ACADEMIC POSITION – Clinician Researcher Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University

Appointment Type and Rank:

The successful candidate will hold a limited term academic appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, or a continuing academic appointment at the rank of Associate Professor depending on qualifications and experience.

 Number of Positions: 1

 Posting Date: February 13, 2026

 Closing Date to Apply: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin after March 15, 2026. 

 Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2026

Position Profile: The Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, at Western University and London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph’s Health Care Centre are seeking a physician for full-time clinical academic appointment to Western University. Applicants should be certified, or eligible for certification, in Gastroenterology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent. Candidates must have an MD, or equivalent, and must be eligible for licensure by the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) in the province of Ontario

Academic and Clinical Expectations:  The Division of Gastroenterology is seeking an academic Gastroenterologist whose clinical focus is Inflammatory Bowel Disease. The successful candidate must have completed fellowship training in Inflammatory Bowel Disease and be proficient in Intestinal Ultrasound. They must have a strong interest in fostering a more collaborative and programmatic approach to the care of patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease and working harmoniously with other division members, colleagues and allied health professionals.

Applicants for this Clinician Researcher academic position must have a very strong committed clinical research focus. They must have experience and a track record of leading and conducting clinical research and innovation. The applicant must have demonstrated research productivity with the following (1) formal training in research methodology; (2) a strong record of peer-reviewed publications in high quality publications, with a number of publications as the first or senior author; (3) demonstrated ability to collaborate with peers (as attested by references). 

The successful candidate will provide care in specialized IBD clinics and general Gastroenterology clinics. They will provide inpatient care attending on our GI-CTU and inpatient consult services. They will also join our citywide GI on call schedule. They will be expected to teach in both the clinical and non-clinical settings to medical students, residents and clinical fellows.

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 and academic salary. 

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 (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) 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.  

Other supports:

The Department of Medicine is proud of our extremely dedicated, caring and diverse group of members who provide outstanding care and support for their patients, families, and each other. We believe in supporting individuals throughout their time here, starting with mentorship and ambassadorship supports, a research supports (Program for Experimental Medicine, Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences hub, Centre for Quality Innovation and Safety, Centre for Educational Research and Innovation), a promotion coaching program,  Peer-for-Peer support program, a Women in Medicine and Science group, as well as opportunities for professional, research, leadership, and educational development. All full-time active Department of Medicine members participate in the Departmental Practice Plan outlining compensations, secretarial support, and leaves.

Department: The Department of Medicine is the largest department within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Western Ontario. The Department has 270 full-time members representing fifteen academic Divisions and is responsible for more than 30 million dollars in annual research expenditures. The Department engages in undergraduate and postgraduate medical training of approximately 200 trainees in London, Windsor and throughout Southwestern Ontario. Department researchers are active in both clinical and basic research at the hospitals and their affiliated research institutes, including the Lawson Health Research Institute and Robarts Research Institute. The Department has strategically focused on academic excellence in research through the creation of programs such as the Program of Experimental Medicine (POEM), centres of excellence in translational and patient-oriented research, as well in medical education and innovation. Many investigators are world leaders in their respective fields of research. 

The Division: The Division of Gastroenterology at Western currently has 21 members and is well-recognized and respected both nationally and internationally. The Division provides tertiary, and quaternary gastroenterology services at both London Health Sciences Centre and St Joseph’s Health Care London for the City of London, Southwestern Ontario and beyond. The Division has a thriving Royal College Subspecialty Training Program in the Department of Medicine and many Fellowship programs. Research expertise within the Division is extensive. Division is committed to research, education, and clinical innovation aligned with the strategic goals of the Department of Medicine and Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.

The Faculty: The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and Western University recognize that our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is central to the University’s mandate as a research-intensive institution of higher learning and a community leader.  

The City: London, Ontario. London is Canada’s 10th largest city with a growing population of approx. 450,000, a catchment area of 2 million, and is situated in southwestern Ontario between Toronto and Detroit. The region has a diverse economy and excellent educational opportunities. It is a safe and diverse city with a reasonable cost of living; 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 about 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. Details about Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry may be found at www.schulich.uwo.ca; Western University at www.uwo.ca; London Health Sciences Centre at www.lhsc.on.ca; and St. Joseph’s Health Care at www.sjhc.london.on.ca.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance in teaching, research, health care leadership, qualifications (including subspecialty and enhanced training), experience and interpersonal skills. 

If interested, please submit:

·        a letter of interest

·        statement of Academic Qualifications

·        Curriculum Vitae

·        the names and contact information for three (3) references who you have worked with over the last two (2) years and at least one (1) referee must hold a leadership appointment

·        a complete application form, located at:

https://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/careers/pdf/application-full-time-clinical.pdf%20

Please submit all documentation electronically to the:

Department of Medicine Chair’s Office

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University

LHSC – Victoria Hospital; 800 Commissioners Road East

London, ON N6A 5W9

Email: ***@lhsc.on.ca (🔒 Premium)

This position is a new position

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 communication 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, please contact ***@lhsc.on.ca (🔒 Premium)

Posting number: 2026-040-CL