Academic Geriatric Psychiatrist

Department of Psychiatry, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada 

The Department of Psychiatry at Queen’s University is seeking an Academic Geriatric Psychiatrist to join its Division of Geriatric Psychiatry to help enhance its mission (education, research and clinical) in the treatment of older individuals with mental illness. Clinical work will be provided through the Seniors Mental Health Program at Providence Care, a program that offers inpatient, outpatient, and community outreach services for older adults in Southeastern Ontario. Providence Care has a new, state-of-the art hospital that supports Geriatric Psychiatry and other mental health and geriatric-related programs. The Division of Geriatric Psychiatry at Queen’s University has a Royal College accredited Geriatric Psychiatry Residency Training program, and provides clinical supervision to medical students, general psychiatry residents, geriatric psychiatry residents and international fellows. The Division is uniquely positioned to expand and excel in its academic and research activities, working collaboratively with its partners/clinical departments at Providence Care, Department of Psychiatry at Queen’s and at Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC), as well as the Centre for Neuroscience Studies (CNS), just to name a few. 

Applicants should have a experience in geriatric psychiatry as well as a proven interest and track record in research and/or education in this field. Applicants must demonstrate experience/skills, as well as proven commitment to clinical service within an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment. Qualified applicants will hold an MD degree (or equivalent). Successful candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and preference will be given to applicants who have specialty certification from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) or the American Board of Specialties. Preference will also be given to individuals with current certification or eligibility for RCPCS subspecialty certification in Geriatric Psychiatry. 

Members of the Department of Psychiatry enjoy a competitive compensation package, including a generous benefits plan. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience. 

Faculty and their dependents are eligible for an extensive benefits package including prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental care, long term disability insurance, life insurance and access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program. Employees also participate in a pension plan. Tuition assistance is available for qualifying employees, their spouses and dependent children. Queen’s values families and is pleased to provide a ‘top up’ to government parental leave benefits for eligible employees on maternity/parental leave. In addition, Queen’s provides partial reimbursement for eligible daycare expenses for employees with dependent children in daycare. For more information on employee benefits, see Queen’s Human Resources. 

Kingston is one of Canada’s most vibrant, beautiful, and historic cities, and was recently chosen as one of the top 3 small cities in the country. Housing prices compare favorably with the rest of Canada. Kingston is located only two and a half hours from the major Canadian cities of Toronto and Montreal, less than two hours from Ottawa (Canada’s capital) and a short ride from the American border.  

Queen’s University is recognized nationally for the quality of its undergraduate and graduate programs, which attract outstanding students. Queen’s University is an integral part of the vibrant Kingston community in the heart of the Thousand Islands region of southeastern Ontario. It has a community spirit and amenities unmatched by any other Canadian university. The University and the region offer an outstanding academic and community environment (www.queensu.ca).

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to declare their COVID-19 vaccination status and provide proof that they were fully vaccinated or had an approved accommodation to engage in in-person University activities. These requirements were suspended May 1, 2022. However, they remain in effect for students, staff, and faculty in workplaces, including hospitals, where patient care is provided and/or where the work duties or educational requirements of the position involve or support patient care.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen's is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and welcomes applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous/Aboriginal people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQA+ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority, including any qualified individuals who have a legal work status in Canada. Please indicate in your application if you have a valid legal work status in Canada. Applications from all qualified candidates will be considered in the applicant pool.

Those interested in this position should submit a complete application package, including the following documents: 

•        a letter of intent summarizing expertise, qualifications, and acomplishments relevant to the position. The cover letter should also indicate whether or not you will require a work permit and/or require support with an extension of your work permit in the future.
•        full curriculum vitae; and,
•        the names and full contact information of three references.

Complete applications are to be directed to Dr. Zena Samaan, Professor and Head, Department of Psychiatry, Providence Care Hospital, 752 King Street West, Kingston ON, Canada K7L 4X3. Phone: (***-***-**** (🔒 Premium) ext. 53335; Fax: (***-***-**** (🔒 Premium); Email: ***@queensu.ca (🔒 Premium). For further inquiries and detailed information regarding remuneration, please contact Dr. Samaan.

Review of applications is ongoing and will continue until the position is filled. 

The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation to attend applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact: Krista Robertson, Administrative Assistant, Department of Psychiatry, Queen’s University. ***-***-**** (🔒 Premium) ext. 53335.