Job Description

Description


The Department of Cardiac Sciences, in the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, invites applications for a Tenure Track (contingent) appointment in academic cardiology, with a particular focus in heart failure, nuclear cardiology, and cardiac CT at the Associate Professor level.


Qualifications include a MD, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certified cardiologist with advanced training in heart failure, nuclear cardiology and cardiac CT, and eligibility for regular licensure in the Province of Alberta. The successful candidate will have an established record in clinical research with demonstrated success in both research publications and obtaining research funds. A record of providing leadership in University and Health Services settings is considered an asset. Further, as an academic cardiologist, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in research and teaching in the area of their expertise. Duties will include the supervision of postgraduate clinical trainees and graduate students undertaking research project as well as providing clinical care to patients. Bedside and didactic teaching responsibilities are also expected.


Applicants must present evidence of an established, externally funded (at the level of Tri-Council or equivalent peer reviewed National/International organization) research program, a strong publication record as evidenced by continuous publication in high ranking journals, including as senior or first author. Applicants must show evidence of successful teaching and/or graduate supervision, and evidence of established academic engagement in professional and other communities.


The University of Calgary adheres to the principles of the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) and strives to evaluate research impact responsibly and inclusively by explicitly considering discipline-appropriate methods for demonstrating the quality, significance, and societal impact of a broad range of research contributions.


The University of Calgary recognizes that candidates have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged but not required to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions to allow for a fair assessment of their application. Selection committees have been instructed to give careful consideration to, and be sensitive to the impact of career interruptions, when assessing the candidates research productivity.


Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application online via University of Calgary Careers webpage using the `Apply Now link.


Please be aware that the application process allows for a maximum of four attachments. Your four application attachments should be organized to contain the following (you are encouraged to merge documents to reduce the number of attachments):


Cover letter

Curriculum vitae

Research interest statement (not to exceed 2 pages)

Leadership statement including equity, diversity and inclusion considerations (not to exceed 2 pages)

The names and contact information for three (3) referees. Reference letters will not be required unless the applicant is short-listed for a visit/interview.


For more information please contact:

Dr. Andrew Howarth

ahowarth@ucalgary.ca


Application deadline: March 21, 2025



The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

•As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the• •Office of Institutional Commitments ( equity@ucalgary.ca ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ( hrhire@ucalgary.ca ).•

•All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)•


For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website . For more information about the Cumming School of Medicine, click •here•.

About the University of Calgary


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