Job Description

Date Posted: 03/27/2023
Closing Date: 06/30/2023, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 30397
Job Category: Faculty - Clinical
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Dept of Surgery
Hospital Affiliation: UHN - Toronto Western Hospital
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Division of General Surgery in the Sprott Department of Surgery at the University Health Network and the University of Toronto is inviting applications for the position of an Academic Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncologist/Colorectal Surgeon. This appointment is for a full-time faculty position in the Division of General Surgery at University Health Network.

The effective date of this position is August 1st, 2023.

The successful applicant will work within the Division of General Surgery and will participate in general surgery call at the attending staff level, practical and didactic teaching of general surgery junior and senior residents and as well as general surgery oncology fellows. The clinical practice of the successful candidate will focus on benign and malignant diseases of the colon and rectum with interest in developing novel and innovative therapeutic strategies in this field. This will include advanced open and laparoscopic approaches for colorectal diseases, as well as endoluminal diagnostic and therapeutic colorectal procedures.

The candidate must have completed a residency program in general surgery as well as a Surgical Oncology or American Association of Colorectal Surgeons accredited fellowship, (or equivalent). The candidate\'s application should demonstrate outstanding technical skills, the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and to teach trainees at all levels.

The successful candidate will be a surgeon scientist who is interested in leading basic science research initiatives focused on colorectal disease pathways, and will hold a graduate degree (Masters or PhD). Evidence of strong academic commitment is required. Additionally, evidence of productivity, excellence, and the potential to become an international leader is essential.

The candidate must be eligible for appointment at the University of Toronto at the academic rank of Assistant Professor. The candidate must be eligible for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

Start-up research support and mentoring will be provided. Starting salary will be between the range of $200,000.00 - $300,000.00 (CND) and commensurate with qualifications and experience. This estimate is based on fee for service billings and the support from the University Health Network Division of General Surgery practice plan.

The University Health Network is comprised of the Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education and is Canada\'s largest and leading clinical and research hospital. The University Health Network is an academic institution affiliated with the University of Toronto and is recognized internationally for excellence in patient care, innovation, research and education. The Division of General Surgery is currently comprised of twenty-six surgeons, three of them specializing in Colorectal Surgery.

Please submit a letter of intent, CV and the name of three referees by June 30th, 2023 to:

Dr. Markus Selzner

Acting Head, Division of General Surgery, UHN

Toronto General Hospital, 200 Elizabeth St., 10 Eaton, Room 220

Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5G 2C4

Questions and correspondence should be directed to: Hillary Gandy, Hillary.gandy@uhn.ca T: (416) 340-3573.

For more information about the Temerty Faculty of Medicine/Department of Surgery and the Sprott Department of Surgery, University Health Network, please visit and .

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

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