The Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, within the Department of Surgery, at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and the University of Toronto are inviting applications for a permanent full-time faculty position, for a pediatric general and thoracic surgeon. The effective date of the appointment is flexible, tentatively aiming for Fall of 2025.

Additional Description

The successful candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills. Evidence of excellence in teaching and research is required. The candidate must be eligible for appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor at the University of Toronto. Interest in fetal and/or aerodigestive disorders is desired but not requisite. The candidate will participate in the full breadth of pediatric general/thoracic surgery which entails both inpatient and outpatient care. The candidate will take an equal share of call and participate in their share of service coverage including clinic and OR allocations at SickKids, 555 University Avenue, Toronto (main site) and at Humber River Hospital, 1235 Wilson Avenue, Toronto, with all the other staff surgeons. The candidate will participate in the education and training of clinical fellows, residents and students. Required qualifications include a residency training in pediatric or general surgery. The candidate must qualify for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or hold equivalent international certification, and for licensure by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

The Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, within the Department of Surgery, at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), is internationally recognized for its contributions to advancing clinical care in academic medicine. This is an exciting time for the Division and the Hospital under Division Head, Dr. Kasper Wang, who arrived in December 2022. The successful candidate can anticipate protected time to pursue their academic goals. Applicants must have excellent clinical and surgical care skills for the vast and complex pediatric surgical disorders that present to SickKids. Applicants must also be committed to being fully participating members of highly functioning interdisciplinary teams.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to leverage multidisciplinary, clinical, and basic science facilities that are available on the Hospital campus, including the 21-story Research Institute, and the University of Toronto’s Department of Surgery.

Candidates must be able to function proficiently in English and hold an M.D. or equivalent degree. Demonstrated academic excellence in basic or clinical research is required. Depending on qualifications, candidates will be eligible for appointment as a Surgeon-Scientist, or Surgeon-Investigator.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, annual compensation starts in the range of $400,000 to $500,000 CAD base remuneration and includes on call responsibilities. Support for relocation expenses will be offered.

Our Commitment to Diversity   

The children and families we care for are diverse, and so are our employees. All are welcome to join our unique organizational culture and be part of our inclusive team.

The University of Toronto and SickKids are strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized person, persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disability, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. 

SickKids, located at 555 University Avenue in downtown Toronto, is among the largest children’s hospitals in North America and has a long history of excellence in clinical care, research, and education. SickKids is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is located adjacent to the University campus and to numerous specialty hospitals and biomedical research institutes. It is an exciting time at SickKids as we execute our campus redevelopment project, including a new state-of-the-art acute care hospital tower.

Toronto is a vibrant and multicultural city, having been named the 2nd most diverse city in the world by the UN, with over 51% of its residents born outside of Canada and home to over 230 ethnic groups, which is reflected in the city’s neighbourhood food scene along with its fifteen Michelin-starred restaurants and talents in key sectors like life science, finance, information, and communications technology. It is currently the fourth largest city in North America and boasts a safe, livable, downtown area with excellent housing, schools, and university access. It is consistently ranked as a top travel spot and internationally ranked as one of the world’s most livable cities. World famous lake and wilderness country and year-round outdoor recreation are easily accessible, as are two hub airports for regional or international travel.   

Application Process

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Should you be interested in this opportunity, please forward a one-page statement of interest (which includes the names and contact information for 3 referees) and curriculum vitae, in PDF format, via email to:

Dr. Kasper Wang

Chair of the Search Committee

555 University Avenue

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

M5G 1X8

Email: ***@sickkids.ca (🔒 Premium)

For more information about the Temerty Faculty of Medicine/Department of Surgery and the Sprott Department of Surgery, University Health Network, please visit http://surgery.utoronto.ca and https://www.uhn.ca/Sprott-Surgery

The division recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have influenced their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. The department further supports an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, Anne Apong, Supervisor, Admin Services, ***@sickkids.ca (🔒 Premium)%22%20\t%20%22_blank" target="_blank">***@sickkids.ca (🔒 Premium).

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Only those applicants selected for the interview will be contacted.