Assistant Professor

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Position Description

The McGill University Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is currently inviting applications for a full-time position as a member of the Contract Academic Staff at the rank of Assistant Professor (Clinical). This will be a three-year, renewable appointment and does not confer eligibility for tenure.

The successful candidate will be appointed to clinical practice at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), 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. As a world-leading clinical, research, and training institution, the MUHC is proud to offer a full range of services, hosting a respectful, transdisciplinary, and inclusive work setting in its multiple areas of activity, which includes the training of a diverse group of students.

The McGill University Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences’ mission is to provide and promote excellence in patient eye care, research, and education. Our dedicated team of experts are globally recognized leaders committed to excellence in innovation and integrated vision care, education, and research. Our department has a rich history with sustained expertise in providing exemplary physical and emotional care for each of our patients and their families, building a work environment where each person is valued, and advancing excellence in ophthalmic services education while fostering a culture of discovery in all of our activities.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will be involved in the academic activities of the McGill University Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences. They will be expected to demonstrate aptitude and interest in pursuing academic studies (clinical and/or basic research), and should also demonstrate interest in telehealth and aboriginal health. The incumbent will be called upon to take a leading role in future departmental projects such as telemedicine and advanced technical training techniques.

The successful candidate will also be expected to be actively involved in relevant aspects of McGill’s academic mission (e.g., clinical duties, research, teaching, supervision of students and residents, and involvement in academic and administrative committees). The incumbent will be expected to develop an innovative independent research program to pursue scholarly activities, ideally externally funded. Clinical resources, allocation of operating time, and infrastructure support will be commensurate with needs. 
 

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, or be eligible for, immediate licensure as an ophthalmologist in the province of Quebec;
• Have completed advanced training (e.g., subspecialty fellowship and/or advanced degree(s) such as an MPH, or equivalent);
• Have expertise in research and demonstrated collaboration in conducting clinical studies;
• 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.

Assets:

• Demonstrated Commitment to Teaching: A strong dedication to resident and fellow education, with an ability to contribute meaningfully to both clinical and academic teaching programs;
• Telemedicine and Remote Clinical Care: Oversee implementation and expansion of tele-ophthalmology services for remote diagnosis, follow-up, and triage. Develop protocols and workflows that integrate virtual tools with in-person care in Indigenous regions;
• Institutional Engagement: A willingness and ability to contribute to broader institutional goals through active participation in both academic and administrative initiatives;
• Research and Innovation: High interest in conducting applied research in Indigenous ocular health, focusing on access, outcomes, and epidemiology of vision disorders.

Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Employee Type: Contract Academic Staff ('Academic Contractual')
Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: Remuneration will be according to Quebec health care fee schedule
Job Status: Full-time

Posting Period: 30 days from posting

The following supporting documents are required in one pdf:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae;
• Statement of research;
• 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.