Clinical Research jobs in Canada

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences of McGill University invites
applications for the position of:
Canadian Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Human Immunology

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at McGill University is seeking to recruit an
internationally recognized scientist with a strong track record in innovation and research
leadership to direct a new program in Human Immunology that is supported by a prestigious
CERC award. The CERC program supports Canadian universities in their efforts to build on
Canada's growing reputation as a global leader in research and innovation. The program
supports world-renowned researchers and their teams to establish ambitious research
programs at Canadian universities. These awards are among the most prestigious and
generous available globally.

Following a highly competitive and rigorous selection process involving peer review, CERCs
are appointed for a period of eight years in values of $8 million or $4 million (over the entire
award period). These awards are not renewable. The two award values recognize the
varying costs of research within different research disciplines and aims to be inclusive of all
areas of research.

The CERC Chairholder will be mandated to build a multidisciplinary research team
encompassing a diversity of lived experiences, identities, and career stages, with expertise
in clinical research, immunology, and ‘omics approaches to uncover novel disease
associations. The goal of the CERC research program is to bridge clinical observations with
fundamental discovery in the fields of infectious and immune-mediated diseases. The chair holder will be expected to create links with industrial partners, as well as governmental and
non-governmental organizations, to accelerate translation of research results into improved
health outcomes, ensuring equitable access to the knowledge produced and to the social
and health benefits that will flow from that knowledge.

The CERC Chairholder will be based at the Research institute of the McGill University Health
Centre or the downtown campus of McGill University. The program will benefit from a
dynamic environment that involves strong collaborative links between current investigators
working in epidemiology, clinical trials, genomics, bioinformatics, and subspecialty medicine
and related areas from the Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences, the Faculty of Science,
several McGill Research Centers and technology platforms, and other McGill-affiliated
hospitals.

• The successful candidate is expected to:
  Possess a PhD and/or MD degree in accordance with University’s requirements.
• Be qualified to hold an academic position at the rank of Full Professor or be an
• Associate Professor who is expected to be promoted to Full Professor within one or
  two years of the nomination.
• Have scientific expertise in human immunology, as demonstrated by a strong record
  of publications in internationally recognized scientific journals, success in obtaining
  funding from public and private sources, and prior leadership roles within large,
  interdisciplinary projects.
• Understand and personally champion equity, diversity and inclusion through the
  development of research relevant to marginalized communities, and the creation and
  coordination of teams in which members are from different backgrounds and areas
  of expertise.
• Have the skills to promote a shared vision that will engage and motivate diverse
  collaborators and stakeholders in support of the program.
• Demonstrate the ability to work well with internal and external partners and potential
  stakeholders, such as funding agencies, charities, patient advocacy groups, private
  companies, and the public.
• Participate in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission, including teaching,
  supervision of graduate students, and service

A further important role of the CERC Chairholder will be to contribute to a strong and
innovative training program in human immunology and experimental medicine at McGill.
Candidates will be expected to possess the skills needed to recruit, teach, and mentor a
diverse group of researchers and trainees, reflecting McGill’s commitments to equity and
diversity as set out in core institutional documents including McGill’s Equity, Diversity &
Inclusion Strategic Plan, Taskforce on Indigenous Studies and Indigenous Education, Action
Plan to Address Anti-Black Racism, and McGill Accessibility Strategy.

All McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units,
the University, and the wider scholarly community.

The appointment will be at the rank of Full Professor or Associate Professor. The
successful applicant will be eligible for a tenure stream position. Salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CERC guidelines state that researchers who are currently at another Canadian institution
are eligible as candidates only if there is demonstrable net benefit to the country in moving
the researcher from one Canadian institution to another.

Application Process
Applications must be submitted on-line at: Careers

The following supporting documents are required:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae
• Statement of research interests
• Names and contact information of three referees

Please submit your application within 30 days of the publication date (June 4, 2025). Closing
date: July 4, 2025.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research
activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication
both verbally and in writing.

L’Université McGill est une institution de langue anglaise dans laquelle la majorité des
activités d’enseignement et de recherche s’effectuent en langue anglaise, rendant
essentielle l’utilisation de l’anglais pour la communication orale et écrite.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and
values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications
from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons
with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and
gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and
knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and
modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are
invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic
disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further 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 had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to
ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of
designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable
treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the
implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the
University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures.
Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the
application process may contact, in confidence, Heather Purdie
(heather.purdie@mcgill.ca).