Lecturer or Assistant Professor - Academic Geriatrician

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

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking dedicated academic geriatricians for full-time roles. The successful candidates will be involved in providing exceptional patient care and contributing to the educational programs at the University of Toronto. This role offers an opportunity to excel in teaching, innovation, and quality improvement within a supportive academic environment. If you are passionate about advancing geriatric medicine and shaping the future of healthcare education, this position is a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Must hold an MD degree and be eligible for licensure in Geriatric Medicine.
• Specialist certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada is required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient-centered care

Teaching and curriculum development

Geriatric Medicine expertise

Quality and Innovation initiatives

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 fully-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, with appointments starting in September 2025 or a mutually agreed date.

Responsibilities include providing exemplary patient-centered care and participating in the undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programs of the University of Toronto.

For appointment as a Clinician Teacher, excellence will be demonstrated through scholarly contributions to teaching, awards, pedagogical innovation, and curriculum development. For Clinician in Quality and Innovation, excellence includes advanced training, successful initiatives, practice or equipment innovations, conference invitations, and accolades.

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 specialist certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. The estimated salary range is $300,000-$350,000 annually, commensurate with experience and academic rank.

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

For more information, visit our website and review the academic position descriptions.

Note: This ad is posted only on the U of T affiliated hospital job board. Applications submitted via the 'Apply Now' button will NOT be considered.

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 encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, recognizing the importance of diverse perspectives in strengthening our academic community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to be an equitable and inclusive community, committed to accessibility and accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact [emailprotected].