A new faculty position is available in the Division of Developmental Paediatrics, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, which is an academic health science centre dedicated to the care of children and youth with disabilities, affiliated with the University of Toronto. The Clinician Investigator in Pediatric Acquired Brain Injury will demonstrate leadership in the area of acquired brain injury including the establishment of scholarly projects in this area. This role will be an academic faculty role within the Division of Developmental Paediatrics. As an integral member of our team, responsibilities will include the provision of clinical care, teaching, leadership activities and a focus on clinical research and educational scholarship.

The successful applicant must be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Paediatrics (or equivalent). Completion of subspecialty training in Developmental Paediatrics, Child Neurology, Paediatric Physiatrist, or equivalent academic experience is mandatory. The successful applicant will have both a clinical research career and clinical experience focused on children and youth with paediatric acquired brain injuries/concussions.The successful candidate should be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital (Holland Bloorview) is Canada’s largest children’s rehabilitation hospital and is home to the Bloorview Research Institute. We are a provincial facility that sees more than 9,500 unique clients each year in our inpatient and outpatient programs and services. We serve young people from birth to 19 years old with disabilities, rehabilitation needs and complex health and developmental needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Role accountabilities will be divided 50% clinical time and 50% academic time
• Clinical duties will include consultation in the area of paediatric acquired brain injury
• Lead peer-reviewed publications
• Involved in the training of students
• On-call responsibilities including providing inpatient coverage

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

License/Membership

• Certificate or fellowship in Developmental Paediatrics/Child Neurology, Paediatric Physiatrist or equivalent from the Royal College of Physicians
• Eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto
• International applicants are welcome to apply

Experience

• Fellowship completion in Developmental Paediatrics/Child Neurology, Paediatric Physiatrist or equivalent academic experience is mandatory

Communication

• Effective conflict resolution, networking and negotiation skills

Knowledge/Skills

• Demonstrated commitment and understanding of the Centre’s Vision, Values and Mandate
• Family/client centred approach

Visit the following websites for additional information:

Holland Bloorview: https://hollandbloorview.ca/

University of Toronto, Department of Paediatrics: https://www.sickkids.ca/en/care-services/clinical-departments/paediatrics/