Department Chair, Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging

Radiological Society of North America; Alberta; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic health institution in Alberta is inviting applications for the Department Chair of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging. This role involves strategic leadership, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation in education and clinical practice. Candidates must hold an MD or PhD with relevant leadership experience, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential. The position is on-site and offers a competitive salary package in a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Effective strategic leadership that inspires collaboration across disciplines.
• Strong ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse groups.
• Clear vision for advancing education and research.
• Creativity to meet the needs of learners and communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead collaboratively to advance excellence in medical education.
• Provide clinical radiology and diagnostic imaging services.
• Improve health outcomes through innovation in research.

Skills

Effective leadership

Strong interpersonal skills

Academic accomplishment

Creativity and innovation

Education

MD or PhD

Certification in diagnostic radiology

Job description

Overview

Department Chair, Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging

Job Identification: 3058

Posting Date: 10/07/2025, 03:32 PM

Apply Before: 11/7/2025

Job Schedule: Full Time

Locations: On-site

Category Type: Medicine - Radiology

Position Type: Excluded Academic Staff

College/Administrative Portfolio: College of Health Sciences

Faculty/Department: Medicine + Dentistry

Annual Salary Range:

About the Team

The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world\'s top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.

The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta invites applications for appointment as the academic Chair of the Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging. Within the College of Health Sciences, the FoMD at the University of Alberta is internationally recognized as a top-five health sciences faculty in Canada and top-75 worldwide. The Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging is a leading clinical and academic centre dedicated to excellence in medical imaging, education and research. The department provides clinical training through Royal College accredited residency programs, fellowship programs and undergraduate electives. Faculty and trainees work across a wide network of hospitals and clinics in the Edmonton region ensuring exposure to a broad spectrum of cases and advanced imaging technologies. The department supports a strong research training program with students in thesis-based MSc. and PhD. Programs. The department is home to world-class research facilities such as the Peter S. Allen MR Research Centre and the Servier Virtual Cardiac Centre which work in close partnership with FoMD Research Institutes, the Department of Biomedical Engineering (Faculty of Engineering) and the AI + Health Hub to drive cutting-edge research and exceptional clinical care. Through its integration of clinical practice, research, and teaching, the department plays a vital role in advancing diagnostic imaging in Alberta and beyond.

Description

The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta invites applications for appointment as the academic Chair of the Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging. The Department provides clinical training across residency programs, fellowship programs and undergraduate electives, with a network of hospitals and clinics in the Edmonton region to expose learners to a broad spectrum of imaging technologies. The FoMD supports a strong research training program with thesis-based MSc. and PhD. students and hosts world-class facilities such as the Peter S. Allen MR Research Centre and the Servier Virtual Cardiac Centre in collaboration with related institutes and departments. The Chair will lead collaboratively to advance excellence and innovation in education and research to improve the health of current and future generations.

Responsibilities

The University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry invites applications for Chair of the Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging from (1) current UofA academic faculty who hold a PhD or MD and (2) external candidates who hold an MD (may have additional degrees) who are able to provide clinical radiology and diagnostic imaging services in a manner that meets the expectations of both the University and Alberta Health Services. The Chair will lead collaboratively to advance excellence and innovation in education and research to improve the health of current and future generations.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Effective, strategic leadership that inspires excellence and fosters collaboration across disciplines and sites;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build, manage, and maintain high-quality, productive relationships across diverse groups;
• A record of academic accomplishment and a clear vision for education and research;
• Creativity and innovation to meet the opportunities and needs of learners, faculty, staff, patients, and communities.

Applicants with an MD will hold certification in diagnostic radiology from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or an equivalent) and be eligible for licensure as a specialist in diagnostic radiology in the Province of Alberta.

Application Materials

Interested candidates should submit the following in one file:

• A letter of introduction outlining relevant academic and leadership experiences, a vision for the Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging, and how their experience makes them an ideal candidate (maximum 3 pages);
• A description of their leadership philosophy (maximum 2 pages) - the committee welcomes descriptions of past contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI);
• A description of their approach to collaboration with both internal and external partners (maximum 1 page);
• A curriculum vitae.

To reduce unconscious bias, please remove identifying information from leadership philosophy and collaboration statements to support blinded review by the Search and Recommendation Committee. MD candidates external to Edmonton will require a second application through DoctorJobsAB for clinical appointment with Alberta Health Services. Confidential inquiries are welcome at [e-mail]. The FoMD has adopted the Okanagan Charter and is committed to health promoting learning and working environments supporting safety and wellbeing.

About Us & Diversity

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada. We encourage applications from all qualified persons and are committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and provide accommodations as needed during the interview process.

How to Apply

To apply, visit the following page: 2025 job posting 3058 (URL not shown here).

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