Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical) in Musculoskeletal Imaging - Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Division of Musculoskeletal Imaging

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Position description

The McGill University Department of Diagnostic Radiology and the Department of Radiology at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences are seeking a dynamic, fellowship-trained musculoskeletal imaging radiologist for a full time-position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical) to join the Division of Musculoskeletal Imaging. The professorial rank will be determined according to the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. This will be a Contract Academic Staff position and does not confer eligibility for tenure.

The MUHC Department of Radiology houses four 3T MRI systems, five 1.5T MRI systems, two PET-CT scanners, 10 CT scanners and 30 ultrasound units. It comprises approximately 800 beds and performs more than 500,000 radiologic procedures per year. The Division of Musculoskeletal Imaging performs a high volume of spine and musculoskeletal oncology MR, CT and ultrasound imaging and image guided interventions; spine and musculoskeletal trauma CT, MR, ultrasound and radiographic imaging; rheumatologic imaging and sports imaging. Exceptional research opportunities exist both within the department and across departmental boundaries within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and McGill University.

The MUHC is a quaternary regional referral center for Orthopedic Oncology, is a Level One Trauma Center, and has renowned academic departments of orthopedic surgery, radiation oncology, rheumatology and sports medicine. The Division of Musculoskeletal Radiology has close collaborative relationships with these referring services on both the clinical and research side, and its contributions to several multidisciplinary conferences per week are highly valued by their clinical colleagues. The department of Radiology leads the Augmented Intelligence and Precision Health Laboratory for the study of a variety of disease processes including Orthopedic Oncology.

The MUHC is a major teaching hospital affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at Canada’s internationally renowned McGill University, located in the vibrant and multicultural city of Montreal, in the province of Quebec.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will be expected to work in an academic environment where they will provide clinical imaging services and consultation; the incumbent will also be expected to attend orthopedic oncology multidisciplinary review board and other conferences and teach medical students, residents, and fellows.

The position requires experience and expertise in all aspects of musculoskeletal imaging and image guided intervention including injections, blocks, biopsies and ablations. The successful candidate will be required to have on-call commitments for coverage of urgent Radiographic, CT and MR imaging of spine trauma and spine oncologic emergencies. Therefore, experience and expertise in both elective and emergency spine imaging is a necessity. Engagement in research and participation in departmental and institutional committees and professional organizations is also expected.
 
The Musculoskeletal Imaging service typically trains 2-3 clinical fellows per year. The successful candidate will have opportunities to take on future leadership roles. The candidate will also demonstrate a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas.

In addition to patient care activities, the successful candidate will also be expected to be actively involved in relevant aspects of McGill’s academic mission (e.g., research, teaching, supervision of students and residents, and involvement in academic and administrative committees)

McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Candidates must:

• Hold an MD and hold or be eligible for, licensure in the province of Quebec;
• Be certified in Diagnostic Radiology (Royal College or equivalent), and must have completed a formal fellowship in musculoskeletal imaging with expertise in both spine imaging and imaging of orthopedic oncology;
• Have experience and expertise in musculoskeletal ultrasound and ultrasound-guided procedures;
• Demonstrate exceptional potential to become an outstanding clinician, teacher, and scholar in the above-mentioned field;
• Hold or be eligible for licensure to practice medicine from the Collège des Médecins du Québec;
• Leadership experience and administrative skills are an asset;
• Bilingual language skills (French and English) are preferred, or a commitment to acquire the necessary language skills to practice medicine in Quebec. Candidates should be able to interact in English and in French with patients, families, and health care professionals. 

Faculty/Department/Unit:
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Division of Diagnostic Imaging - Musculoskeletal Imaging

Job Type:
Contract Academic Staff ('Academic Contractual')

Rank:
Assistant/Associate Professor

Salary:
Remuneration will be according to Quebec health care fee schedule.

Posting Period:
Please submit your application within 30 days of the publication of this advertisement.

Required Documents:

The following supporting documents are required:

• Cover letter including statements of leadership, clinical, teaching and/or research excellence & curriculum vitae (as 1 pdf document);

• The names and contact information of three referees.

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McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

L’Université McGill est une institution de langue anglaise dans laquelle la majorité des activités d’enseignement et de recherche s’effectuent en langue anglaise, rendant essentielle l’utilisation de l’anglais pour la communication orale et écrite.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.