Academic Physician in Pulmonary Hypertension and Interstitial Lung Disease
University of Alberta Hospital
Edmonton, AB
Job Details
Compensation
Remuneration for this position is based on the Academic Medicine & Health Services Program (AMHSP). Salary will commensurate with education and experience and ranges based on a number of different factors and can range between $300,000 to $800,000 per year. Total compensation for AMHSP varies by individual practitioner, and the compensation shown reflects the average amounts for this specialty as reported by Alberta Health.
LocationUniversity of Alberta Hospital, Edmonton, ABOpen
Job Description
The University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary Medicine, in partnership with Alberta Health Services, invites applications for an academic physician in Pulmonary Hypertension and Interstitial Lung Disease to be based at the University of Alberta Hospital.
Located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, the Faculty has been internationally recognized among the world’s top 50 medical schools and as one of Canada’s premier health-education institutions. The University is currently home to more than 38,000 students with more than 15,000 faculty and staff.
The Division of Pulmonary Medicine provides a wide range of quaternary and tertiary clinical services in Pulmonary Medicine and Allergy, and is home to the second largest lung transplant program in Canada averaging 60–80 transplants annually. The Division has a long-standing history of excellence and an international reputation in clinical and research activities across pulmonary medicine. Divisional members are active in the international research community in most fields of Pulmonary Medicine (https://www.ualberta.ca/en/department-of-medicine/divisions/pulmonary-medicine/index.html).
Key Accountabilities:
Key accountabilities of the Pulmonary Hypertension and Interstitial Lung Disease will include, but will not be limited toproviding specialized ambulatory care within the Pulmonary Hypertension and ILD clinics, as well as general pulmonary clinics;participating in inpatient and consult services at the University of Alberta Hospital; contributing to teaching and mentorship of residents, fellows, and junior faculty; developing and leading translational and/or clinical research programs in PH and ILD, leveraging existing divisional research and clinical trial infrastructure.
The successful candidate will be offered a contingent tenured or tenure-track appointment in the Department of Medicine, with the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, in accordance with the University of Alberta Faculty Agreement. The appointment includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will be an MD (or equivalent) with certification in Respiratory Medicine with the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada, be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA), and demonstrate a proven academic track record in Pulmonary Hypertension and/or Interstitial Lung Disease.
Individuals with a strong interest and track record in translational and/or clinical research in PH and ILD are encouraged to apply.
Hiring Process:
Interested candidates are asked to submit online a letter of intent and curriculum vitae outlining their education, qualifications, experience and research interests, along with three letters of reference.
Applications will begin being reviewed on 2 weeks after ad posted; however, the competition will remain open until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Additional Information
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will be an MD (or equivalent) with certification in Respiratory Medicine with the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada, be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA), and demonstrate a proven academic track record in Pulmonary Hypertension and/or Interstitial Lung Disease.
Individuals with a strong interest and track record in translational and/or clinical research in PH and ILD are encouraged to apply.
Hiring Process:
Interested candidates are asked to submit online a letter of intent and curriculum vitae outlining their education, qualifications, experience and research interests, along with three letters of reference.
Applications will begin being reviewed on 2 weeks after ad posted; however, the competition will remain open until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
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