Senior Scientist I (Peter Gilgan Chair in Neuroregeneration Research)
Senior Scientist I (Peter Gilgan Chair in Neuroregeneration Research)
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Job Description
Union: NonUnion
Site: Krembil Research Institute
Department: Research
Reports to: Research Institute Director
Work Model: OnSite
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Day
Status: Permanent FullTime
Closing Date: July 31 2025
The Krembil Brain Institute at University Health Network (UHN) a University of Toronto (U of T) teaching hospital is seeking applicants for the inaugural Peter Gilgan Chair in Neuroregeneration Research. The successful candidate must already hold or be eligible for a fulltime clinical or statusonly academic appointment within the Temerty Faculty of Medicine U of T at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. The term of the Chair position is 5 years with the opportunity for one 5year renewal following a successful review. The position will begin at a mutually agreeable time.
The Peter Gilgan Chair in Neuroregeneration Research will develop and lead research that supports multidisciplinary strategies to promote neuroregeneration in preclinical models with a goal of translating bench research to bedside impact. The role will involve active leadership nationally and internationally to advance research strategies for neuroregeneration. The Chairholder will integrate build and strengthen the Institutes efforts and champion collaborative and integrative research to build bridges between the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN U of T and other TAHSN hospitals. The Chairholder will also collaborate with and leverage the expertise of clinicians and researchers at the Krembil Brain Institute.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A competitive benefits package is being offered along with support for relocation expenses.
Duties
- The successful applicant has established and will continue to maintain an original competitive and independently funded research program of international caliber
- Expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- The successful applicant will be appointed as a Senior Scientist at the Krembil Research Institute at UHN and is expected to qualify for an academic crossappointment as an Associate Professor (status only) at the University of Toronto
Qualifications :
- Candidates must have a Ph.D. or M.D. in a relevant scientific discipline as well as significant postdoctoral research experience and an established record of research excellence
- Candidates are expected to demonstrate evidence of 1) outstanding peerreviewed publications in leading journals; 2) successful research funding (peerreviewed grants fellowships etc.); 3) presentations at significant conferences; and 4) significant leadership experience in directing a research team
- A complete package MUST include (please combine these into a SINGLE file to attach to the application):
- A cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- A research program proposal (up to 2 pages excluding references)
- Teaching and mentorship statement (1/2 page)
- Equity diversity and inclusivity statement (1/2 page)
Additional Information :
Why join UHN
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts onsite gyms etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
