Lecturer in Psychiatry

Description

St. Michael’s Hospital – one of the sites of Unity Health Toronto – is a fully-affiliated University of Toronto teaching and research institution. In conjunction with the University of Toronto, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, St. Michael’s Hospital is recruiting for a full-time Clinician-Teacher to join the Mental Health and Addictions Service to provide Interventional Psychiatry care.

St. Michael’s Hospital is located in the heart of downtown Toronto and serves a diverse community, often caring for the most vulnerable and marginalized individuals. The hospital and department are committed to providing care that is accessible to all and accountable to the values of equity, inclusion and anti-racism. Health care services for people who use drugs is an integral part of the work in the Mental Health and Addictions Service and across the hospital.

Applicants must be eligible for full-time clinical academic appointment at the University of Toronto at the level of Lecturer or Assistant Professor. The successful candidate must hold a Medical Degree and hold or be eligible for certification in Psychiatry by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and have or be eligible of independent licensure in Ontario.

The ideal candidate will have exemplary clinical skills, be equipped to work in an active interdisciplinary clinical environment and be dedicated to the highest quality of patient care. Primary clinical responsibilities will include joining the Interventional Psychiatry Program (IPP) and providing rTMS and ECT. Experience and expertise in the clinical assessment and care for patients with complex, treatment resistant depression would be an asset in this role. St. Michael’s IPP has had an active research footprint, exploring clinical indications for novel therapeutics and the new staff member will have opportunities to participate in research initiatives and collaboration with other scientists and inter-departmental colleagues. Education is a prominent feature of professional work at St. Michael’s Hospital and the new IPP staff member will have a significant role in leading education for learners and continuing professional development for colleagues. Participation in the Ambulatory Psychiatry Division and general psychiatric care will be included in the complement of clinical services that the joining psychiatrist will provide.

As a full-time member of the Department, the candidate will provide Psychiatry on-call service as part of their clinical responsibilities.

The candidate will have educational responsibilities, which will include clinical supervision, overseeing exams, teaching seminars and participating in educational requirements that are part of the University of Toronto’s Undergraduate Medical Education and Postgraduate Medical Education curricula. The Department of Psychiatry has a strong tradition in the integration of clinical, teaching and research excellence. Dedication to learner education and involvement in academic activities are essential components of this position.

Remuneration is expected to exceed $200,000 per annum and will be based on fees for service, available sessional and stipends.

Applications will be reviewed until September 25, 2026. Posting is available until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2027, but negotiable.

Interested Candidates can submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to Dr. Karen Shin, Chief-of-Psychiatry, St. Michael’s Hospital in care of Kyle Bernardo: kyle.bernardo@unityhealth.to

For more information on the University of Toronto, Department of Psychiatry, please visit http://www.psychiatry.utoronto.ca. For more information about St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto, please visit https://unityhealth.to

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

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