Assistant Professor - Pediatric Cardiologist

University of Alberta

  • Alberta
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
DescriptionThis 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 tenure-track appointment with the rank of Assistant Professor, which is in accordance with the and offers a comprehensiveThe 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 Cardiology in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta, with a focus on Pediatric Heart Function and Transplant. This position is a part of the Alberta Academic Medicine and Health Services Program (AMHSP).This position is a 1.0 full-time equivalent and includes negotiated and committed protected time for research and other academic pursuits. The successful candidate will contribute to education at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including the Royal College-accredited subspecialty training program in Pediatric Cardiology.QualificationsInterested applicants must have:
  • MD degree (or equivalent)
  • Completed specialty training in Pediatrics with subspecialty training in Pediatric Cardiology
  • A minimum of 1 year of dedicated training in pediatric heart function/cardiac transplantation
  • A minimum of 1 year of advanced research training
  • Advanced training or experience in clinical or translational research, QI or education
  • Must be certified or eligible to become a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
  • Must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).
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.
About the ProgramThe University of Alberta Medical School is a Top 4 Canadian university, serving 40,000 students with more than 14,000 faculty and staff. The University of Alberta and the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry have world class research programs with integration and collaboration opportunities in all types of research including basic sciences and clinical trials. For more information on the Department of Pediatrics visit .The Stollery Children's Hospital Cardiac Program is the 9th largest in North America in surgical volumes. It is one of the two largest centers in Canada, providing care for much of Western Canada. The chosen candidate would join 18 clinical and 3 associated research scientists providing a full spectrum of clinical pediatric cardiology services and research, with expertise in multi-modal diagnostic imaging, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, fetal cardiology, heart failure, cardiac transplantation, and preventive cardiology. In addition to clinical care, the Division of Pediatric Cardiology is active in teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels (undergraduate and postgraduate students, residents and clinical/research fellows). The Division has a fully accredited Pediatric Cardiology subspecialty-training program through the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada with numerous core cardiology trainees and 7-10 subspecialty fellows matriculating within the Division each academic year. The Division has a thriving research program encompassing initiatives within areas of clinical diagnostics and innovation, basic/translational, health services and population science.The Pediatric Heart Transplant Program has been providing care for children from Western Canada since 1986 and has progressively evolved into one of two leading programs in Canada performing 10-15 heart transplants per year on children of all ages and complexity. Pioneering research and clinical work have positioned it as a world leader for ABO incompatible and highly sensitized transplantation with ongoing preclinical and translational research in this area. Since the early 2000s a trailblazing ventricular assist device program supported management of infants and children in advanced heart failure. Since 2014 a dedicated Pediatric Heart Function and Cardiomyopathy Program has evolved which has substantially expanded in both inpatient and outpatient services. The services are responsible for a spectrum of patients from clinical screening to those in advanced heart failure. The program offers many services including a home milrinone program, genetic counseling and ventricular assist device planning and management. We are part of the ACTION Network, Pedimacs and the Canadian Heart Failure Alliance. The chosen candidate will join a team of 4 other cardiologists, 2 nurse practitioners and 3 (1.5 FTE) transplant coordinators.About WCHRIThe Women and Children's Health Research Institute (WCHRI) supports researchers within the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry and Alberta Health Services. With a focus on advancing women's, children's, and perinatal health, WCHRI provides extensive resources for faculty conducting research in these areas.As a member of WCHRI, the successful candidate will have access to funding opportunities, biostatistical expertise, qualitative design support, knowledge translation resources, and clinical trials services. WCHRI also invests in research development by supporting trainees through scholarships, fellowships, and travel grants for presenting research outcomes.Interested applicants should apply below with their curriculum vitae and a letter of application.At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms-physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.L'Université de l'Alberta s'engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight September 9, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

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