Metabolic Geneticist

Position Details Position Information Position Title Metabolic Geneticist Posting Number F642P Type of position Continuing Appointment with Annual Academic Career Development Department/Unit Pediatrics Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada About the opportunity Clinical Faculty Position, Medical GeneticsDalhousie University & IWK HealthHalifax Nova Scotia, Canada
The Division of Medical Genetics, in the Department of Pediatrics at Dalhousie University and IWK Health invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) academic position as a Metabolic Geneticist at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level.. This individual will join a team of 6 Medical Geneticists, 16 Genetic Counsellors, 3 Metabolic Nurses and a 2 Metabolic Dieticians. The physician will primarily work with the metabolic team and provide clinical service to patients with inborn errors of metabolism. The ability to provide on-call services to a variety of patients in Medical Genetics is an asset. The academic physician will provide clinical service and participate in teaching and/or research in an academic environment.

The Division of Medical Genetics, in the Department of Pediatrics, is located in the IWK Hospital, in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We provide genetic consultation and care to the Maritime Provinces with a population of almost 2 million people. We deliver comprehensive coverage of Cancer, Prenatal, Pediatric, Adult and Metabolic genetics. We have the strong support of Molecular Genetics, Cytogenetics, and Metabolic laboratory services, all on site. We have strong collaborations with Pediatrics, Neonatology, Maternal Fetal Medicine, and with Adult and Pediatric Cardiology, Oncology, Ophthalmology and Neurology services. We provide Medical Genetics teaching to students in undergraduate biology, medical school at all levels, and to medical residents and fellows from a variety of specialties. We have an organized research team with close collaborations with Dalhousie PhD scientists and clinicians in other disciplines performing human genetics research. Genetics research is a priority at Dalhousie University, receiving Wave 1 status from the Faculty of Medicine.

Academic qualifications include an MD (or equivalent) from an accredited university with certification in Medical Genetics (FRCPC, FCCMG) or equivalent and substantial work experience in Metabolics, or certification in another specialty with a CCMG Biochemical Genetics Fellowship or equivalent. Priority will be given to those with certification in Medical Genetics and also have a CCMG Biochemical Genetics Fellowship. Eligibility for licensure in Nova Scotia is essential. Compensation and academic appointment is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Interested applicants must submit a current CV and a statement outlining their academic, teaching and research interests. Candidates must also provide the names and contact information for three referees (two of which must be academic).
Applications will be accepted until September 6, 2024

Applications are to be submitted online by clicking "Apply for this Job" above.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit .

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here. Posting Detail Information Open Date Close Date 09/06/2024 Open Until Filled No Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents

1. Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Cover Letter
3. Teaching Statement
4. Research Statement
5. List of referees

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