Radiologist-In-Chief

RADIOLOGIST-IN-CHIEF

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children is a world-renowned state-of-the-art paediatric health care facility affiliated with the University of Toronto. Affectionately known as SickKids, the hospital is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment.

SickKids and the University of Toronto is inviting applications for Radiologist-in-Chief. The successful candidate will be an internationally recognized leader, scholar and respected clinician. This candidate must have the leadership qualities and business skills necessary to direct a large department, while fostering an environment of academic and clinical excellence. The candidate will be the chair holder of the Ontasian Chair in Paediatric Diagnostic Imaging at SickKids.

The Department of Diagnostic Imaging is dedicated to improving and enhancing patient care and the health of children. Our department is subdivided into specialties:  CT, GI/GU, Image-Guided Therapy, MEG, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound and X-Ray.  Our mission is to be a benchmark paediatric radiology site by embracing new technologies and utilizing state-of-the-art equipment efficiently and effectively.  We provide an environment that supports and promotes clinical, academic and research excellence, and builds departmental clinical research expertise focused on the strengths of the adjacent clinical and research community.  The Department is a full partner in the University of Toronto’s Residency Training Program and supports a fully-accredited Fellowship Training Program in Paediatric Radiology with fellowship opportunities available in all domains of paediatric Diagnostic Imaging. There is an active research program, and strong collaborations with the Research Institute.

Applicants must possess a Medical Degree or equivalent and have paediatric specialty or subspecialty training in diagnostic imaging. Applicants must be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or an equivalent of the Canadian Royal College Fellowship in Diagnostic Imaging and be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Candidates should also be eligible for an academic appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor in the Department of Medical Imaging at the University of Toronto. All candidates must be proficient in English. Estimated remuneration will be in a range of $450,000 to $500,000 per annum and commensurate with academic rank, qualifications and experience with opportunity to earn more based on additional fee for service earnings. The successful candidate will be eligible for a benefits package which includes medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, pension plan and which may include a relocation package.  This is a full-time permanent role. Citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

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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 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.

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 The Hospital for Sick Children 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.

Application Process

Interested applicants should email their CV and Letter of Interest (which will include the names and contact information for 3 Referees), preferably in PDF format, to:
Dr. Lennox Huang – Chief Medical Officer, Vice President Medical & Academic Affairs:  [email protected]

For more information about the Faculty of Medicine/Department of Medical Imaging, please visit us at https://medical-imaging.utoronto.ca/. For more information on the Research Institute please visit us at http://www.sickkids.ca/Research/index.html

The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8

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.