Chair of the McGill University Department of Emergency Medicine

McGill University

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About The Position

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at McGill University invites applications for a full-time position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor as Chair of the McGill University Department of Emergency Medicine. A tenure stream position may be available for the selected candidate. The McGill University Department of Emergency Medicine comprises an outstanding group of physicians, researchers, trainees, and administrative support staff, whose mission is to contribute to the health of the population and the sustainability of the healthcare system in Quebec, Canada, and abroad by training medical students, residents, fellows, and other healthcare professionals, fostering innovation in clinical practice, promoting research and scholarly activities, stimulating and supporting curriculum innovation and research, and participating in international and global health activities. The Department, known for pioneering emergency medicine training in Canada, is proud to be the home of over 150 bright and energetic faculty members. Our faculty members provide academic and clinical expertise in the areas of innovation, pre-hospital care, trauma, health informatics, resuscitation, simulation, point of care ultrasound, medical education, sport medicine, and aviation medicine. The Department offers a dynamic and diverse clinical environment distributed across four major teaching hospitals 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. Collectively, we manage close to 250,000 ED visits per year at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) Glen Site (a tertiary/quaternary hospital with multi-organ transplantation, cardiac surgery and cancer care), the Montreal General Hospital (a Level-1 trauma centre), the Jewish General Hospital (the busiest emergency department in Quebec and the centre of point-of-care ultrasound training), and the St. Mary’s Hospital Centre. This integrated network is further supported by affiliates including the Lakeshore General Hospital, the Lachine Hospital, and Campus Outaouais. The Department has two independent residency programs affiliated with two different colleges, both supported by the academic department and clinical emergency departments. The residency programs are among the most comprehensive and broad-based teaching programs in Canada and includes an FRCPC program (5-year; over 25 trainees) and a CCFP-EM program (1-year enhanced skills program; over 10 trainees). The Department also hosts multiple post-graduate fellowships including point-of-care ultrasound, Toxicology, medical simulation, trauma and health informatics. We also provide rich undergraduate medical students training and postgraduate training experiences from other specialty programs. As Chair of the McGill University Department of Emergency Medicine, the successful candidate will articulate and advance a clear research philosophy and build a cohesive, sustainable research program, while strengthening the Department’s scholarly environment through strategic recruitment, mentorship, and structured faculty development and review. The successful candidate will be an experienced leader with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop, communicate, and implement a unifying vision for a high-performing and innovative Department. The successful candidate will also be expected to have a track record of success in leading interdisciplinary initiatives, extensive experience in teaching and mentorship, strong interest in fostering social justice within an academic and clinical setting, and a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. The successful candidate is a visionary, strategic, energetic, and thoughtful leader with demonstrated abilities to manage change, encourage excellence in complex, high-stakes environments and who fosters a sense of belonging within the organisation. Applicants for this position should have substantive experience in both research and teaching at a high level. Applicants should also have demonstrated success in administration and leadership, with the ability to build effective teams, mentor colleagues, staff, and students, and engage with clinical and community partners, academic institutions, and governmental agencies.

Requirements

• Hold an MD degree and must hold, or be eligible for, licensure in the Province of Québec by the Collège des médecins du Québec
• Be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or equivalent)
• Have demonstrated leadership qualities, a proven track-record in research and teaching, and the skills and experience needed to lead diverse teams and training programs
• Demonstrate a commitment to, and evidence of, high-quality teaching and inclusive pedagogy with a record of collegiality and synergistic collaboration
• A record of success in managing complex units and the experience in navigating institutional, academic, and public policy channels to make progress on multifaceted issues is expected
• Fluency in English is essential; a working knowledge of French, or a commitment to acquiring it within a few years of appointment is preferred

Nice To Haves

• A clinician-scientist profile is preferred
• Knowledge of the Québec healthcare system will be considered an asset
• Experience in fundraising and service in an advocacy role are considered assets

Responsibilities

• Assume strategic, operational, academic, and financial responsibilities for the McGill University Department of Emergency Medicine
• Provide effective mentoring, guidance on academic appointments, promotion, and tenure and faculty development
• Collaborate effectively with sister departments with shared interests
• Promote excellence in research, teaching, and clinical care at all levels
• Be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission (i.e., research, teaching, supervision of students and residents, and involvement in academic and administrative committees)
• Contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree