Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Paediatric Otolaryngology

Description

The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto and the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery - Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) are inviting applications for up to two permanent full-time academic paediatric Otolaryngologist – head and neck surgeon positions. The effective date of the appointments is anticipated to be July 1, 2027. The successful candidates will have an academic position description of OHNS scientist/investigator or teacher and must be eligible for a full-time clinical academic appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate or full Professor at the University of Toronto. Candidates completing their fellowship training in June 2027 will be considered.

The Department of Otolaryngology – HNS at SickKids is highly specialized, focusing on disease, injury, and congenital disorders related to the ear, nose, throat and larynx, head, and neck. The department is one of 3 provincial sites designated for pediatric cochlear implantation and other implantable hearing technology and performs up to 160 devices per year. The department is comprised of seven full-time academic surgeons and is the largest provincial and national training centre for paediatric OHNS surgeons (residents and fellows).

The successful candidates must hold an MD, MBBS or equivalent. The candidate must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) and hold certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) in Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery or possess equivalent board certification or specialist recognition/certification.

Candidates must be able to function proficiently in English. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong research interest, and responsibilities will include clinical, scholarly, teaching, program development and administrative duties.

The successful candidates will be fellowship trained in complex paediatric otolaryngology with the capacity to manage the full breadth of paediatric patients on call. Their elective practice will have focus on, but will not be limited to, paediatric otology including cochlear implantation and expertise, experience and training in this area will be required.

Base remuneration will be in the estimated range of $408,000.00 CAD - $510,000.00 CAD, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Hospital Description

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 was ranked as the World’s Best Specialized Pediatric Hospital by Newsweek in 2026. 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.

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 neighborhood food scene 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 November 30, 2026. 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. Sharon Cushing
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery
The Hospital for Sick Children
555 University Avenue
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5G 1X8
EMAIL: sharon.cushing@sickkids.ca

CAUTION: This ad is “posted only” to the U of T affiliated hospital job board. 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.

For more information about the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, please visit our home page at: https://www.sickkids.ca/en/care-services/clinical-departments/otolaryngology/

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 The Hospital for Sick Children 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.

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.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.