Medicine - Assistant/Associate Professor, Clinical (Pediatric Radiologist-Abdominal Imaging)

Faculty of Medicine – Department of Diagnostic Radiology - Division of Pediatric Radiology, Abdominal Imaging

Position description
The McGill University Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Division of Pediatric Radiology in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is inviting applications for a full-time Contract Academic Staff position as a Pediatric Radiologist with subspecialty or particular interest for pediatric abdominal imaging at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical) and based at the Pediatric Medical Imaging Division of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC). The professorial rank will be determined according to the candidate’s qualifications and experience. This will be a Contract Academic Staff position and does not confer eligibility for tenure.

The Department of Diagnostic Radiology at McGill University is one of the oldest departments in North America. We are proud of our longstanding foundation of excellence in both clinical and educational activities. Our Residency Program is robust and recognized nationally and internationally. Our Fellowship Program is also very successful and attracts trainees from all over the world.

The Montreal Children’s Hospital (MCH) is 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 MCH has an international reputation for excellence. As well as being a McGill University associated teaching hospital, the MCH provides state-of-the-art tertiary and quaternary imaging and care for neonates, children, and adolescents, including kidney transplantation and progressive neurosurgical and cardiovascular surgery. The MCH is a Level I Trauma Centre situated on the Glen campus of the MUHC in a state-of-the-art 2015 facility.

There is ample opportunity for research in advanced MRI techniques. The MCH has 154 in-patients beds, 20 emergency department beds, and receives more than 80,000 annual visits, with an annual volume of more than 7,000 surgeries and approximately 177,000 clinics visits. A total of 80,000 imaging studies are performed each year at the MCH, with a full range of imaging modalities, including magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, digital fluoroscopy, and interventional radiology.

Applicants are encouraged to simultaneously apply for, and be considered for, the MUHC Director of the Division of Pediatric Radiology, although this is not required

Job Duties
The successful candidate will be responsible for clinical, teaching, and research activities in Pediatric Radiology and its subspecialties. The incumbent will be expected to participate in on-call duties in diagnostic pediatric radiology, in rotation with the other members of the Division. The successful candidate will also be expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission (i.e., teaching, research, supervision of students and residents, and involvement in other scholarly duties such as 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 for Pediatric Radiologist

Candidates must:

• Hold an MD degree and must hold, or be eligible for, licensure in the Province of Quebec;
• Have completed subspecialty training in Diagnostic Radiology with certification by the Collège des médecins du Québec or Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or equivalent);
• Have a minimum of 1 year of additional subspecialty training/fellowship in Pediatric Radiology;
• Have subspecialty training, or particular interest and experience, in pediatric abdominal imaging;
• Additional training and interest in pediatric musculoskeletal imaging or fetal imaging would be considered an asset;
• Applicants should have a demonstrable interest and commitment to teaching, clinical research, and publication;

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.

JOB DETAILS
Job Type: Contract Academic Staff (Clinical)
Rank:  Assistant/Associate Professor
Job status: Full-time
Salary: Remuneration will be according to Quebec health care fee schedule
Posting period: 30 days from the date of publication

APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications must be submitted on-line at: https://mcgill.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/McGill_Careers/job/Mtl-Childrens-Hosp/Assistant-Associate- Professor--Clinical---Department-of-Diagnostic-Radiology---Division-of-Pediatric-Radiology--Abdominal- Imaging--C2-241217-_JR0000062300

The following supporting documents are required:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae
• Statement of research
• Names and contact information of three referees

Use a personal email address when creating an account in Workday to submit your application. Do not use @mail.mcgill.ca or @mcgill.ca email accounts to apply.

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.

L’Université McGill est une institution de langue anglaise dans laquelle la majorité des activités d’enseignement et de recherche s’effectuent en langue anglaise, rendant essentielle l’utilisation de l’anglais pour la communication orale et écrite.

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, 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, this email or phone at 514-398-2477.

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