"Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Academic Infectious Diseases physician, Clinician Scientist"

Description

The Department of Medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, and the Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre are inviting applications for the position of an Academic Infectious Diseases physician.

This full-time appointment will be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto with a position description as a Clinician Scientist at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor.

The position will be approximately 25% clinical and 75% research-related.
Expected start date: July 1, 2026, or a mutually agreeable date thereafter.

We are seeking a clinician scientist who will foster excellence in academic infectious diseases. Sunnybrook has established a strategic direction to accelerate clinical trials. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program that fosters innovative clinical trials to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases.

Research excellence will be assessed by grants, publications in leading journals, invited presentations, awards, and related accomplishments—considering the candidate’s career stage.

Clinical & Academic Responsibilities

The successful applicant will:

• Join the Division of Infectious Diseases at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, providing inpatient consultation services for complex patient populations across medical, surgical, oncology, and trauma/critical care services.
• Provide approximately 6–12 weeks of inpatient infectious diseases service coverage per year.
• Conduct one half-day per week of combined general infectious diseases and Complex OutPatient Antibiotic Treatment (COPAT) clinic.
• Seek cross-appointment in the University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies.
• Supervise graduate students and medical trainees in clinical research.

Required Qualifications

• MD degree and a PhD degree, or enrollment in a PhD program, or equivalent training and experience.
• Certification in Infectious Diseases by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or international equivalent.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Ontario from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

Compensation

Estimated compensation: $300,000–$350,000, commensurate with academic rank, qualifications, and experience.

The successful candidate will be eligible for membership in the Sunnybrook Department of Medicine Association, through which clinical billings and benefits will be administered.

Participation in medical, dental, and life insurance benefit plans is available.

Application Process

Applications accepted until January 10, 2026.

Please submit:

1. A one-page letter of interest, including a statement on demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Names and contact information of three (3) referees.

Submit materials to:

Dr. Nick Daneman
Division Head, Division of Infectious Diseases
Department of Medicine, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Room V-16, 2075 Bayview Avenue
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4N 3M5

Email: nick.daneman@sunnybrook.ca

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About Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Sunnybrook is an academic health sciences centre in Toronto, recognized globally for leadership in trauma care; emergency and critical care; brain sciences; heart and stroke disorders; high-risk maternal and fetal care; and musculoskeletal care. Both SHSC and the University of Toronto are ranked among Canada’s top 100 employers.

About the Department of Medicine

The Department is committed to excellence in clinical care, education, and research. Members enjoy strong opportunities for academic development with protected time for scholarly activities.

• Department of Medicine (U of T): http://www.deptmedicine.utoronto.ca/
• Academic Position Descriptions: http://www.deptmedicine.utoronto.ca/academic-position-descriptions#AcademicPositionDescriptions
• Department of Medicine at Sunnybrook: http://sunnybrook.ca/content/?page=dept-med-home

Additional Information

Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority, though all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging. We strongly encourage applications from:

• Indigenous Peoples
• Black and racialized persons
• Women
• Persons with disabilities
• People of diverse sexual and gender identities

Diverse perspectives strengthen the academic mission. Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is valued and expected.

Accessibility Statement

U of T is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Recruitment and selection processes will be made as accessible as possible. Accommodations are available upon request.

For accommodation inquiries: uoft.careers@utoronto.ca