Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program and McMaster University

Academic Gastrointestinal Pathologist

Applications are invited for an Academic Pathologist position in the Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program (HRLMP), the Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine, McMaster University and the Farncombe Family Digestive Health Research Institute.

This full-time joint appointment presents an excellent opportunity for an academic pathologist with expertise in gastrointestinal pathology. The successful applicant should have completed a fellowship in GI pathology and have research experience with preference given to applicants who have a PhD. The successful candidate will share clinical responsibilities with a large regional group of anatomical pathologists with expertise in all pathology subspecialties. The appointee will join an integrated group of clinical and basic scientists dedicated to understanding the causes of chronic digestive diseases in the Farncombe Family Digestive Health Research Institute (http://www.farncombe.mcmaster.ca). The successful applicant will have teaching responsibilities in undergraduate, postgraduate, and graduate programs and is expected to develop an independent research program. The successful applicant will have hospital staff appointments at Hamilton Health Sciences and St. Joseph’s Healthcare and will be presented for a faculty appointment with the Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine at McMaster University. The academic rank will be determined by the qualifications of the applicant.

Applications will be considered only from applicants certified in Anatomical or General Pathology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

The City of Hamilton has a population of 500,000 and is home to six friendly and family-oriented communities, nestled against the picturesque Niagara escarpment on the western edge of Lake Ontario and situated centrally between Niagara Falls and Toronto, both only 45 minutes away. A relaxed, culturally diverse city with excellent public schools and affordable housing makes Hamilton an attractive choice for families. Outdoor enthusiasts can participate in a wide variety of organized sports, hiking, climbing, mountain-biking and fishing all within city boundaries. Hamilton boasts a vibrant cultural and arts scene, with galleries, museums, theatres and festivals to enjoy throughout the year.

Applications will be received until the position is filled.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names/addresses of three references, preferably their research or fellowship supervisors:

Dr. Vina Alexopoulou
Director, Anatomical Pathology and Deputy Chief
Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program
Professor of Pathology and Molecular Medicine

McMaster University, HSC 2N19
1200 Main Street West, Hamilton ON L8N 3Z5
Phone: 905-521-2100 Ext. 76295
Fax: 905-577-8468
Email:  purser@hhsc.ca

Posted November 5, 2012