Paediatric Clinical Pharmacologist

Paediatric Clinical Pharmacologist

Division of Paediatric Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Paediatrics

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University

The Division of Paediatric Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Paediatrics, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, is seeking a Paediatric Clinical Pharmacology faculty with a focused interest in adverse drug reactions and suspected serious cutaneous adverse drug reactions. 

As part of the Division of Paediatric Clinical Pharmacology, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with other members of the Division, Department and beyond, to study, teach and conduct safe and effective drug therapy for children.  Applicants will actively contribute to the undergraduate and postgraduate education, and research programs of the Division and Department. The successful applicant will also serve as a role model for our undergraduate medical students, paediatric residents and Clinical Pharmacology Subspecialty Fellow/Residents. 

Western University delivers an exceptional academic experience.  Western challenges the best and brightest faculty, staff and students to commit to the highest global standards.  Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world applications.  Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community.  Since 1878, the Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities.

The Divisional members work closely in clinical, teaching and research with members of the Departments of Paediatrics (http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/paediatrics/) and Medicine (http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/medicine/). Collaborative research is also done with scientists at the Children’s Health Research Institute (CHRI) (www.chri.org) and with scientists from the Robarts Research Institute and the Lawson Health Research Institute.

Candidates for this position must have an MD or equivalent degree and must be eligible for licensing in the Province of Ontario.  Candidates must also have training in Paediatrics and Clinical Pharmacology.  Additional training in dermatology or dermato-pharmacology would be an asset.  The successful candidate will hold a Limited Term clinical academic appointment within Schulich at the rank of Assistant Professor as a Clinician Teacher. 

Compensation for this position will be primarily composed of an alternative funding plan and academic salary.  The anticipated start date for this position is February 1, 2021, although an alternate start date may be negotiated. 

Please submit your application, including curriculum vitae, Letter of Interest/Statement of Academic Qualifications, and names and contact information of three references to:

Craig Campbell, MD, MSc, FRCPC

Professor and Co-Interim Chair/Chief

Department of Paediatrics

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry

Western University

Email: [email protected]  

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.  Review of applications will begin on January 4, 2021.  Please ensure that the form https://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/careers/pdf/application-full-time-clinical.pdf is included in your application.

Business Addresses:

Western University, 1151 Richmond Street N., London, Ontario N6A 5B8, www.uwo.ca

London Health Sciences Centre, 800 Commissioners Road East, 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

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/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, 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 for interviews or other meetings, please contact Jill O’Dowda at [email protected] or 519-685-8129.