Women's Heart Health Clinical Research Chair in Cardiology

Job Description
The Department of Internal Medicine, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba and the St. Boniface Hospital are seeking a clinician-scientist (MD or MD/PhD) to fill the above "Heart & Stroke, St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, and Research Manitoba Chair in Women's Clinical Heart Health Research." The Chair is designed to provide salary and/or operating funds to pursue independent research in the study of Women Heart Health, which is a priority of the Department of Internal Medicine and the Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences at St. Boniface Hospital. Major areas of research include: i) Population health, outcomes research, and health policy; ii) Translational research and identifying novel diagnostics or therapeutic targets; and iii) Fundamental studies in basic cardiovascular biology in health and disease including bioinformatic approaches.

Candidates must have a strong track record in cardiovascular research in the study of Women's Heart Health appropriate to their career stage, as reflected by publications in high impact journals and peer-reviewed salary or operating funding from national granting agencies. They must have teaching experience and a strong record of mentoring trainees. They are expected to foster the training of clinicians and scientists and to promote and strengthen research interactions with other clinical and basic researchers within and outside the Department of Medicine.

This is a contingent position at the Assistant, Associate or Professor rank commencing July 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, for a term of five years. Salary and rank will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. Cross appointment to a basic science and/or clinical science department is possible, and some restricted clinical activity to ensure a clinical profile is desirable, but a minimum of 50% time devoted to research will be expected. This position is open to both internal and external candidates.

A successful MD or MD/PhD applicant must have Specialty qualifications in Adult Cardiology in the country of current practice and must be eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba. Certification in Adult Cardiology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada is preferred.

There are presently 40 full-time academic cardiologists within the Section of Cardiology with major clinical and investigative responsibilities in interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, echocardiography, cardiac computed tomography and magnetic resonance, nuclear cardiology, cardiac rehabilitation, palliative care, and heart failure and cardiac transplantation.

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The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is committed to the social justice principles of equity, access & participation and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, Black, racially marginalized communities, disabled persons and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

An inclusive, open and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures including implicit bias training for all hiring panels. We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels, short-list of candidates, interviews). The University acknowledges the potential impact that Career Interruptions and Personal Circumstances can have on an applicant's record of research achievement. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process. We encourage you to self-identity aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently under-represented viewpoints, expertise and forms of excellence to this role.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provision of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.

The position will remain open until filled. Confidential applications should include:

• Cover letter that concisely outlines suitability for the role, highlighting relevant background and expertise that align with the position's objectives.
• Curriculum vitae (including examples of significant research contributions).
• Research plan (3-page maximum) outlining an independent, innovative research program, and its potential to attract funding and contribute to student training.
• Teaching statement (1 page) that documents the applicant's experience in and/or approach to training and mentoring diverse students and the candidate's teaching philosophy.
• Personal statement including your positionality, demonstrated commitment and approach to issues pertaining to anti-racism and social justice (including principles of equity, access and participation) in the following areas: teaching, research and service.
• The names and contact information of three referees; referees will only be contacted after written permission from the candidate.

CLOSING DATE: March 1, 2026 or open until filled