Lecturer/ Assistant Professor - Academic Neurologist

Inside Higher Ed; Canada; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

A leading academic health science center in Canada is looking for a full-time Academic Neurologist (Clinician Investigator) at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will advance research in movement disorders and provide clinical care, while participating in teaching and quality-improvement initiatives. The estimated salary ranges from $200,000 to $400,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested candidates should apply by submitting the required documents to Dr. Brian Murray.

Qualifications

• MD degree required for the position.
• Certification in Neurology is essential.
• Licensure in Ontario is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct shared general neurology call and inpatient consultation services.
• Provide outpatient clinical care.
• Advance a scholarly research agenda in movement disorders.
• Teach medical students and residents.
• Participate in quality-improvement initiatives.

Skills

Neurology

Research in movement disorders

Clinical care management

Teaching medical students

Experience with neuromodulation techniques

Pre-operative assessment

Education

MD degree

Certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Neurology

Advanced training in movement disorders

Job description

Position Overview

The Division of Neurology, Dept. of Medicine at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, in partnership with the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, seeks a full‑time Academic Neurologist (Clinician Investigator) at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2026.

Applicants will advance research in movement disorders, collaborate with a high‑performing team, and provide clinical care in inpatient and outpatient settings while pursuing scholarly activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct shared general neurology call and inpatient consultation services.
• Provide outpatient clinical care and manage related clinical responsibilities.
• Advance a scholarly research agenda in movement disorders (approx. 50% of time).
• Teach medical students and residents (approx. 10% of time).
• Participate in quality‑improvement initiatives and serve key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• MD degree.
• Certified or eligible for certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Neurology.
• Licensure or eligibility to practice in Ontario.
• Advanced training in movement disorders (ideally a fellowship at a high‑volume surgical referral site).
• Experience with neuromodulation techniques, including deep brain stimulation, ablative therapies, motor‑cortex stimulation, and MRI‑guided focused ultrasound.
• Proficiency in pre‑operative assessment, post‑operative follow‑up, and device programming for movement‑disorder patients.

Compensation and Benefits

Estimated remuneration $200,000‑$400,000 per year (fee‑for‑service with salary support), commensurate with rank, qualifications, and experience.

Eligible for membership in the Sunnybrook Department of Medicine Association, providing clinical billing and benefits—including group medical, dental, and life insurance coverage.

Application Instructions

• Submit a letter of interest that includes a statement on equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Provide a curriculum vitae.
• List names and contact information for three referees.

Send all application materials to:
Dr. Brian Murray,
Head, Division of Neurology
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Room A402, 2075 Bayview Avenue
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4N 3M5
or email: [e-mail]

Applications will be accepted until December 23, 2025 or until the position is filled.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and encourages 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.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to be an equitable community and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If accommodations are needed during the application process, please contact [e-mail].