Lecturer Or Assistant / Associate / Full Professor - Academic Gastroenterologist

University Of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified full-time academic gastroenterologist for a hospitalist position. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex inpatient GI cases while engaging in research and educational programs. The successful candidate will contribute to a renowned division known for its excellence in therapeutic endoscopy and quality improvement. With a supportive environment for both clinical practice and academic growth, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of medicine.

Qualifications

• Must hold an MD degree and be certified in Gastroenterology.
• Previous experience as a GI hospitalist is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the inpatient GI ward at St. Michael’s Hospital.
• Engage in research and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Gastroenterology certification

Clinical teaching

Inpatient management

Research and quality improvement

Education

MD degree

Job description

Date Posted: 05/07/2025
Closing Date:
06/11/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 42839
Job Category: Faculty - Clinical
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Dept of Medicine
Hospital Affiliation: Unity Health Toronto - St. Michael's
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Department of Medicine at St. Michael’s Hospital, in conjunction with the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, is seeking a qualified full-time academic gastroenterologist for a hospitalist position. The candidate must be eligible for a clinical academic appointment at the rank of Lecturer, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor at the University of Toronto. The role includes responsibilities as a Clinician-Teacher (CT), Clinician-Educator (CE), or Clinician in Quality and Innovation (CQI). The expected start date is October 1, 2025, or shortly thereafter.

The candidate should hold an MD degree, be certified or eligible for certification in Gastroenterology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and possess licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). Previous experience as a GI hospitalist working with inpatients with complex GI disorders is required. The position involves managing the inpatient GI ward at St. Michael’s Hospital, engaging in research and quality improvement, and participating in educational programs at all levels, including supervising fellows and hospitalist trainees. Leadership in education is encouraged.

For detailed faculty requirements, see Table 2 at deptmedicine.utoronto.ca.

The successful candidate will report to the Head, Division of Gastroenterology, which is renowned for therapeutic endoscopy, research, education, and quality improvement.

Application Process:

Applications are accepted until June 11, 2025. Interested candidates should submit a one-page statement of interest, CV, and contact details of four referees (two internal, two external) to:

Dr. Natalie Wong, Interim Physician-in-Chief
c/o Jessica Comilang, Administrative Assistant
St. Michael's Hospital
30 Bond Street, Room 2-468 Bond Wing
Toronto, ON M5B 1W8
Email: [Insert email address]

This posting is exclusive to the U of T hospital job board. Applications via the 'Apply Now' button on the webpage will not be considered.

About St. Michael’s Hospital and the University of Toronto:

St. Michael’s is part of Unity Health Toronto, serving a wide range of healthcare needs and supporting research and education. Known as the Urban Angel, it specializes in trauma, neurosurgery, cardiac care, and more. It is affiliated with the University of Toronto and home to the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute.

For more info, visit unityhealth.to/locations/st-michaels-hospital/ and deptmedicine.utoronto.ca.