

• Must be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
• Completion of subspecialty training in Developmental Paediatrics or equivalent experience is mandatory.
• Evidence of academic productivity required (publications and independent funding).

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care and consultation for paediatric acquired brain injury.
• Lead peer-reviewed publications and secure independent funding.
• Involved in training students in research and clinical settings.

Skills

Clinical research

Effective communication

Conflict resolution skills

Education

Certification from Royal College in Paediatrics

Subspecialty training in Developmental Paediatrics or Child Neurology

Job description

Effective September 1, 2025, a new faculty position is available in the Division of Developmental Paediatrics , Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, which is an academic health science centre dedicated to the care of children and youth with disabilities, affiliated with the University of Toronto. We are recruiting a Developmental Paediatrician / Child Neurologist or equivalent with a clinical research career and clinical experience focused on children and youth with paediatric acquired brain injuries / concussions to join our faculty.

The Clinician Investigator will demonstrate leadership in the area of acquired brain injury including the establishment of scholarly projects in this area. This role will be an academic faculty role within the Division of Developmental Paediatrics. As an integral member of our team, responsibilities will include the provision of clinical care, teaching, leadership activities and a focus on clinical research / scholarship.

The successful applicant must be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Paediatrics (or equivalent). Completion of subspecialty training in Developmental Paediatrics, Child Neurology, or equivalent academic experience is mandatory. The successful candidate should be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital (Holland Bloorview) is Canada’s largest children’s rehabilitation hospital and is home to the Bloorview Research Institute. We are a provincial facility that sees more than 9,500 unique clients each year in our inpatient and outpatient programs and services. We serve young people from birth to 19 years old with disabilities, rehabilitation needs and complex health and developmental needs.

Key Responsibilities :

• Role accountabilities will be divided 50% clinical time and 50% academic time
• Clinical duties will include consultation in the area of paediatric acquired brain injury
• Lead peer-reviewed publications
• Involved in the training of students (research and clinical)
• On-call responsibilities including providing inpatient coverage
• Secure independent funding

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

License / Membership :

Certificate or fellowship in Developmental Paediatrics / Child Neurology from the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent

Eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto

Experience :

Subspecialty / Fellowship completion in Developmental Paediatrics / Child Neurology or equivalent academic experience is mandatory

Evidence of academic productivity (publications / independent funding)

Communication :

Effective conflict resolution, networking and negotiation skills

Knowledge / Skills :

Demonstrated commitment and understanding of the Centre’s Vision, Values and Mandate

Family / client centred approach

This position will remain open until filled.

Visit the following websites for additional information :

Holland Bloorview : https : / / hollandbloorview.ca /

University of Toronto, Department of Paediatrics : https : / / www.sickkids.ca / en / care-services / clinical-departments / paediatrics /

Interested individuals should submit a one-page letter of intent, curriculum vitae (CV) and three references on or before May 22, 2025 to :

Dr. Golda Milo-Manson, Vice President of Medicine and Academic Affairs

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

150 Kilgour Rd.

Toronto, Ontario M4G 1R8

Telephone : [phone]

Facsimile : 416-425-9332

About Our Organizations

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.

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital creates a world of possibility by supporting children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity, illness and injury. Our work is guided by our strategic plan, “Transformative Care, Inclusive World : Holland Bloorview 2030” : https : / / strategicplan.hollandbloorview.ca /

We invite you to watch the “Dear Everybody, This is Holland Bloorview” video to learn more about us. Video : https : / / www.youtube.com / watch?v=kbp-WhflXXo&feature=youtu.be

Holland Bloorview is committed to fostering a climate of inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and anti-racism (IDEAA). This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community, and we seek to create an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. To help in our journey towards fully reflecting the communities we partner with, we welcome and encourage applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community. Holland Bloorview is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non-traditional career paths.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting [e-mail] or 416-425-6220.

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