Academic Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist - Hamilton, Canada - McMaster University

McMaster University

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Hamilton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Department and Program Overview:

We offer a collegial atmosphere, a unique academic environment, research opportunities and the opportunity to work in a growing academic department with enthusiastic colleagues.

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences is a multidisciplinary Department consisting of MD and non-MD faculty working within a unique regional network of psychiatric services.

We have excellent opportunities available for psychiatrists interested in an academic career in the following areas:
consultation-liaison, emergency psychiatry, outpatient psychiatry,and substance abuse.

Hamilton is situated on the western shore of Lake Ontario and offers the perfect combination of city life and nature.

Our vibrant, accessible, family-friendly core is bursting with new restaurants, breweries, and shops in addition to a large public art gallery, several theatres, and a sports and entertainment arena.

Hamilton area offers numerous recreational activities such as boating, golfing, biking, skiing, and hiking along hundreds of kilometres of walking trails weaving along the waterfront, through the greater Hamilton area and along the renowned Bruce Trail.

Hamilton is geographically situated between Toronto and Niagara, less than an hour's drive from each destination. This proximity affords easy access to airports, major league sports, cross-border shopping, and of course, Niagara wine country.

Qualifications:

Particular interest and expertise in consultation-liaison psychiatry and emergency psychiatry is an asset.

Demonstrated capability and interest in clinical research and evidence of a history of research productivity to align with the departmental academic mission and vision is an asset.

The academic child psychiatrist will be expected to fully participate in all of the appropriate departmental and divisional administrative and educational activities.

Applicants must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the Province of Ontario and hold Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons specialty certification in psychiatry or an equivalent designation.

The appointee will hold a full-time academic appointment in Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at an academic rank appropriate to their credentials and experience.

The positions offer excellent benefits and remuneration is commensurate with academic rank and position duties and responsibilities.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this position.

To comply with the Government of Canada's reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants' status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.

Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applicants must include one of the following statements:

Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada or

No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

Applications should be accompanied by:

Cover Letter
Curriculum vitae
Letter of intent which should include a brief statement on education/teaching, and a statement of research interests
Brief statement describing any contributions made or planned in relation to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion or inclusive excellence in teaching, research or service within higher education, community-based or other professional settings (2-page maximum)

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the "Dish With One Spoon" wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence.

In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:
Human Resources Service Centre at ext. 222-HR , or
Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Vaccination Mandate - FHS

This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place.

Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.