Paediatric Haematologist/Oncologist, Blood & Marrow Transplant/Cellular Therapy

The Hospital for Sick Children; Toronto; Presencial; CAD 276.000 - 350.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Academic allowance

Relocation support

Pension plan

Descripción de la vacante

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto is recruiting a permanent full‑time Paediatric Haematology/Oncology, Blood and Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy (BMT/CT) Section physician. The role emphasizes clinical leadership in a world‑class pediatric program.

The BMT/CT program is FACT‑accredited, with a large 17‑bed unit; about 120–130 transplants and cellular therapies are performed yearly, spanning malignancies and immune disorders.

Formación

• MD, MBBS or equivalent.
• Certified or eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or hold comparable qualifications.
• Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

Responsabilidades

• Provide clinical care in paediatric Haematology/Oncology and BMT/CT.
• Contribute to education and training within the Division.
• Engage in research and teaching activities and after-hours coverage.

Conocimientos

Clinical excellence

Teaching

Research

Educación

MD/MBBS

Descripción del empleo

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.

Effective October 1, 2026, the Division of Haematology/Oncology, Blood and Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy (BMT/CT) Section, within the Department of Paediatrics at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, is recruiting a permanent full-time Paediatric Haematology/Oncologist. SickKids is an academic health science centre dedicated to the care of children and is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto.

The BMT/CT program at SickKids is one of the largest paediatric transplant and cellular therapy programs in North America. The program is FACT-accredited and includes a 17-bed dedicated inpatient unit. Approximately 120 to 130 transplants and cellular therapy procedures are performed annually for children referred from across Ontario and the Atlantic provinces. Clinical services include transplantation and cell-based therapies for malignancies, immunodeficiencies, bone marrow failure syndromes, metabolic disorders, autoimmune diseases, and haemoglobinopathies.

The section currently comprises six faculty members and maintains a strong portfolio of gene therapy, cell therapy, and immune effector cell clinical trials, along with active translational and basic research programs. The program is developing on-site cell and gene therapy manufacturing capabilities and collaborates closely with internationally recognized SickKids programs in immunology, haemoglobinopathy, metabolic disease, and oncology.

With rapidly expanding indications for cellular therapies, including CAR-T, gene therapy, and gene editing, the successful candidate will contribute to clinical excellence and help shape the strategic direction of the program.

SickKids is home to Canada\'s largest paediatric research institute, with more than 2,000 researchers, trainees, and staff. The BMT/CT section is embedded within a highly collaborative research environment, with opportunities across the SickKids Research Institute, the University of Toronto, and affiliated networks. The program is supported by significant philanthropic investment dedicated to advancing clinical and research efforts.

The BMT/CT section operates a well-established clinical fellowship program that attracts national and international trainees. The successful candidate will contribute to education and training and support global capacity-building in transplant and cellular therapy.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic interprofessional care team and provide care for patients in both inpatient and ambulatory settings within the BMT/CT section. Responsibilities include performing procedures and participating in after-hours clinical coverage. The role is primarily clinical, with expectations to contribute to the clinical, research, and teaching missions of the Division. Evidence of excellence in teaching and research is required. Candidates at all career stages are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be proficient in English and hold an MD, MBBS, or equivalent. Candidates must be certified or eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or hold comparable qualifications. Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario is required.

The successful candidate must be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. Rank and salary range from $275,543 to $350,000 per year and are commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, including medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, group insurance, pension plan, vision care, academic allowance, and relocation support.

For additional information about the Department of Paediatrics, please visit www.paeds.utoronto.ca.

The University of Toronto and The Hospital for Sick Children are committed to diversity and inclusion and support equitable access to opportunities. Applications are encouraged from historically marginalized groups, including Black, Indigenous, and racialized persons, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and persons with disabilities. The Department recognizes the impact of career interruptions, including family care or health-related leave, and encourages applicants to identify such experiences for equitable consideration.

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Individuals requiring accommodation may contact Sarah Isbester, Executive Assistant to the Chair, at [e-mail] or 416-613-6122.

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and required accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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