Lecturer or Assistant Professor - Academic Geriatrician

InsideHigherEd; Burlington; On-site; CAD 300,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking two qualified full-time academic geriatricians to join their innovative team. The roles focus on delivering exceptional patient-centered care and contributing to teaching programs at a prestigious university. Candidates will have the opportunity to demonstrate excellence in teaching or clinical innovation, with positions available for a Clinician in Quality & Innovation and a Clinician Teacher. This is a unique opportunity to impact the field of geriatrics while working in a collaborative environment dedicated to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
• Advanced training and recognition at conferences required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary patient-centered care.
• Participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programs.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Teaching contributions

Curriculum development

Clinical innovation

Education

MD degree

Certification in Geriatric Medicine

Job description

Lecturer or Assistant Professor - Academic Geriatrician

Date Posted : 04 / 15 / 2025

Closing Date : 05 / 20 / 2025, 11 : 59PM ET

Job Category : Faculty - Clinical

Faculty / Division : Temerty Faculty of Medicine

Department : Dept of Medicine

Hospital Affiliation : University Health Network (UHN) & Sinai Health System (SHS)

Campus : St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description :

The Department of Medicine and the Division of General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics at Sinai Health System and the University Health Network, in collaboration with the Department of Medicine and the Division of Geriatric Medicine at the University of Toronto, are seeking to recruit up to two qualified full-time academic geriatricians. These positions are for a Clinician in Quality & Innovation and a Clinician Teacher. Successful candidates will be hired through either Sinai Health System or the University Health Network, both affiliated with the Toronto Academic Health Sciences Network. Candidates must be eligible for a Full-Time Clinical Academic Appointment at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto. The appointments are expected to start in September 2025 or a mutually agreed date.

Successful candidates will provide exemplary patient-centered care and participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programs of the University of Toronto.

For applicants considered for the Clinician Teacher role, excellence will be demonstrated through teaching contributions, awards, pedagogical innovation, and curriculum development. For those considered for the Clinician in Quality & Innovation role, excellence will be demonstrated through advanced training, successful initiatives, innovations, and recognition at conferences.

Applicants must hold an MD degree, be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario in Geriatric Medicine, and have or be eligible for certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. The estimated annual remuneration ranges from $300,000 to $350,000, depending on rank, qualifications, and experience.

Applications are accepted until May 20, 2025, or until the positions are filled. Interested applicants should send a CV, a one-page statement of interest, and contact information for three referees to: Tracy Watkins ([emailprotected])

Site Leads:

Dr. Nathan Stall (Sinai Health)

Dr. Richard Norman (UHN)

Division of General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, Sinai Health System and UHN

CAUTION : This ad is posted only on the U of T affiliated hospital job board. Please follow the instructions above for applications; submissions via the 'Apply Now' button on this page will not be considered.

For more information about the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto, visit our website. The academic position descriptions are available at this webpage.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto values diversity and aims to foster a culture of inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and individuals of diverse sexual and gender identities. We seek applicants committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, recognizing the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences in strengthening our academic community.

Accessibility Statement

The University is committed to accessibility and inclusion, aligning with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We strive to make our recruitment processes accessible and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If accommodations are needed during the application process, please contact [emailprotected].

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