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Assistant/Associate/Professor Division of Nephrology Date Posted: 01/06/2026 Closing Date: 02/10/2026, 11:59PM ET Req ID: 46529 Job Category: Faculty Clinical Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine Department: Department of Paediatrics Hospital Affiliation: Hospital for Sick Children Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto) Existing Vacancy: Yes Effective immediately, a permanent fulltime faculty position (Clinician Scientist or Clinician Investigator) is available in the Division of Nephrology, Department of Paediatrics, at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON, Canada. SickKids is an academic health science centre dedicated to the care of children and is affiliated with the University of Toronto. The successful candidate must be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will have a strong track record in clinical research focused on childhood and rare kidney diseases, including expertise in innovative observational and clinical trial methods. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or doctoral equivalent (e.g., MD MSc, MD&MPH) in a field related to clinical research. Qualifications The ideal candidate will be able to lead collaborative multicentre studies, contribute to national and international research networks, and advance the evidence and research methods needed to improve outcomes for children with rare kidney diseases. Experience engaging patients and families as partners in research design, conduct, and knowledge translation is strongly desired. Disciplinary depth and an ability to work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. Evidence of an emerging successful track record of partnership, collaboration, and engagement in research. Demonstrated and sustained a competitive and externally funded research program focused on clinical research in pediatric nephrology. Ability to develop and lead an innovative, independent, inclusive program of scholarship emphasizing national and international capacity building for multicentre clinical trials and observational studies. MD, MBBS or equivalent degree and certification or eligibility by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or comparable qualifications. Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Responsibilities Research, teaching, and supervision at the graduate level. Active role in the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. Develop and lead a robust, independent, externally funded research program at the highest international level. Active teaching and mentoring of students. Collaborate with colleagues, other university departments, partners, and the community. Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Benefits The successful candidate will be eligible for a benefits package which includes medical, dental, life insurance, longterm disability insurance, group insurance, pension plan, vision care, academic allowance, and a relocation package. Application Process Interested individuals should submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae with the names and addresses of three references to the attention of Dr. Christoph Licht, Head, Division of Nephrology, Department of Paediatrics, c/o Linda Correia, Sr. Manager, Department of Paediatrics, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 1X8, Canada; email: [email protected]. Visit our website for additional information regarding the Department of Paediatrics: www.paeds.utoronto.ca. This ad is posted only to the U of T affiliated hospital job board. Applications submitted via the Apply Now button on this page will NOT be considered for this position. Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected]. Job Segment Pediatric Clinical Research Medical Research Research Scientist Public Health Healthcare Science #J-18808-Ljbffr