British Medical Journal
Job title:
Rheumatology Research Chair
Company
British Medical Journal
Job description
Dalhousie University, Faculty of Medicine
QEII Health Sciences Centre Foundation Quigley Family Endowed Chair in Rheumatology or Arthritis
Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Medicine invites applications for the prestigious Quigley Family Endowed Chair in Rheumatology or Arthritis. This position offers a unique opportunity for an accomplished candidate to join the Division of Rheumatology at the Nova Scotia Health Authority and Dalhousie University as a key researcher. The primary objective of the Chair is to advance research in arthritis and related conditions, aiming to enhance outcomes for both current and future patients while providing access to cutting-edge treatments in Nova Scotia.
To apply, interested individuals should submit an electronic copy of their curriculum vitae, a two-page description of their research program, a future research roadmap, and contact information for three referees via the application portal by clicking the Apply button. The successful candidate will be appointed within the Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, and is expected to establish a robust research program in rheumatology, securing independent, external, peer-reviewed research funding.
In addition to contributing to the field through research, the Chair will play a crucial role in providing leadership and mentorship in rheumatology research within Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. The incumbent will act as a catalyst for securing further research and program funding, fostering collaborative relationships with policymakers, administrators, and practitioners at local, provincial, regional, national, and international levels.
Applicants must hold an MD with FRCPC or equivalent training in rheumatology and demonstrate a proven track record or potential for independent scholarship in rheumatology research. Success in obtaining peer-reviewed publications and research funding, as well as experience advising leadership on research and outcomes for patients with arthritis, is highly desirable.
The successful candidate will receive a continuing academic appointment in the Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, Faculty of Medicine at Dalhousie University. This clinician-researcher position also includes a Continuing Appointment with the Faculty of Medicine at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level, along with Medical Staff or Affiliated Medical Staff status in accordance with Nova Scotia Health Authority policies. The Chair is a five-year limited-term appointment with the possibility of renewal following a review in the fourth year of each term.
Candidates will enjoy a minimum of 50% protected time for research, contributing to the Division of Rheumatology’s commitment to advancing patient care through research, education, and clinical practice. The recruitment and appointment process align with Dalhousie’s Academic Recruitment and Selection Guidelines.
The application period extends to at least March 15, 2024, or until the position is filled.
While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and/or gender identities, and all candidates contributing to the community’s diversity. Visit for more information.
Candidate Brief
The Division of Rheumatology, affiliated with Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine, Nova Scotia Health, and IWK Hospital, provides care, education, and research for patients with rheumatic diseases across the Atlantic provinces. The annual patient assessments exceed 13,000, offering a diverse patient mix in a large catchment area. The Department of Medicine, with its 15 clinical and academic divisions, plays a major leadership role at the provincial and regional levels in clinical care, research, and education. The QEII Health Sciences Centre, the largest health sciences centre in Atlantic Canada, serves as the hub for advanced clinical care, research, and healthcare professional training. Halifax ( ) with its unique blend of history and modernity, offers an ideal setting for this opportunity. See for yourself in this video: .
Expected salary
Location
Halifax, NS
Job date
Sun, 18 Feb 2024 06:44:31 GMT
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