Metabolic Geneticist

Natural Factors; Toronto; On-site; CAD 215,000 - 266,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare institution in Toronto is seeking a Metabolic Geneticist to join their Division of Clinical and Metabolic Genetics. The role involves outpatient responsibilities and collaborative research within a prestigious academic environment. Candidates must have an MD or equivalent and experience in metabolic medicine. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Relocation Package

Qualifications

• Experience in metabolic medicine required.
• Candidates must hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient responsibilities with inpatient coverage.
• Independent and collaborative clinical and basic research.

Skills

English

Metabolic Medicine

Education

MD

MBBS

Job description

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

Position: Metabolic Geneticist

Division: Division of Clinical and Metabolic Genetics

Department: Department of Paediatrics

Hospital: The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5G 1X8

The Division of Clinical and Metabolic Genetics, Department of Paediatrics at the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is recruiting a 1.0 FTE permanent faculty position for a Metabolic Geneticist/Metabolic Physician in the Division of Clinical and Metabolic Genetics. The Hospital for Sick Children is an academic health science centre dedicated to the care of children; affiliated with the University of Toronto.

The Division of Clinical and Metabolic Genetics has a long tradition of excellence in clinical care, education and innovative research. Independent and collaborative clinical and basic research is performed by Division members. The Division hosts both residency and fellowship training programs (in Clinical Genetics and Biochemical Genetics) which are fully accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the Canadian College of Medical Geneticists. The Hospital for Sick Children has a full service biochemical diagnostic laboratory hosted within the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. The position is for an academic clinician and includes outpatient responsibilities with an equitable share of inpatient coverage for the consultation team. The Division and the University of Toronto co-sponsor a M.Sc. Program for Genetic Counselling.

All candidates must be able to function proficiency in English, hold an MD, MBBS or equivalent thereto and be certified or eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or have comparable qualifications. Candidates must hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. The candidate should have experience in metabolic medicine as demonstrated by completion of subspecialty or experience in the management of metabolic patients.

The successful candidate must be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto and have a good academic track record. Rank and salary ($215,576-$265,377) per annum and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will be eligible for a benefit package which includes medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, group insurance, pension plan, vision care, academic allowance, and a relocation package.

Interested individuals should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three referees to: Dr. Roberto Mendoza, Head, Division of Clinical and Metabolic Genetics, Department of Paediatrics, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5G 1X8. E-mail: [e-mail]. This posting will remain open until filled.

Visit our Web sites at www.sickkids.ca/paediatrics or http://www.paeds.utoronto.ca/ for additional information regarding the Department of Paediatrics.

SickKids is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Only those applicants selected for the interview will be contacted.

The University of Toronto and The Hospital for Sick Children are strongly committed to diversity within its community. Both institutions recognize systemic barriers that impact equity seeking groups. As such, we welcome applications from historically marginalized groups including Black, Indigenous, and Racialized people, women, LGBTQIA+, and/or persons with disabilities. The Department recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have influenced their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. The Department further supports an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, Meagan Cameira, Executive Assistant to the Chair at [e-mail] or 416.613.6122.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Only those applicants selected for the interview will be contacted.

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a health care institution, our highest priority is the safety of patients, families and staff. As a result, we are adopting all prevention measures to ensure the safety of our patients, families and our staff. Therefore, any offer of employment is conditional upon you submitting proof that you have been fully vaccinated with a Health Canada or World Health Organization (WHO) approved COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible and no later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the effective start date, in addition to satisfying any other condition(s) that may be set out in an offer. If a candidate fails to satisfy this condition (or any other condition(s) set out in an offer), any offer of employment shall be immediately rescinded.

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