Senior Scientist I (Peter Gilgan Chair in Neuroregeneration Research)

Krembil Research Institute at University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Krembil Brain Institute at UHN is seeking a candidate for the Peter Gilgan Chair in Neuroregeneration Research. This role involves leading innovative research, teaching, and collaboration with various institutions to advance neuroregeneration strategies. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Support for relocation expenses

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.D. required.
• Significant postdoctoral research experience.
• Established record of research excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research in neuroregeneration.
• Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Maintain an independently funded research program.

Skills

Leadership in research

Research excellence

Grant writing

Teaching

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 establishedand 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

Qualifications

Candidates 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 cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • 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)