Pediatric Respirologist

Dalhousie University; Halifax; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated physician for a Clinical Faculty Position in Pediatric Respirology. This role offers the opportunity to join a skilled team providing specialized care to children with diverse respiratory conditions. As part of a leading research university, you will engage in teaching and research, contributing significantly to the academic mission. The position promises a collaborative environment with a focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about pediatric care and education.

Qualifications

• MD degree from an accredited university is required.
• Certification in Pediatrics and Pediatric Respirology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to children with respiratory conditions.
• Contribute to research and teaching in Pediatrics.

Skills

Bronchoscopy skills

Pediatric Respirology

Teaching skills

Research skills

Education

MD degree

Certification in Pediatrics

Certification in Pediatric Respirology

Job description

Continuing Appointment with Annual Academic Career Development

Department/Unit

Pediatrics

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia

About the opportunity

Clinical Faculty Position, Pediatric Respirology

The Division of Respirology in the Department of Pediatrics at Dalhousie University and the IWK Health Centre is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) physician at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. The individual will join a team of two respirologists.

The Division provides care to children with a wide variety of respiratory conditions like asthma, sleep medicine, complex respiratory care, home ventilation, non-CF bronchiectasis/PCD, and is the regional Centre for Cystic Fibrosis. In addition to outpatient care, the division provides usual ward care, consult service, and equally divided on-call coverage. Bronchoscopy skills are essential. Additional training in interstitial lung disease, aero-digestive and/or sleep medicine will be an asset to complement our group practice.

The successful applicant will contribute to the academic mission of the Department of Pediatrics through research and teaching trainees at different stages of their training.

The IWK Health Centre is a tertiary care children’s and women’s facility serving the Maritime Provinces of Canada. Dalhousie University, Atlantic Canada’s leading research university, offers a range of collaborative research and teaching possibilities. Cross-appointment to relevant Departments is possible for interested candidates.

Qualifications:

1. MD degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university.
2. Certification in Pediatrics and certification in Pediatric Respirology Medicine (or equivalent).
3. Eligibility for medical licensure in the Province of Nova Scotia.

Compensation and academic appointment are commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Interested applicants must submit a current CV and a statement outlining their academic, teaching, and research interests. Candidates must also provide the names and contact information for three referees (two of which must be academic).

Applications will be accepted until July 26, 2023.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.