Clinical Academic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon

Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Department of Surgery

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University

London Health Sciences Centre

St. Joseph’s Health Care London

Rank: Assistant or Associate Professor level in a limited-term clinical academic appointment, or at the Associate or Full Professor level in a continuing (clinical academic) appointment.

Posting Date: May 6, 2026

Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin after June 1, 2026.

Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2026 or as negotiated.

Existing Vacancy Disclosure Statement: This position is a vacancy

Position Profile: A Full-time Limited Term Clinical Academic appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, or a Continuing Clinical Academic appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor, depending upon experience and qualifications at the time of appointment. The Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery is affiliated with London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph’s Health Care London and is presently comprised of 11 surgeons with diverse sub-specialty practices. The Division has a strong clinical and basic science research interest and is an accredited Royal College training program.

Academic and Clinical Expectations: The successful candidate must have strong interest and clinical expertise in all types of breast reconstruction and breast surgery including gender affirming care and specifically advanced skills in microsurgical breast reconstruction. Interest in other microsurgical reconstruction cases, including lower extremity and head and neck, would be an asset. Additionally, advanced expertise in cutaneous malignancies and reconstructions. The candidate will be responsible and share equitable coverage for city-wide plastic surgery call. The successful candidate must be interested in pursuing a strong academic career and have a proven track record of productivity consistent with their level of training and years of experience. The candidate will be expected to participate actively in the Division’s academic, research, and education initiatives including teaching and supervision of undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and clinical fellows. Applicants considered at the rank of Associate or Full Professor must have demonstrated the ability to publish in the highest quality academic and subspecialty outlets and be a recognized expert in their field of research.

Qualifications: The successful candidate must have an MD or equivalent; have completed an accredited Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training program; have advanced fellowship training in breast reconstruction and microsurgery or demonstrate clinical experience in breast surgery; have a strong research interest and/or an advanced degree; and be eligible for licensure in the Province of Ontario. The candidate must have demonstrated strong collaborative and communications skills and is expected to function in multi-disciplinary clinics. Demonstration of strong teamwork in the past and adaptability as it relates to scheduling of combined oncologic cases.

Compensation Details: Compensation for this position will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and will be primarily composed of the following sources: Fee for service (OHIP billings), Alternative Funding Plan, academic salary, workers safety insurance board, and on-call reimbursement.

Affirmation Policy Statement: Western, like many postsecondary institutions in Canada, is moving beyond sole reliance upon Indigenous self-identification in its hiring processes. This is to safeguard against the use of incorrect, incomplete, or misleading information in circumstances in which a candidate has made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership. Candidates who are invited for an interview or who are short-listed, and who have made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership for material advantage at Western, including where required or preferred for the position, will be asked to have their declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership affirmed through a relational accountability process, led by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives (OII), that is consistent with Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing. Please contact the OII directly for details on the affirmation processes: https://indigenous.uwo.ca/. The policy can be viewed at: POLICY 1.58 - Affirming Declarations of Indigenous Citizenship or Membership at Western University.

The City: London, Ontario. London is Canada’s 10th largest city with a population of 450,000, a catchment area of 2 million, and is situated in southwestern Ontario midway between Toronto and Detroit. The region has a diverse economy and excellent educational opportunities. It is a safe and diverse city and its numerous parks, trails, recreational, cultural and sporting opportunities make it an attractive place to live.

The University: Western University is a research-intensive university with full-time enrolment of 34,000 students with a full range of academic and professional programs. The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry provides an outstanding educational experience within a research-intensive environment where tomorrow's physicians, dentists and health researchers learn to be socially responsible leaders in the advancement of human health.

Business Addresses:

Western University, 1151 Richmond Street, N., London, Ontario N6A 5B8, www.uwo.ca;

London Health Sciences Centre, 800 Commissioners Road E., London Ontario, N6A 5W9, www.lhsc.on.ca;

St. Joseph’s Health Care London, 268 Grosvenor Street, London Ontario, N6A 4V2, www.sjhc.london.on.ca

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the policies and protocols of the applicable affiliated institutions.

Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communications skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Dr. Tanya DeLyzer at ***@lhsc.on.ca (🔒 Premium).

Posting number: 2026-057-CL