Job Description

BC Children\'s Hospital (BCCH) is an academic health science center dedicated to the care of children, youth and their families and is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at The University of British Columbia (UBC). In 2023, it was ranked fifth in the World\xe2\x80\x99s Best Specialized Hospitals. BCCH is a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) which plans, manages and evaluates specialty and province-wide health care services across BC. PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence. These include: Respect people \xe2\x80\xa2 Be compassionate \xe2\x80\xa2 Dare to innovate \xe2\x80\xa2 Cultivate partnerships \xe2\x80\xa2 Serve with purposeUBC is Canada\xe2\x80\x99s third largest university and consistently ranks among the 40 best universities in the world. Primarily situated in Vancouver, UBC is a research-intensive university and has an economic impact of $4 billion to the provincial economy.The BC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR) is a partnership of UBC and PHSA whose programs include BC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital, Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children and the BC Women\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital and Health Centre. The BCCHR is dedicated to high quality research spanning a wide range of concerns relevant to children\xe2\x80\x99s and family health.Pediatric Clinical ImmunologistDivision of ImmunologyBC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital & University of British ColumbiaVancouver, British Columbia, CanadaRegular Full-Time (1.0 FTE)The University of British Columbia & BC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital are seeking a full time pediatric clinical immunologist to provide clinical and academic services to the Division of Immunology. The Division of Immunology provides subspecialty clinical immunology care for children with immune system disorders from across British Columbia and the Yukon. Our team is committed to achieving the best outcomes for patients through a collaborative clinical approach and through excellence in teaching, advocacy and research. Research conducted in the program is world leading, discovering new immune system disorders and novel, patient-specific treatments. Our immunology physicians have been recognized for our excellence in clinical care, education and research through national and international awards. The Division continuously strives to improve our clinical programs by implementing and updating guidelines and care pathways based on feedback and new knowledge in our field.The Division engages with healthcare learners from multiple disciplines and provides an outstanding environment for clinical research and teaching. The Division is also committed to the education of future health care providers through a successful Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada accredited fellowship training program.The successful candidate for this clinical position will have demonstrated a commitment to academics, research, and clinical excellence in Immunology. With a broad scope of clinical experience, they will provide the highest quality clinical service, with a focus on continuous improvement, and academic and research excellence. Applicants with additional specialty areas of practice/scholarly work such as medical education, quality improvement, transplant immunology or other relevant domains are particularly welcome.The candidate will have passed or be eligible for the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada examinations in Pediatrics or comparable qualifications and will have completed a recognized training program in Immunology.Anticipated start date: January 1, 2025 or as negotiated.Qualified individuals should submit their CV; covering letter of interest; and the names, academic rank and contact information of 4 referees. Applications will be reviewed in early October, and will continue until a suitable candidate has been found.For information regarding the program, or to apply please contact:Kyla J. Hildebrand MD, FRCPC MSc.CH (HPTE)Clinical Associate ProfessorInterim Head, Division of ImmunologyClinical Investigator, BC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital Research InstituteFaculty of Medicine | Department of PediatricsThe University of British Columbia | BC Children\'s HospitalE-mail: Kyla.Hildebrand@cw.bc.caPronouns: She/HerBC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital and the University of British Columbia are committed to employment equity and hire on the basis of merit. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Labor Agreement
Requisition # Ped_Immun-2423910
Work Site
Job Type Regular, Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work
Work Days
Expiry Date 18-Dec-2024

Provincial Health Services Authority