Assistant Professor (Clinical), Department of Surgery, Division of

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Position Description

The McGill University Department of Surgery, Division of Urology in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is inviting applications for a full-time Contract Academic Staff position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Clinical) based at the Jewish General Hospital (JGH). This will be a three-year, renewable appointment and does not confer eligibility for tenure.

The Department of Surgery is a leader in academic medicine. Our educational and research missions support excellent and innovative clinical programs across our teaching hospitals. The successful candidate will join an academic and high-volume comprehensive Division of Urology at the JGH—a major teaching hospital affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at Canada’s internationally renowned McGill University, located in the vibrant and multicultural city of Montreal, in the province of Quebec.

The McGill University Division of Urology is at the forefront of urological research in Canada and has achieved international recognition. The Division is composed of nineteen full-time urologists dedicated to the achievement of excellence in clinical urologic patient care, research, and education. The divisional members conduct adult and pediatric activities at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), the Jewish General Hospital (JGH), and St. Mary’s Hospital. This position will be based at the Jewish General Hospital (JGH).

Job Duties

The successful candidate will be involved in the academic activities of the McGill University Department of Surgery. They will be expected to engage in and develop an academic clinical and research practice in urologic oncology at the Jewish General Hospital (JGH) and participate actively in all clinical activities. The incumbent will also be expected to share on call responsibilities and be actively involved in relevant aspects of McGill’s academic mission (e.g., research, teaching, supervision of graduate students and residents, and involvement in academic and administrative committees).

McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Candidates must:

Have a medical degree (MD), and must hold, or be eligible for, licensure in the province of Quebec;

Have completed subspecialty training in Urology with a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification (or equivalent);

Have completed a minimum of one-year fellowship in urologic oncology;

Be an academic urologist licensed or be eligible for licensure in the province of Quebec;

Be committed to clinical excellence, research, and education;

Bilingual language skills (French and English) are preferred, or a commitment to acquire the necessary language skills to practice medicine in Quebec. Candidates should be able to interact in English and in French with patients, families, and health care professionals.

Faculty/Department/Unit:

Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Surgery, Division of Urology

Job Type:

Contract Academic Staff (Clinical)

Rank:

Assistant Professor

Salary:

Remuneration will be according to Quebec health care fee schedule.

Job Status:

Full-time

Posting Period:

By invitation only

Required Documents:

The following supporting documents are required:

cover letter and curriculum vitae

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Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

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.

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, .

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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