Academic Infectious Diseases Physician – Antimicrobial Stewardship

Academic Infectious Diseases Physician – Antimicrobial Stewardship

The Department of Medicine at Queen’s University is seeking a qualified Academic Infectious Diseases Physician to fulfill a Clinician-Scholar role, with a special interest in Transplant ID. The ideal candidate will possess methodologic and/or content expertise in an area that complements the existing strengths of Queen’s infectious disease and microbiology research community. The Academic Infectious Diseases Physician will act as a consultant for busy inpatient and outpatient services provided by the Kingston Health Sciences Centre. The successful candidate must provide evidence of exemplary clinical service, strong potential for teaching at the
undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the School of Medicine, the ability to work in a collaborative environment, excellent communication skills and an emerging or strong academic portfolio.


The successful candidate must have subspecialty training and Royal College certification in Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed
further training in an area of direct relevance to Transplant ID, such that they have a demonstrated ability to contribute to excellence in this area. Examples of such training would include completion of a relevant graduate (MSc or PhD) degree or comparable postgraduate fellowship training program in Transplant ID. The candidate must hold an MD degree, and be eligible for licensure by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Preference will be given to those who either
hold or are eligible for certification in Infectious Diseases by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Academic rank, salary and contractual arrangements will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. For the successful candidate, compensation will be negotiated and will be competitive with the usual income range for an academic clinician-scholar
in the Province of Ontario. One of Canada’s leading universities, Queen’s has a long reputation for academic excellence, research, and a diverse and vibrant learning environment. With its strong tradition of public service,
the University has helped to shape Canadian values and policies, educating notable political and cultural figures. Queen’s is located in the heart of the community in historic Kingston, midpoint between Montreal, Toronto and Ottawa, the nation’s capital.


Applications are to include a letter summarizing expertise, qualifications and accomplishments relevant to the position together with a curriculum vitae and the names and full contact information of three referees. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is
committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ 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. To comply with federal laws, the University is obliged to gather statistical information as to how many applicants for each job vacancy are Canadian citizens / permanent residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”; OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”. Applications that do
not include this information will be deemed incomplete. Complete applications are to be directed to: Dr. S.L. Archer, Professor and Head, Department of Medicine, c/o Jennifer Andersen, Etherington Hall, 94 Stuart Street, Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6. Email:
[email protected].


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: Mrs. Jennifer Andersen email: [email protected]
Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled.