Paediatric General & Thoracic Surgeon (Liver Transplant)
The Hospital for Sick Children
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

The Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, within the Department of Surgery, at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and the Liver Transplant Program at the University Health Network/Ajmera Transplant Centre, at the University of Toronto are inviting applications for a permanent full-time faculty position, for a liver transplant surgeon with a focus on pediatric liver transplantation and pediatric HPB surgery. The effective date of the appointment is flexible, tentatively aiming for Spring of 2025.

Additional Description
The successful candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills. Evidence of excellence in teaching and research is required. Depending on qualifications, candidates will be eligible for appointment as a Surgeon-Scientist, or Surgeon-Investigator at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor at the University of Toronto. Required qualifications include a residency training in pediatric or general surgery with specialist certification in abdominal organ transplantation. The candidate must qualify for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or hold equivalent international certification, and for licensure by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Candidates must obtain an appropriate Visa, if applicable.

The Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, at SickKids, is internationally recognized for its contributions to advancing clinical care in academic medicine. This is an exciting time for the Division and the Hospital under Division Head, Dr. Kasper Wang, who has reshaped the team in his vision since his arrival in December 2022. The successful candidates can anticipate protected time to pursue their academic goals. Applicants must have excellent clinical and surgical care skills for the vast and complex paediatric surgical disorders that present to SickKids. Advanced experience in pediatric liver transplantation and HPB surgery will be considered as an asset. Applicants must also be committed to being fully participating members of high functioning interdisciplinary teams.

The Liver Transplant program at the University Health Network (UHN) is one of the largest liver transplant programs in North America, internationally recognized for its innovation and excellence in living liver donation, transplant oncology, and organ resuscitation.

The candidate is expected to function as an important clinical and research member of the internationally renowned, multidisciplinary Pediatric Liver Transplant team. Additionally, the successful candidate will be part of the deceased donor liver transplant program at the University Health Network/Ajmera Transplant Centre.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to leverage multidisciplinary, clinical, and basic science facilities that are available on the Hospital campus, including the 21-story Research Institute, and the University of Toronto’s Department of Surgery.
Candidates must be able to function proficiently in English and hold an M.D. or equivalent degree. Demonstrated academic excellence in basic or clinical research in living liver donation or organ rehabilitation is of benefit.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, base remuneration will be in the range of $400,000 to $500,000 CAD per year for 35 hours of work per week plus on call responsibilities to which will be added an equal distribution of billing overages. Support for relocation expenses will be offered.

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 SickKids 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.

SickKids, located at 555 University Avenue in downtown Toronto, is among the largest children’s hospitals in North America and has a long history of excellence in clinical care, research, and education. SickKids is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is located adjacent to the University campus and to numerous specialty hospitals and biomedical research institutes. It is an exciting time at SickKids as we execute our campus redevelopment project, including a new state-of-the-art acute care hospital tower.   

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 along with its fifteen Michelin-starred restaurants 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.

Application Process
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Should you be interested in this opportunity, please forward a one-page statement of interest (which includes the names and contact information for 3 referees) and curriculum vitae, in PDF format, via email to:

Dr. Kasper Wang
Chair of the Search Committee
555 University Avenue
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M5G 1X8
Email: gensurgfacultysearch@sickkids.ca

For more information about the Faculty of Medicine/Department of Surgery, please visit us at https://surgery.utoronto.ca/ For more information on the Research Institute please visit us at https://www.sickkids.ca/en/research/about-research-institute/

The division recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have influenced their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. The department further supports an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, Anne Apong, Supervisor, Admin Services, anne.apong@sickkids.ca.     
  
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.