Clinical Academic Transplant Nephrologist (23-UAH-MED-NEPH-31) Full-time Job
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Description:
The University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology in partnership with Alberta Health Services invites applications for an Academic position in Nephrology to be based at the University of Alberta. Located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, the Faculty has been internationally recognized as among the worlds top 50 medical schools and as one of Canadas premier health-education institutions.The University is currently home to 39,000 students with more 15,000 faculty and staff.
The Division of Nephrology and Immunology at the University of Alberta provides care to a large groupof patients with chronic and end-stage kidney disease and has a large adherence area. The division strives for clinical excellence and always is improving care delivery for our patients. The Division is also research-intensive. Research spans the spectrum from fundamental and translational work through epidemiology and care implementation research in general nephrology and transplantation immunology. The Division considers education a high priority and provides leadership to the educational and administrative activities of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, and Alberta Health Services.
Key accountabilities for the one position will include but are not limited to: inpatient kidney transplant service, inpatient nephrology and consult service, and outpatient service in kidney transplantation and general nephrology. In addition, it is expected that the candidate supports and participates in clinical improvements programs related to transplant.
The successful candidate will be offered a contingent tenured or tenure-track appointment in the Department of Medicine, which is in accordance with the University of Alberta Faculty Agreement and offers a comprehensive benefits package.
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.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Dr. Branko Braam
Divisional Director, Nephrology
University of Alberta, Department of Medicine
Division of Nephrology
CSB 11-107
Edmonton, AB T6G 2G3
E-mail: branko.braam@ualberta.ca
Applications will begin being reviewed 2 weeks after ad posted; however, the competition will remain open until the position is filled.
How to Apply
Apply Online
Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight MST of the closing date.
The University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services are committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Mtis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will be an MD (or equivalent) with certification in Nephrology with the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada or equivalent, be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) and have specialized training around transplantation and preferably demonstratable interest in supporting research, quality improvement or education in that area.
- Position Classification: Full-time
- FTE: 1
- Department: Medicine
- Recruiting Organization: Alberta Health Services
- Sponsorship Eligible: No
- Compensation: Remuneration for this position is based on the Academic Medicine and Health Services Program (AMHSP), which offers a very competitive remuneration package. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
- Posting Date: Jul 10, 2023
- Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found
- Target Start Date: Sep 1, 2023
Company Description
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