Medical Geneticist 24-STO-PED-MEDGEN-24
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- Medical Genetics
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- MED0004BV Requisition #
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- 3 days ago Post Date
Description:
The Department of Medical Genetics in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta is seeking a tenure-track Medical Geneticist at the Assistant Professor rank or higher. The University of Alberta is one of Canada's Top 5 Universities and ranked in the top 100 worldwide. The Department collaborates with Alberta Health Services to provide up-to-date clinical and metabolic services to the Province of Alberta and the Northwest Territories. The Department has a team of 10 Clinical and Metabolic Physicians supported by genetic counsellors and genetic counselling assistants. The Department participates in a fully accredited Canadian College of Medical Geneticists training program.
The successful candidate will provide specialist consultative services for both inpatients and outpatients and will participate in developing and guiding strategies for improving the health and health care of Albertans. The Medical Geneticist will also participate fully in the University of Alberta academic teaching and training activities. The ideal candidate would also have a concrete interest in research and be willing to develop an independent research program.
Qualifications:
To ensure the highest level of quality for our patients and students, we are seeking applications from individuals with;
-M.D. or equivalent degree and must hold or be eligible for permanent licensing in the province of Alberta,
-specialist certification in medical genetics with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or from the Canadian College of Medical Geneticist, or equivalent certification is considered
-be eligible for an appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor or above at the University of Alberta;
-PhD in an appropriate discipline, or a proven track record of successful independent research (e.g., lead authorship on peer-reviewed publications, documented grant funding as a principal investigator, or significant contributions to research protocols meeting ethical and methodological standards);
-Candidates will also be considered if they possess comparable training and certification from other countries.
The University recognizes that career paths can be varied and may include career interruptions. We encourage, but do not require, candidates to provide any relevant information to facilitate a fair assessment of academic record and productivity.
Interested applicants should apply with:
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae (CV), including a list of publications with links (as applicable)
3. Teaching dossier that includes a brief teaching philosophy (maximum 750 words) and evidence of teaching effectiveness (submit as an attachment under "Interests")
4. Research statement that outlines main areas of research and future plans (maximum 750 words; submit under “Research Plan”)
5. References, the names, and contact information for three (3) referees
The position will remain open until filled but review of the applications will begin on October 1, 2025.