The Division of General Surgery in the Sprott Department of Surgery at the University Health Network and the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) at the University of Toronto are inviting applications for the 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 tentatively aiming for August 1, 2025.

Description:
The successful candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills. Evidence of excellence in teaching and research is required. 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 Surgery at the UHN has been recognized as Canada’s #1 Hospital and World’s Best Hospitals by Newsweek 2024. The Liver Transplant program at the University Health Network (UHN) is one of the largest liver transplant programs in North America, internationally recognized for it’s innovation and excellence in living liver donation, transplant oncology, and organ resuscitation.

Applicants must have excellent clinical and surgical care skills for the vast and complex surgical disorders. 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 candidate is expected to function as an important clinical and research member of the internationally renowned, multidisciplinary Pediatric Liver Transplant team at the Hospital for Sick Children. Additionally, the successful candidate will be part of the deceased donor liver transplant program at the University Health Network/Ajmera Transplant Centre and a member of the General Surgery Associate Practice (GSAP) plan. 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, estimated remuneration will range of $300,000 to $400,000 (based on a fee for service at UHN); surgical billing for 30 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.

The University Health Network is comprised of the Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education and is Canada’s largest and leading clinical and research hospital. The University Health Network is an academic institution affiliated with the University of Toronto and is recognized internationally for excellence in patient care, innovation, research and education. The Division of General Surgery is currently comprised of twenty-nine surgeons.

Primary Location of the Position with the UHN:
Toronto General Hospital
200 Elizabeth Street
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5G 2C4
Please submit a letter of intent, CV and the name of three references by May 17, 2025 to:

Dr. Timothy Jackson
Head, Division of General Surgery, UHN
Toronto General Hospital
200 Elizabeth St., 10 Eaton, Room 218
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5G 2C4

Questions and correspondence should be directed to:
Hillary Gandy
Email: hillary.gandy@uhn.ca
Telephone: (416) 340-3573

For more information about the Temerty Faculty of Medicine/Department of Surgery and the Sprott Department of Surgery, University Health Network, please visit http://surgery.utoronto.ca and https://www.uhn.ca/Sprott-Surgery

CAUTION: Please see the information directly above for the application instructions; applications submitted via the “Apply Now” button on this page will NOT be considered for this position.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Accessibility Statement
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.