Planetary Health Strategy Lead - Greater Sudbury, Canada - Northern Ontario School of Medicine

Northern Ontario School of Medicine

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Greater Sudbury, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Planetary Health Strategy Lead will engage with all relevant stakeholders at NOSM University (NOSM U) and beyond to educate, and promote thinking, decision making, and action that's in keeping with Planetary Health precepts and principles.

The main focus will be to develop a Planetary Health Strategy that includes the integration of Planetary Health into the curriculum, research initiatives and ambitious action to reduce NOSM U's carbon footprint and other impacts on the planetary environment.

Reporting:

The Planetary Health Strategy Lead reports to the President, Vice-Chancellor, Dean and CEO of NOSM U.

Responsibilities:

Work with stakeholders to develop the NOSM U Planetary Health Strategy and appropriate key results to measure progress of Planetary Health Strategy
Serve as Chair of the NOSM U Action Committee on Climate Change (ACCC)
Serve as an advisor for Planetary Health curriculum development
Promote planetary health initiatives and best practices
Help develop Planetary Health knowledge and environmental advocacy at all levels, including NOSM University clinical sites, cultural relations, staff, faculty, preceptors and students.
Assist with planning and coordination of activities that support the Planetary Health framework including annual events (e.g., Earth Day) and studentled initiatives.
Promote Planetary Health research initiatives
Align with regional, national and international planetary health promoting educational institutions and organizations and represent NOSM U at key meetings as required.
Help position NOSM U as a regional and international leader in Planetary Health
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education:

M.D. with RCPSC or CCFP Certification and in good standing with CPSO or a Ph.

D. from a recognized university with Canadian accreditation

Must have or be eligible for a Faculty Appointment in an appropriate Division at NOSM U

Certifications/Designations:

Additional training or degrees in planetary health domains would be an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The successful applicant should have:
- comprehensive knowledge of the direct and indirect health impacts and opportunities presented by climate change and other global environmental issues
- the knowledge, skill, and determination to inspire and assist with sustainability initiatives at NOSM University
- experience teaching Planetary Health in higher education
- experience implementing Planetary Health principles
- an interest in promoting Planetary Health research

Language:

Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbally, written and comprehension)
French/Indigenous language skills would be considered asset

Working Conditions:

Extended periods of sitting
Interaction with employees, management, and the public at large
Working in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions
Occasional overtime and travel
Working collaboratively overall and independently on the daytoday

Remuneration:

As per the stipendiary faculty remuneration process

Time Commitment:

Two (2.0) days per month

NOSM University

Attention:
Human Resources

935 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury, Ontario P3E 2C6

Fax:
- "Yes, I am a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada."_
- "Yes, I am not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada, but I am legally eligible to work in Canada."_
- "No, I am not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada."_

While all responses are appreciated and will be handled with the strictest confidence, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged._