Position Details

Posting #: 33705
Department: Medical Affairs
Employee Type: Temporary, Full Time
If Temporary, Number of Weeks:
Union: Non-Union
Openings Remaining: 1
Reason for Posting: This position is for an existing vacancy.

Schedule

Work Days: Monday to Sunday, Holidays
Time of Day: Days, Afternoons, Evenings, Nights
Shift: Various Rotating
Shift Start: Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Application Dates

Opening Date: 27/02/2026
Closing Date: 25/03/2026 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

Academic Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario invites applications for two full-time academic Obstetricians/Gynecologists in the Special Appointment category: both positions are full-time (1.0 FTE) positions for a period of 3 years (renewable). The successful candidates will join the staff at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton. The position start dates will be in 2026 and can be negotiated with the successful candidates.

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH)
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an internationally recognized academic health sciences centre leading in clinical integrative care, education and research. Through collaboration and innovation, the Department of Education and Learning fosters a dynamic learning culture committed to high-quality educational initiatives. The Centre for Learning, Education and Simulation (CELS) welcomes new members and provides a framework and support for innovative educational and simulation initiatives. The Research Institute at SJHH supports our research program and Innovation work is supported by our Chief Innovation Officer. Our dedicated Quality and Patient Safety Committee supports comprehensive reviews using a just culture lens and in collaboration with the Research Institute supports Quality Initiatives and Research. SJHH is committed to advancing Women’s Health Care for our patients and families.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology are a diverse group of 13 OBGYN faculty, including academic generalists, and specialists in perinatal substance use disorder, advanced gynecologic surgery, robotic surgery, colposcopy, dedicated OB and GYN ultrasound including advanced pelvic scanning, and low and medium risk obstetrics. We are growing our thriving mature women’s health program to better serve our perimenopausal and menopausal population in addition to cancer survivors, women with primary ovarian insufficiency and familial cancer.

Both positions are full-time faculty positions in the Special Appointment category, for a period of three years (renewable). Applicants should be certified (or eligible for certification) by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the Province of Ontario. Academic rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The successful candidates will have training and experience in obstetrics and gynecology. Special consideration will be given to candidates with additional postgraduate training beyond a residency program, such as fellowship, master’s or other advanced degree, and to candidates with a focus in mature women’s heath, vulva, simulation education and/or quality improvement.

The successful candidates are expected to have experience and commitment to teaching all levels of
learners, including medical students, residents, and clinical fellows, and will provide leadership and training
to future physicians. Research is supported collaboratively through the McMaster Department of OBGYN
and the Research Institute at SJHH. The candidates will be expected to fully participate in all appropriate
departmental and divisional administrative and educational activities.

How to apply:
Interested applicants should apply through the McMaster Career Opportunities page, submitting:

• A copy of their curriculum vitae
• A letter of intent which includes a brief statement on education/teaching, a statement of

research interests. Applicants are invited to describe the impact that any career interruptions
may have had on research, academic, and/or clinical scholarly productivity, if applicable.

• A brief statement describing any contributions made or planned in relation to advancing

equity, diversity and inclusion or inclusive excellence in teaching, research or service within
higher education, community-based or other profession settings (2-page maximum).

• In addition, please provide the names of three professional referees. Note: letters of

reference are not required and will not be reviewed at the application stage; the Department
will request letters of recommendation from referees at later stages of the search process.

Your letter of interest should be addressed to:
Dr. Jon F.R. Barrett, Chair
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
McMaster University, Faculty of Health Sciences,
HSC-2F39 1280 Main Street West
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada L8S 4K1

All documents are to be submitted online, and applications will only be accepted through the
McMaster University Career Opportunities webpage. Applications will be accepted until March 25,
2026. Consideration of candidates will begin after the above noted date and will continue until the
positions are filled.

Pay Transparency Statement
Compensation for Clinical Faculty is derived from multiple sources and varies based on clinical activity,
specialty, and practice arrangements. Compensation may include a combination of university-based salary,
stipends, hospital or partner organization funding, and earnings through clinical practice plans.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will
be considered first for these positions. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements,
the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of
Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship;
however, all applicants must include one of the following statements: Yes, I am a citizen or permanent
resident of Canada or No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement:
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations
and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. The diversity of our
workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching
excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose,

McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration, and diversity, and has a strong
commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will
contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from
indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with
disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity
Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary
self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face
barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional
information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human
Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 22247 or the Faculty of Health Sciences Human Resources
office at ext. 22207 to communicate accommodation needs.

If you require any form of accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection procedure, please
contact the Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247).

Vaccination Mandate - FHS
This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in
place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures
necessary as part of their appointment.

AI Statement
McMaster and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the
hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment platform does not use AI nor is it part of our current
recommended recruitment process.

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values*.*

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process (recruit@stjoes.ca).