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This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).
Remuneration for this position will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and based on the income scale of the six-step Academic Medicine and Health Services Program (AMHSP).
The successful candidate will be offered a contingent tenured or tenure-track appointment with the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, which is in accordance with the University of Alberta Faculty Agreement and offers a comprehensive benefits package.
The University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, in partnership with Alberta Health Services (AHS), invites applications for an academic position within the Division of Pediatric Immunology, Hematology/Oncology, Palliative Care and Environmental Health (iHOPE) in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta. This position is a part of the Alberta Academic Medicine and Health Services Program (AMHSP).
This full-time (1.0 FTE), tenure-track (contingent) position comprises approximately 40-50% time for clinical service and 50-60% time for academic pursuits, divided between research, teaching, and administrative duties (negotiable). The successful candidate will contribute to education at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including the Royal College-accredited subspecialty training program in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology.

QUALIFICATIONS

Interested applicants must have:

• MD degree (or equivalent)
• Minimum 1 year of advanced research training. Master’s Degree or PhD completion would be preferred.
• Completed subspecialty training in Pediatrics and subspecialty training in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
• Certified or eligible to become a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (Pediatric Hematology/Oncology).
• Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).

Considered an asset:

• Neuro-Oncology fellowship training or several years of experience in the field

In addition, we are seeking individuals who embody the values and qualities essential to our team culture:

• Emotional Intelligence: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster positive relationships with patients, families, learners, and colleagues.
• Adaptability: A flexible and proactive approach to challenges in clinical, academic, and research environments.
• Leadership and Initiative: The ability to inspire, mentor, and motivate learners and team members, contributing to a culture of excellence and innovation.

Teamwork: A collegial and collaborative spirit that thrives in a multidisciplinary setting.
Interested applicants should apply with their curriculum vitae and a letter of application.

• Clinical Excellence: Provide inpatient and outpatient care to Pediatric Oncology patients with a primary focus on Pediatric Neuro-Oncology, if qualifications support this, as part of a multidisciplinary team at the Stollery Children’s Hospital, Alberta Health Services.
• Participate equitably in after-hours on-call coverage.
• Education and Mentorship: Teach and mentor learners at all levels in clinical and academic settings.
• Research Contribution: Conduct impactful research in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and engage with the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute (WCHRI), which provides a robust infrastructure for research excellence in women’s and children’s health.
• Collaboration and Engagement: Work closely with other programs, interdisciplinary teams, and healthcare professionals to advance Pediatric Hematology/Oncology care and the education of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology trainees.