Description:

The University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Department of Medicine, Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in partnership with Alberta Health Services and Covenant Health, invites applications for an Academic Physiatrist to be based at the University of Alberta/Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital.  Located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, the Faculty has been internationally recognized as among the world’s top 50 medical schools and as one of Canada’s premier health-education institutions.  The University is currently home to more than 38,000 students with more than 15,000 faculty and staff. 

Individuals interested in the education of trainees and a strong interest in research are encouraged to apply.

Key accountabilities of the Academic Physiatrist will include but will not be limited to clinical coverage for the stroke rehabilitation and amputation rehabilitation programs (inpatient consults, outpatient clinics), research in a field relevant to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and involvement in medical education of undergraduate and graduate learners.

The successful candidate will be offered a contingent tenured or tenure-track appointment in the Department of Medicine, with the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, which is in accordance with the University of Alberta Faculty Agreement and offers a comprehensive benefits package.  

Interested candidates are asked to submit online a letter of intent and curriculum vitae outlining their education, qualifications, experience, research interests, and educational interests, along with three letters of reference.  

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Dr. Vivian Mushahwar

Divisional Director, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

5005 Katz Building, University of Alberta

Edmonton, AB T6G2R23

Ph: 780-492-4519   E-mail: [email protected]

Applications will begin being reviewed 2 weeks after ad posted; however, the competition will remain open until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

To assist the University in complying with mandatory reporting requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (R203(3) (e)), please include the first digit of your Canadian Social Insurance Number in your application. If you do not have a Canadian Social Insurance Number, please indicate this in your application (within the cover letter).

How to Apply

Apply Online

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight MST of the closing date.

The University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services are committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.