The Department of Psychiatry at Queen’s University is seeking an academic psychiatrist in the Division of Developmental Disabilities. This is an academic-service program, to assess and manage in the treatment of individuals with an intellectual/developmental disability with a mental illness or behavioural disorder (dual diagnosis) in Southeastern Ontario.

Applicants should have a senior academic track record and experience in clinical psychiatry as well as a proven record of research focus. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding teaching contributions, as well as proven commitment to providing exemplary clinical service within an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment. Applicants with expertise in psychiatric assessment and clinical management of psychiatric disorders in patients with Intellectual Disability (Dual Diagnosis) will be prioritized for consideration. Ability to work effectively within a collaborative model of care while using a patient centered approach to actively engage caregivers, families and community support agencies will be considered an asset.

Qualified applicants will hold an MD degree (or equivalent). Successful candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and preference will be given to applicants who have specialty certification from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada or the American Board of Specialties.

Members of the Department of Psychiatry enjoy a competitive compensation package, including a generous benefits plan. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience.

Faculty and their dependents are eligible for an extensive benefits package including prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental care, long-term disability insurance, life insurance and access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program. Employees also participate in a pension plan. Tuition assistance is available for qualifying employees, their spouses and dependent children. Queen’s values families and is pleased to provide a ‘top up’ to government parental leave benefits for eligible employees on maternity/parental leave. In addition, Queen’s provides partial reimbursement for eligible daycare expenses for employees with dependent children in daycare. For more information on employee benefits, see Queen’s Human Resources.

Queen’s University is recognized nationally for the quality of its undergraduate and graduate programs, which attract outstanding students. Queen’s University is an integral part of the vibrant Kingston community in the heart of the Thousand Islands region of southeastern Ontario. It has a community spirit and amenities unmatched by any other Canadian university. The University and the region offer an outstanding academic and community environment (www.queensu.ca).

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to declare their COVID-19 vaccination status and provide proof that they were fully vaccinated or had an approved accommodation to engage in in-person University activities. These requirements were suspended May 1, 2022. However, they remain in effect for students, staff, and faculty in workplaces, including hospitals, where patient care is provided and/or where the work duties or educational requirements of the position involve or support patient care.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen's is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQA+ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority, including any qualified individuals who have a legal work status in Canada. Please indicate in your application if you have a valid legal work status in Canada. Applications from all qualified candidates will be considered in the applicant pool.

Those interested in this position should submit a complete application package, including the following documents:
• a cover letter, summarizing expertise, qualifications, and accomplishments relevant to the position. The cover letter should also indicate whether or not you will require a work permit and/or require support with an extension of your work permit in the future.
• Curriculum Vitae; and,
• the names and full contact information of three referees.

Complete applications are to be directed to:
Dr. Zena Samaan, Professor and Head, Department of Psychiatry, Providence Care Hospital, 752 King Street West, Kingston ON, Canada K7L 4X3. Phone: (613) 544-4900 ext. 53335; Fax: (613) 548-5580; Email: [email protected]. For further inquiries and detailed information regarding remuneration, please contact Dr. Samaan.

The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact: Krista Robertson, Administrative Manager, Department of Psychiatry, Queen’s University. 613-544-4900 ext.53335.

Review of applications is ongoing and will continue until the positions are filled.