Paediatric Hepatologist

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Position Description

The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto

Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition

Paediatric Hepatologist

Effective April 1, 2025, the Department of Paediatrics, Temerity Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto and the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, an academic health science centre dedicated exclusively to children, affiliated with the University of Toronto, is recruiting a full-time permanent staff physician as a Clinician Investigator.

The Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (GHN) comprises 17 highly collegial faculty who provide tertiary / quaternary-care clinical programs and maintain a high volume, high impact research output in one of the leading GI divisions in North America. The position offers a unique environment for medical science discoveries near nine teaching and research hospitals and Canada’s largest university.

The successful candidate must have completed training in paediatric GHN certified by the RCPSC, or equivalent. They must have excellent clinical abilities in general GHN and have training and subspecialty expertise in paediatric hepatology and liver transplantation.

The successful candidate must have an excellent and extensive training record in research related to paediatric hepatology / liver transplantation and show strong potential to successfully develop their own independent research program. A postgraduate research degree is preferred. An Associate Scientist position in the SickKids Research Institute will be sought and approximately 50% of time will be protected for research. Academic responsibilities will also include teaching and mentoring fellows within the GHN fellowship training program. Opportunities also exist for teaching in other programs.

The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include providing clinical care, which will encompass contributions to one or more of the GHN in-patient services (GHN in-patients, liver transplant / hepatology; GHN in-patients, consult service), providing hepatology out-patient clinics, conducting GI endoscopic procedures, and participating in the on-call schedule, all within a tertiary / quaternary care environment. Ability to cover the liver transplant in-patient service is mandatory. The successful candidate will become an integral part of the Hepatology program at SickKids, working closely with Hepatology staff members, liver and liver transplant allied health members and the surgical team.

All candidates must be able to function proficiently in English, hold an MD, MBBS or equivalent, and be certified or eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or have comparable qualifications. Candidates must hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. This position will remain open until filled.

The successful candidate will be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. Rank and salary ($227,000-$321,000) per annum will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will be eligible for a benefits package which includes medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, group insurance, pension plan, vision care, academic allowance, and a relocation package.

Interested individuals should submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae with the names and addresses of three references to Dr. Yaron Avitzur, Search Committee Chair, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 1X8, Canada, Telephone : (416) 813-8757 or email yaron.avitzur@sickkids.ca

The University of Toronto and The Hospital for Sick Children are strongly committed to diversity within its community. Both institutions recognize systemic barriers that impact equity seeking groups. As such, we welcome applications from historically marginalized groups including Black, Indigenous, and Racialized people, women, LGBTQIA+, and / or persons with disabilities. The Department 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, or that may have influenced their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. The Department further supports an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.

How to Apply

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