Job Title:

Division Head Pathology

Company:	The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
Location:	Toronto , ON
Job Reference:	21669

Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine

Job Opportunity

Head, Division of Pathology - Permanent Full-Time Position

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), a world-renowned paediatric academic health science centre, invites applications for the position of Head, Division of Pathology within the Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine (DPLM). This leadership opportunity involves overseeing a comprehensive range of paediatric pathology services, teaching, and research within the Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine at the University of Toronto.

As the Head, Division of Pathology, you will be a key figure in fostering excellence in paediatric pathology. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership, ensuring the delivery of high-quality pathology services, contributing to teaching programs, and advancing research initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Lead the Division of Pathology, overseeing ten pathologists, and actively participating in surgical & subspecialty pathology and autopsy services
Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and well-being in paediatric pathology practice, teaching, and research
Develop and maintain an independent and/or collaborative research program. A successful record of grant-driven research is preferred
Demonstrate commitment to teaching by actively participating in the education of residents, fellows, and medical students
Collaborate with other divisions within DPLM, clinical programs, and services to advance SickKids's mission of healthcare, teaching, and research
Participates in and advocates for the Division of Pathology during major planning processes for the hospital
Participates in the design, implementation, maintenance and improvement of quality management systems within the Division of Pathology

Qualifications

Medical degree with relevant Fellowship from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent
Eligible for medical licensure in the Province of Ontario.
Experience in paediatric pathology practice with a track record of excellence
Eligible for an academic appointment in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology at the University of Toronto. Rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Minimum salary and benefits are in accordance with the uniform minimal level of compensation (currently $383,911) for laboratory physicians in the Province of Ontario.

The successful candidate will enjoy a stimulating academic and clinical environment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of paediatric pathology services at SickKids.

TO APPLY:

Interested individuals should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three referees to the Chair of the Search Committee:

Gino R. Somers, MBBS, BMedSci, PhD, FRCPA
Chief, Department of Pediatric Laboratory Medicine
The Hospital for Sick Children
555 University Avenue
Toronto, ON, M5G 1X8

gino.somers@sickkids.ca

The Search Committee will consider applications until the position is filled, and the position will remain open until filled. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Quote Job Reference: 21669

Posted 2024-11-18