Lecturer/ Assistant Professor

Date Posted: 11/17/2025Closing Date: 12/23/2025, 11:59PM ETReq ID: 36253Job Category: Faculty - ClinicalFaculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of MedicineDepartment: Dept of MedicineHospital Affiliation: Sunnybrook Health Science CentreCampus: St. George (Downtown Toronto) Overview The Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, in conjunction with the Department of Medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, is seeking a full-time Academic neurologist fulfilling the academic position description of Clinician Investigator. The candidate should be eligible for an appointment at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto. Advanced training and evidence of scholarship is a requirement for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. Expected start date is July 1, 2026. Sunnybrook is a leader, and has a respected international reputation in neurology. The MRI guided focused ultrasound program in the Harquail neuromodulation program is of particular impact. We are looking for a collegial candidate committed to collaborating with this high performing team, and aspiring to advance activities further. Research training is necessary to facilitate a research agenda in movement disorders in collaboration with the team. We are seeking a physician who has advanced training in movement disorders that can provide consultation and support to identify patients appropriate for various movement disorders procedures, evaluate clinical effects of these interventions and support general movement disorders in our hospital and outpatient system. Responsibilities Expertise in neuromodulation techniques is a focus of this position. The successful candidate should have experience with movement disorder surgery, including, but not limited to, deep brain stimulation, ablative, and other neuromodulation approaches. Pre-operative assessment of surgical movement disorder patients, including diagnosis and management of refractory tremor and Parkinson’s disease, assessment for surgical candidacy and post-operative follow-up for medical and surgical optimization. Experience with deep brain stimulation device programming, including with the latest devices as well as interest/experience in motor cortex stimulation. Experience with MRI guided focused ultrasound, including comprehensive pre-, peri- and post-operative assessments. Cover shared general neurology call, inpatient consultation services, as well as manage related outpatient clinical work. Devote approximately 50% of time to scholarly activities in movement disorders research, spend 30-50% time to patient care including quality improvement initiatives in the division, and approximately 10% teaching/administration duties. Qualifications MD degree; have or be eligible for certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Neurology; and have or be eligible for licensure to practice from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Training should include a movement disorders fellowship, preferably in a high-volume surgical referral site. Advanced training post-residency in a defined area relevant to the proposed position. Strong research record and evidence of scholarship to support appointment at Assistant Professor rank. Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in academic and scholarly work. Benefits Estimated remuneration will be between the range of $200,000 - 400,000 per year (fee for service, with some salary support), commensurate with academic rank, qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will be eligible for membership in the Sunnybrook Department of Medicine Association through which clinical billings and benefits will be administered. The candidate will be able to participate in the department’s group medical, dental and life insurance benefit plans. Application Instructions Applications will be accepted until December 23, 2025, or until the position is successfully filled. Should you be interested in this opportunity, please forward: (i) a letter of interest, that includes a statement on how you have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in your academic and scholarly work, (ii) your curriculum vitae and (iii) names and contact information of three (3) referees to: Dr. Brian MurrayHead, Division of NeurologyDepartment of Medicine,Sunnybrook Health Sciences CentreRoom A402, 2075 Bayview Avenue,Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4N 3M5Or by e‑mail: Additional Statements All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. 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