Clinician Investigator - Division of Paediatric Medicine
Top Benefits
About the role
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World .
Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.
Effective January 1, 2026, a full-time permanent faculty position for a Clinician Investigator in the Division of Paediatric Medicine, Department of Paediatrics is available at the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), Toronto, ON. SickKids is an academic health sciences centre dedicated to the care of children; affiliated with the University of Toronto.
The Division of Paediatric Medicine has a long tradition of excellence in clinical care, education and innovative research. Areas of clinical focus within Paediatric Medicine include general paediatric hospital medicine including the care of children with medical complexity, child maltreatment paediatrics and paediatric palliative care. Divisional fellowship programs encompass academic general paediatrics, paediatric hospital medicine, complex care, palliative care, community paediatrics and child maltreatment paediatrics, with graduating fellows finding academic positions across North America and around the world. Paediatric Medicine fosters an environment for independent and collaborative research within the SickKids RI and throughout the University of Toronto.
The successful candidate for this full-time permanent position should be fully trained in Paediatric Medicine with specialty certification in Paediatrics. Clinical responsibilities include attending physician on general pediatric hospital medicine inpatient services and attending physician for an outpatient general pediatric consultation clinic. The successful candidate will also be required to actively participate in Divisional QI/patient safety activities, clinical teaching and supervision/mentorship of trainees. In addition, attendance at grand rounds, monthly Division business meetings and monthly ward chiefs' meetings is required.
In addition, to clinical expertise, the successful candidate is expected to lead and participate in the research activities of the Division and integrate with the Research Institute. The candidate must have research training and experience (master's or PhD level), and be prepared to establish an independent research program, with the support, mentorship and supervision of the SickKids Research Institute. Areas of methodologic foci may involve expertise in data science, health informatics, interventional trials and/or other research approaches with applicability to paediatric medicine.
The successful candidate will be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. Rank and salary ($275,543 to $318,823) per annum will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. In addition, the successful candidate will be eligible for an associate scientist or associate scientist track appointment in the Research Institute.
The successful candidate will be eligible for a benefits package which includes medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, group insurance, pension plan, vision care, academic allowance and a relocation package
All candidates must be able to function proficiently in English, hold an MD, MBBS or the equivalent thereto and be certified or eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or have comparable qualifications. Candidates must hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
The Division of Paediatric Medicine has a long tradition of excellence in clinical care, education and innovative research. Areas of clinical focus within Paediatric Medicine include general paediatric hospital medicine including the care of children with medical complexity, child maltreatment paediatrics and paediatric palliative care. Divisional fellowship programs encompass academic general paediatrics, paediatric hospital medicine, complex care, palliative care, community paediatrics and child maltreatment paediatrics, with graduating fellows finding academic positions across North America and around the world. Paediatric Medicine fosters an environment for independent and collaborative research within the SickKids RI and throughout the University of Toronto.
Interested individuals should submit their letter of intent, curriculum vitae, five year research plan, and the names of three references to Dr. Michelle Shouldice, Head, Division of Paediatric Medicine, University of Toronto, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8, Telephone (416) 813-6933, Email: michelle.shouldice@sickkids.ca. Visit our website at www.sickkids.ca or for additional information regarding the Department of Paediatrics and see www.paeds.utoronto.ca
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.
If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Technical difficulties? Email ask.hr@sickkids.ca with a short description of the issues you are experiencing. We will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.
Tip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.
About The Hospital for Sick Children
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is recognized as one of the world’s foremost paediatric health-care institutions and is Canada’s leading centre dedicated to advancing children’s health through the integration of patient care, research and education. Founded in 1875 and affiliated with the University of Toronto, SickKids is one of Canada’s most research-intensive hospitals and has generated discoveries that have helped children globally.
Its mission is to provide the best in complex and specialized family-centred care; pioneer scientific and clinical advancements; share expertise; foster an academic environment that nurtures health-care professionals; and champion an accessible, comprehensive and sustainable child health system.
SickKids is a founding member of Kids Health Alliance, a network of partners working to create a high quality, consistent and coordinated approach to paediatric health care that is centred around children, youth and their families.
