Lecturer in Health Sciences

Description

The Department of Medical Imaging at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and the Department of Medical Imaging, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto are recruiting a Diagnostic Neuroradiologist.

The successful candidate will participate in the clinical and academic activities of the Division of Neuroradiology. The appointment will be at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto, depending on research and teaching strengths. The expected start date is July 1, 2027 or later.

The role includes research and teaching responsibilities alongside clinical practice in a high-volume, high-acuity academic hospital environment.

Clinical & Academic Environment

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is the largest stroke and trauma centre in Ontario, with major programs in:

• Neurosurgery
• Neurology
• Neuro-oncology
• Otolaryngology and Head & Neck services

The institution is equipped with advanced imaging infrastructure, including:

• Two 1.5T MRI scanners
• Two 3.0T MRI scanners
• Four new clinical CT scanners
• One PET/CT scanner
• Three dedicated research MR systems, including a 7.0T MRI
• Dedicated research PET/MR systems

Sunnybrook is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is a leader in clinical education and biomedical research. The Sunnybrook Research Institute conducts approximately $100 million in annual research and supports over 2,000 learners each year.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will:

• Join the Division of Neuroradiology in clinical and academic service
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
• Conduct academic research aligned with departmental strengths
• Contribute to multidisciplinary neuroimaging services in a high-acuity hospital setting

Academic rank (Lecturer or Assistant Professor) will depend on experience and research profile.

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Hold an MD or equivalent degree
• Be Board-certified or Board-eligible in Diagnostic Imaging (Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or equivalent)
• Have completed residency training in Diagnostic Radiology
• Have at least 2 years of fellowship training in Neuroradiology
• Be qualified in full-spectrum diagnostic radiology coverage, including chest, abdomen, pelvis, and musculoskeletal imaging for rare emergency coverage
• Have skills in minor neuroradiology interventions (e.g., lumbar puncture, spine biopsy)
• Demonstrate willingness for 24/7 on-call coverage
• Be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario