Program officer Jobs in Saskatoon, SK

Job Description

The University of Saskatchewan (USask), as a member of the U15 group of Canadian Research Universities, is one of the top research-intensive, medical doctoral universities in Canada, and is home to world-leading research in areas of global importance, such as infectious diseases and water and food security. Guided by the University Plan: The University the World Needs, USask works together across disciplines and within the community to find creative solutions to the most pressing global challenges

Saskatchewan Health Authority, in partnership with USask’s College of Medicine, play a key role in improving the health and well-being of the people of Saskatchewan. Together, they advance innovative education, interdisciplinary research, and community engagement while training culturally competent clinicians and scientists through accredited programs, including the province’s only medical school.

The Department of Medicine in the University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine is a leading clinical and academic department dedicated to advancing internal medicine care, education, and research across the province. The department plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care while training the next generation of physicians and specialists. Through its diverse faculty and research programs, the department contributes to innovations in clinical practice and health outcomes, supporting improved care for patients throughout Saskatchewan.

The College of Medicine at University of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Health Authority invite nominations and applications for the position of Provincial Department Head, Department of Medicine.

Reporting to the Dean of the College of Medicine and the Chief Medical Officer of the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), the Provincial Department Head provides leadership for the department’s academic, clinical, research, and operational activities. The role aligns departmental priorities with the broader strategic goals of both the College and the health system. As a member of the senior leadership teams of the College and the SHA, the Provincial Department Head serves as a strategic connector between medical education, research, clinical practice, and public health needs, helping translate knowledge into improved system performance and more effective patient-centred care.

Job Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold an MD and be eligible for licensure in Saskatchewan. They will be an accomplished clinician and respected leader with demonstrated experience in academic and clinical leadership, including mentorship, faculty recruitment, and development. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, engaging, and strategic, with the ability to lead and inspire diverse teams, communicate effectively across stakeholders, and advance the department’s academic, research, teaching, and clinical priorities. With strong administrative and strategic planning skills, the successful candidate will bring the vision and leadership required to guide the department through a period of growth and change while strengthening its commitment to excellence in patient care, education, and research.