Senior Scientist I (Peter Gilgan Chair in Neuroregeneration Research)

Nature Careers; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Krembil Brain Institute at UHN, affiliated with the University of Toronto, seeks applicants for the Peter Gilgan Chair in Neuroregeneration Research. This prestigious role involves leading significant research and integrating strategies for neuroregeneration in collaboration with multiple health institutions. A Ph.D. or M.D. with a strong research track record is required, along with teaching responsibilities.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Support for relocation expenses

Qualifications

• Significant postdoctoral research experience.
• Established record of research excellence with peer-reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated success in obtaining research funding and leading research teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an independently funded research program.
• Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Collaborate with clinicians and researchers at the Krembil Brain Institute.

Skills

Research leadership

Teaching

Competitive research funding

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. or M.D. in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

The Krembil Brain Institute at University Health Network (UHN), a University of Toronto (U of T) teaching hospital, is seeking applicants for the inaugural Peter Gilgan Chair in Neuroregeneration Research. The successful candidate must already hold, or be eligible for, a full-time clinical or status-only academic appointment within the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, U of T, at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. The term of the Chair position is 5 years with the opportunity for one 5-year renewal following a successful review. The position will begin at a mutually agreeable time.The Peter Gilgan Chair in Neuroregeneration Research will develop and lead research that supports multidisciplinary strategies to promote neuroregeneration in preclinical models with a goal of translating bench research to bedside impact. The role will involve active leadership, nationally and internationally, to advance research strategies for neuroregeneration. The Chairholder will integrate, build and strengthen the Institute's efforts, and champion collaborative and integrative research to build bridges between the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN, U of T and other TAHSN hospitals. The Chairholder will also collaborate with and leverage the expertise of clinicians and researchers at the Krembil Brain Institute.Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A competitive benefits package is being offered along with support for relocation expenses. Duties

• The successful applicant has established and will continue to maintain an original, competitive, and independently funded research program of international caliber
• Expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• The successful applicant will be appointed as a Senior Scientist at the Krembil Research Institute at UHN, and is expected to qualify for an academic cross-appointment as an Associate Professor (status only) at the University of Toronto

QualificationsCandidates must have a Ph.D. or M.D. in a relevant scientific discipline, as well as significant postdoctoral research experience and an established record of research excellence

• Candidates are expected to demonstrate evidence of 1) outstanding peer-reviewed publications in leading journals; 2) successful research funding (peer-reviewed grants, fellowships, etc.); 3) presentations at significant conferences; and 4) significant leadership experience in directing a research team
• A complete package MUST include (please combine these into a SINGLE file to attach to the application) :
• A research program proposal (up to 2 pages, excluding references)
• Teaching and mentorship statement (1 / 2 page)
• Equity, diversity and inclusivity statement (1 / 2 page)

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