Academic Position in Gastroenterology (25-UAH-MED-GAS-02)
Description
AMHSP Academic Position in Gastroenterology, Motility
The University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology in partnership with Alberta Health Services, invites applications for the academic position in Gastroenterology to be based at the University of Alberta. Located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of Canada’s premier academic medical institutions and is recognized among the world’s top 100 medical schools. The University is currently home to more than 38,000 students with more than 15,000 faculty and staff.
Division of Gastroenterology at the University of Alberta Hospital
The Division of Gastroenterology in the Department of Medicine is one of the largest Gastroenterology and Hepatology centers in Canada with 27 academic physicians and 2 tenured non-clinical faculty members. Its leading-edge research program is supported by more than $3 M annual research funding, its Centre of Excellence in Gastrointestinal Inflammation and Immunity Research, with 45 research trainees.
- State-of-the-art clinical care
- Modern therapeutic endoscopy facility
- Large subspecialty in-patient unit
- Modern ambulatory care clinic
Qualifications and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be an MD (or equivalent) with certification in Gastroenterology with the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada, or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA). The qualified individual will have extensive experience in clinical management of gastrointestinal motility disorders and successfully completed an advanced fellowship in a major centre within this area. Moreover, proven experience with complex GI motility disorders, motility testing, and administrative leadership are required.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are asked to submit online a letter of intent and curriculum vitae outlining their education, qualifications, experience, research interests, along with three letters of reference to:
Clarence K.W. Wong, MD FRCPC CAGF AGAF FASGE
Professor and Director, Division of Gastroenterology
Section Head Gastroenterology, Edmonton Zone, Alberta Health Services
Zeidler Ledcor Centre
130 University Campus NW
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB T6G 2X8
Additional Information
- Position Classification: Full-time
- FTE: 1
- Unit and Program: Internal Medicine
- Specialty: Gastroenterology
- Recruiting Organization: Alberta Health Services
- Sponsorship Eligible: No
- Compensation: Remuneration for this position is based on the Academic Medicine & Health Services Program (AMHSP). Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
- Posting Date: Nov 27, 2024
- Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found
- Target Start Date: Jan 1, 2025
City of Edmonton
The City of Edmonton, with a growing population of over one million, is the cosmopolitan capital of Alberta known as “The City of Festivals”. For further details about our vibrant city, please visit www.edmonton.ca.
University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services
Details about the University of Alberta, the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry and the Department of Medicine can be found on the Faculty’s Home Page at www.ualberta.ca. Details about Alberta Health Services can be found at www.albertahealthservices.ca.
Apply Online
Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight MST of the closing date.
Equity and Diversity Statement
The University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services are committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.