Associate/Full Professor of Care Medicine

University of Toronto

Date Posted: 03/03/2026
Closing Date: 04/06/2026, 11:59 PM ET
Req ID: 47162
Job Category: Faculty - Clinical
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Dept of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine
Hospital Affiliation: Unity Health Toronto – St. Michael's
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

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Description

The Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, the Interdepartmental Division of Critical Care Medicine, and Unity Health Toronto – St. Michael’s Hospital are seeking applications for a Clinician Scientist in Critical Care Medicine at St. Michael’s Hospital.

Applicants must be eligible for a full-time clinical academic appointment as an Intensivist at the rank of Associate or Full Professor at the University of Toronto. The tentative start date is September 1, 2026 (negotiable).

Unity Health Toronto hosts one of Canada’s most advanced adult Critical Care programs, bringing world-leading innovation and research to the bedside. The St. Michael’s Medical-Surgical ICU is recognized locally and internationally for care of patients with severe respiratory failure, sepsis, acute inflammatory disorders, and other complex medical conditions. The unit also provides post-operative care for acutely ill surgical patients.

The successful candidate will be a nationally and internationally recognized clinician-scientist with an established research program in Critical Care, a strong track record of research activity and success, and expertise in acute lung injury, ARDS, mechanical ventilation, sepsis, multi-organ failure, and other critical care domains including neurologic, cardiac, and trauma care.

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Requirements

• Medical degree with FRCPC qualifications (or equivalent)
• Eligibility for licensure in Ontario (CPSO) for Adult Critical Care Medicine
• Completion of graduate training at the doctoral (preferred) or master’s level
• An internationally recognized research program aligned with Unity Health Toronto’s focus on mechanical ventilation and respiratory physiology
• Research expertise in mechanical ventilation and platform clinical trial design is prioritized

Applicants will be evaluated by a Selection Committee based on:

• Scholarly activity (grants, awards, publications)
• Clinical expertise and contributions to the field
• Quality and safety program development
• Local, national, and international collaborations
• Supervision of graduate students and fellows
• Graduate and post-graduate education in quality and safety

Academic rank, salary, and contractual arrangements will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Compensation will depend on the clinical workload and aligns with the typical range for intensivists in Ontario, exceeding $200,000 CAD/year.

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Application Instructions

Applicants should submit:

1. Curriculum vitae
2. 2-page outline of academic program, including research productivity, training activities, and academic prominence
3. Contact information for 3 referees, including one direct report (e.g., physician-in-chief) able to address professionalism and conduct

CAUTION: Applications must be sent directly to the hospital contacts; submissions via the “Apply Now” button on the U of T portal will not be considered.

Submit electronically by April 8, 2026 to:

• Dr. Andrea Rigamonti: Andrea.Rigamonti@unityhealth.to
• Copy: Shanthy Thivakaran: ThushanthyShanthy.Thivakaran@unityhealth.to

For more information about the Temerty Faculty of Medicine / IDCCM, visit: http://criticalcare.utoronto.ca

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Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Unity Health and the University of Toronto are committed to equity and fairness, recognizing that career interruptions may occur. The institution follows DORA principles, assessing research based on content and quality rather than metrics alone.

Accommodation Policy: Accommodations for disabilities will be provided upon request during all aspects of recruitment. Contact Shanthy Thivakaran at ThushanthyShanthy.Thivakaran@unityhealth.to.

Diversity Statement:
The University of Toronto embraces diversity and fosters a culture of belonging, encouraging applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and individuals of diverse sexual and gender identities.

Accessibility Statement:
The University is committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). For accommodations during the application process, contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.