Lecturer or Assistant Professor - Academic Geriatrician

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking qualified academic geriatricians to join their team in providing exceptional patient care and contributing to medical education. This position offers the opportunity to engage in innovative quality improvement initiatives and to teach both undergraduate and postgraduate students at a prestigious institution. Candidates will be part of a collaborative environment focused on excellence in geriatrics, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion. This role promises a rewarding career path with competitive remuneration and the chance to make a significant impact in the field of geriatric medicine.

Qualifications

• Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
• Specialist certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary patient-centered care.
• Participate in teaching programs at the University of Toronto.
• Demonstrate excellence in scholarly contributions.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Teaching

Quality improvement

Curriculum development

Education

MD degree

Specialist 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 part of 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, with an effective start date of September 2025 or a mutually agreed date.

Responsibilities :

1. Provide exemplary patient-centered care.
2. Participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programs of the University of Toronto.
3. For Clinician Teacher candidates: demonstrate excellence through scholarly contributions to teaching, awards, pedagogical innovation, and curriculum development.
4. For Clinician in Quality & Innovation candidates: demonstrate excellence through advanced training in quality improvement, successful initiatives, practice or equipment innovations, and invitations to conferences.

Qualifications :

1. Hold an MD degree and be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario in Geriatric Medicine.
2. Have or be eligible for specialist geriatric medicine certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Remuneration :

Estimated range of $300,000-$350,000 per annum, including fees for service, commensurate with rank, qualifications, and experience.

Application Process :

Applications, including a CV, a one-page statement of interest, and contact details of three referees, should be sent to Tracy Watkins at [emailprotected] by May 20, 2025, or until the positions are filled.

Contact :

Dr. Nathan Stall, Site Lead Geriatrics, Sinai Health System

Dr. Richard Norman, Site Lead Geriatrics, University Health Network

Additional Information :

This posting is only on the U of T hospital job board. For more information about the Department of Medicine, visit https://www.deptmedicine.utoronto.ca. Applications from Canadians and permanent residents are prioritized.

Diversity & Accessibility :

The University values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and those of diverse sexual and gender identities. We are committed to accessibility and will provide accommodations during the application process upon request.