Job Description

About the OpportunityThe Division of Hematopathology in the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the Nova Scotia Health Central Zone /Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre (QEII HSC) in Halifax, is seeking an academic hematopathologist. QEII HSC is a large, tertiary care teaching hospital affiliated with Dalhousie University and is the major adult referral centre for the Maritime Provinces.The successful applicant will join an active team of nine hematopathologists and four clinical scientists that serves a wide variety of patient programs including hematology, oncology, bleeding disorders, bone marrow and organ transplantation and blood transfusion. The Division has active Royal College residency training program in Hematopathology, as well as fellowship programs in Hematopathology and Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. It is a busy clinical service, providing state-of- the- art diagnostic methods and research opportunities in morphology, molecular pathology, bone marrow transplantation, coagulation disorders, transfusion medicine, flow cytometry and HLA typing. This position requires a commitment to clinical service, teaching and research.The successful applicant will be expected to participate in all aspects of clinical hematopathology service. Protected time for research may be arranged for a suitably qualified candidate.QualificationsApplicants should hold certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or acceptable equivalent) in Hematological Pathology. Alternatively, applicants may hold RCPSC certification in either General Pathology or Anatomical Pathology (or acceptable equivalent) with additional fellowship training in Hematopathology.The successful candidate will be eligible for an academic position in the Department of Pathology at Dalhousie University.How to ApplyPotential candidates are invited to apply by forwarding a letter of interest and CV before July 15, 2024 to:Dr. Robert Liwski,Head, Division of HematopathologyRoom 204 Mackenzie Bldg.5788 University AvenueHalifax, NS, Canada B3H 1V8Email:Phone: 902-473-1429In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. If suitable Canadian citizens and permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. We are committed to fostering a culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness.We commit to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi\'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.Community DetailsHalifax, the largest urban area in Atlantic Canada and Nova Scotia\'s capital city, sits in the center of Nova Scotia\'s east coast and is an important seaport that looks out over one of the world\'s largest natural harbors.Halifax is a perfect paradox. We are where land meets sea, old meets new, urban meets rural, and traditional meets trendy. We balance a relaxing pace with modern urban amenities and affordability with world class-experiences. We value our strong historical ties but drive to shake up the norm. This perfect balance makes Halifax one of the best places in the world to visit, no matter what a visitor is looking for.Nature lovers will find sandy beaches, beautiful gardens, and hiking, birding, and beachcombing. Urbanites can enjoy the symphony, live theater, art galleries, and museums, along with a lively nightlife that includes brewpubs and a great culinary scene.Home to three Dalhousie campuses, Halifax is a vibrant, coastal urban centre of 425,000 people that has everything you\'d expect from a big city within a close-knit community. One of Canada\'s fastest-growing cities, Halifax is home to innovative tech and entrepreneurial communities, as well as thriving financial and ocean technology sectors. Halifax plays an essential role in the economic development of the North Atlantic seaboard and fosters a flourishing offshore industry, ground-breaking life sciences research and development, and a wealth of business opportunities. Ranked as first among mid-sized cities in North America in overall cost competitiveness, Halifax is the economic leader in the region with the resource, labour force, and cost advantages to attract high-profile businesses. The spectacular location and creative sides of Halifax are what make the city truly one-of-a-kind. The city boasts a vibrant atmosphere including live Theatre, world-class Symphonic performances, and many museums and art galleries. Halifax is also home to sports franchises, rowing clubs, as well as an active inter-university sports scene, a thriving amateur sports culture, and many opportunities for personal fitness. There are also endless outdoor adventures to be had while kayaking, sailing, surfing, hiking, rock-climbing, skiing, whale watching, and more.Nova Scotia Health ( ) is the largest employer in the province. More than 23,000 employees, 2,500 physicians and 7,000 volunteers combine to provide care at more than 45 facilities throughout the province. The Central Zone provides core health services to 400,000 Halifax region residents (40% of the population of Nova Scotia) and tertiary and quaternary acute care services to residents of Atlantic Canada. The QEII Health Sciences Centre is the principal teaching hospital affiliated with Dalhousie University, and a centre for health care research.

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