Assistant Professor (Clinical), Department of Psychiatry (C1-260612)

McGill University

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The McGill University Department of Psychiatry, in affiliation with the Douglas Mental Health Institute, is seeking a full-time Clinician Scientist for a three-year renewable appointment as an Assistant Professor (Clinical) on the Contract Academic Staff. This position focuses on psychosis and treatment resistance in severe and persistent mental illness, with a particular interest in comorbid substance-use disorders. The successful candidate will conduct research, hold grants, and practice clinically at the Douglas Mental Health University Institute, contributing to its research center and the broader CIUSSS-ODIM mission. The department values a respectful, multi-disciplinary, and inclusive environment and is affiliated with McGill University, a leading international institution located in the vibrant city of Montreal.

Requirements

Completed advanced Psychiatry training (fellowship/graduate studies).
Hold an MD and hold, or be eligible for, licensure as a psychiatrist in the province of Quebec.
Show evidence of strong research productivity.
Demonstrate current or potential ability to attract competitive funding.
Demonstrated expertise in the field of psychosis.
Possess an advanced capacity to engage in all aspects of a university-affiliated psychiatry department (clinical, education, and/or research).
Bilingual language skills (French and English) are preferred, or a commitment to acquire the necessary language skills to practice medicine in Quebec.
Ability to interact in English and French with patients, families, and health care professionals.

Nice To Haves

Clinician-scientists with MD/PhD (or equivalent research-intensive training) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Strong clinical/academic background.
Experience in severe and persistent mental illness.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the clinical mission of the Douglas Mental Health Institute.
Provide excellent teaching and supervision to residents and medical students.
Participate in hospital administrative activities.
Make innovative contributions to the academic mission of the Department of Psychiatry.
Devote 50% of time to research.
Apply for external funding from agencies such as CIHR and FRQ-S.
Be actively involved in McGill’s academic mission, including research, teaching, supervision of graduate students and residents, and participation in academic and administrative committees.
Contribute to service activities within their unit, the University, and the wider scholarly community.
Demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.