Job Posting
full time Hematology/Oncology at The Hospital for Sick Children
Toronto, Ontario
Job ID: 10537

Paediatric Hematologist/Oncologist –Solid Tumor Section

Effective July 1, 2016, The Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Paediatrics, at the Hospital for Sick for Children (SickKids), an academic health science centre dedicated exclusively to children, affiliated with the University of Toronto, is recruiting a pediatric hematologist/oncologist to join the Solid Tumor Section to provide care for children with oncologic disorders, with a focus on solid tumors. The Section includes members with clinical, translational and basic research interests in neuroblastoma, sarcomas, renal tumors, hepatoblastoma, germ cell tumors, retinoblastoma and rare tumors.

The successful candidate for this fulltime permanent position will share in coverage of the in-patient and ambulatory oncology services, the Division’s procedures and out-of-hours physician on-call schedules. In addition, he/she will be provided protected time for research and teaching and other academic pursuits. Applications from individuals with an interest in, and commitment to, scholarly activities and a demonstrated interest and track record in basic, clinical or translational research in the area of solid tumors or experimental therapies are highly encouraged. Additional expertise in experimental therapeutics and neuroblastoma would be an asset.

The successful candidate must be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. Rank and salary ($230,000 – 300,000) per annum will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The success candidate will be eligible for a benefit package which includes medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, group insurance, pension plan, vision care, academic allowance, a relocations package and may be eligible for one time signing bonus. In addition, the successful candidate should be eligible for appointment as an Associate Scientist in The Hospital for Sick Children Research Institute.

The candidate must hold an MD degree and must be certified or eligible for certification in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or comparable qualifications. Interested individuals should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses of three referees to Dr. James Whitlock, Head, Division of Hematology/Oncology, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Canada M5G1X8 (jim.whitlock@sickkids.ca). This posting will remain open until filled.

For additional information regarding SickKids, the Department of Pediatrics, and the Garron Family Cancer Centre, please visit our Web sites at www.sickkids.ca and http://www.sickkids.ca/paediatrics/ and http://www.sickkids.ca/gfcc/.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups and others. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Summary
Specialty
Hematology/Oncology
Province / State
Ontario
Employment Type
full time
Eligible
Physician
Tagline
Paediatric Hematologist/Oncologist –Solid Tumor Section
Start Date
2016-07-01
Remuneration
Remuneration
Rank and salary ($230,000 - 300,000) per annum will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  
Billing / Overhead Split
 
Vacation / CME Leave
 
Additional Benefits
 
Institution / Community Information
Institution Name
The Hospital for Sick Children 
Street Address 1
555 University Avenue 
Street Address 2
 
City / Town
Toronto 
Country
Canada 
Postal / Zip Code
M5G1X8 
 
Institution Description
 
Institution Size (Beds)
unspecified 
Institution Website
 
Community Description
 
Community Size
unspecified 
Community Website
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Geographic location may be approximate
Contact for Applicants
Contact Name
Dr. James Whitlock,  
Contact Address
Head, Division of Hematology/Oncology, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Canada M5G1X8  
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Fax
 
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Published on 2016-01-15
Edited on 2016-02-15