SickKids is proud of its vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.™
Clinician Investigator - Division of Paediatric Medicine
Top Benefits
About the role
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World .
Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.
Effective January 1, 2026, a full-time permanent faculty position for a Clinician Investigator in the Division of Paediatric Medicine, Department of Paediatrics is available at the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), Toronto, ON. SickKids is an academic health sciences centre dedicated to the care of children; affiliated with the University of Toronto.
The Division of Paediatric Medicine has a long tradition of excellence in clinical care, education and innovative research. Areas of clinical focus within Paediatric Medicine include general paediatric hospital medicine including the care of children with medical complexity, child maltreatment paediatrics and paediatric palliative care. Divisional fellowship programs encompass academic general paediatrics, paediatric hospital medicine, complex care, palliative care, community paediatrics and child maltreatment paediatrics, with graduating fellows finding academic positions across North America and around the world. Paediatric Medicine fosters an environment for independent and collaborative research within the SickKids RI and throughout the University of Toronto.
The successful candidate for this full-time permanent position should be fully trained in Paediatric Medicine with specialty certification in Paediatrics. Clinical responsibilities include attending physician on general pediatric hospital medicine inpatient services and attending physician for an outpatient general pediatric consultation clinic. The successful candidate will also be required to actively participate in Divisional QI/patient safety activities, clinical teaching and supervision/mentorship of trainees. In addition, attendance at grand rounds, monthly Division business meetings and monthly ward chiefs' meetings is required.
In addition, to clinical expertise, the successful candidate is expected to lead and participate in the research activities of the Division and integrate with the Research Institute. The candidate must have research training and experience (master's or PhD level), and be prepared to establish an independent research program, with the support, mentorship and supervision of the SickKids Research Institute. Areas of methodologic foci may involve expertise in data science, health informatics, interventional trials and/or other research approaches with applicability to paediatric medicine.
The successful candidate will be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. Rank and salary ($275,543 to $318,823) per annum will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. In addition, the successful candidate will be eligible for an associate scientist or associate scientist track appointment in the Research Institute.
The successful candidate will be eligible for a benefits package which includes medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, group insurance, pension plan, vision care, academic allowance and a relocation package
All candidates must be able to function proficiently in English, hold an MD, MBBS or the equivalent thereto and be certified or eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or have comparable qualifications. Candidates must hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
The Division of Paediatric Medicine has a long tradition of excellence in clinical care, education and innovative research. Areas of clinical focus within Paediatric Medicine include general paediatric hospital medicine including the care of children with medical complexity, child maltreatment paediatrics and paediatric palliative care. Divisional fellowship programs encompass academic general paediatrics, paediatric hospital medicine, complex care, palliative care, community paediatrics and child maltreatment paediatrics, with graduating fellows finding academic positions across North America and around the world. Paediatric Medicine fosters an environment for independent and collaborative research within the SickKids RI and throughout the University of Toronto.
Interested individuals should submit their letter of intent, curriculum vitae, five year research plan, and the names of three references to Dr. Michelle Shouldice, Head, Division of Paediatric Medicine, University of Toronto, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8, Telephone (416) 813-6933, Email: michelle.shouldice@sickkids.ca. Visit our website at www.sickkids.ca or for additional information regarding the Department of Paediatrics and see www.paeds.utoronto.ca
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.
If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Technical difficulties? Email ask.hr@sickkids.ca with a short description of the issues you are experiencing. We will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.
Tip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.
About The Hospital for Sick Children
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is recognized as one of the world’s foremost paediatric health-care institutions and is Canada’s leading centre dedicated to advancing children’s health through the integration of patient care, research and education. Founded in 1875 and affiliated with the University of Toronto, SickKids is one of Canada’s most research-intensive hospitals and has generated discoveries that have helped children globally.
Its mission is to provide the best in complex and specialized family-centred care; pioneer scientific and clinical advancements; share expertise; foster an academic environment that nurtures health-care professionals; and champion an accessible, comprehensive and sustainable child health system.
SickKids is a founding member of Kids Health Alliance, a network of partners working to create a high quality, consistent and coordinated approach to paediatric health care that is centred around children, youth and their families.
SickKids is proud of its vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.™