PHYSICIAN, SECTION OF NEUROLOGY

PHYSICIAN, SECTION OF NEUROLOGY

The Department of Internal Medicine

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

University of Manitoba

Position number: 27978

MSAS number: 2636

Position start date: October 1, 2019

Closing date: Open Until Filled

The Department of Internal Medicine, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, and Shared Health Manitoba invite applications for a full-time physician in the Section of Neurology.  The section is one of 17 in the Department of Internal Medicine, providing patient care, undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing education, and research. 

This is an academic position within the Section of Neurology, one that has substantial resources within the health system, primarily at two academic health centres and one community-based hospital.  The 28 faculty members form a section that includes a highly productive and internationally renowned Multiple Sclerosis research group and a strong residency training program.  A new 28-bed acute stroke unit has been announced, to be opened in late 2020, and urgent recruitment of neurologists will be required. 

The successful candidate will be an academic neurologist, with preference given to those demonstrating strong neurological research interests.

This is a geographic full-time, contingent position commencing October 1, 2019 or as soon thereafter as possible, for a term of five years, renewable upon favourable review.  Salary and rank will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Candidates must have senior specialty qualifications in Neurology in the country of current practice and must be eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba. Certification in Neurology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada is preferred.

The University of Manitoba is a major research university located in the city of Winnipeg. Winnipeg is the largest city in the Province of Manitoba and one of the most culturally diverse cities anywhere. More than 100 languages are represented, and Winnipeg is well known for its cultural achievements and flourishing arts scene. The city is home to the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, symphony, opera, theatre, and ethnic festivals. Besides supporting professional hockey, football, and baseball teams, the region provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation in all seasons. The Winnipeg housing market is one of the most favourable in Canada.

The University of Manitoba is a major research university located in the city of Winnipeg.  Winnipeg is the largest city in the Province of Manitoba and one of the most culturally diverse cities anywhere.  More than 100 languages are represented, and Winnipeg is well known for its cultural achievements and flourishing arts scene.  The city is home to the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, symphony, opera, theatre, and ethnic festivals.  Besides supporting professional hockey, football, and baseball teams, the region provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation in all seasons.  The Winnipeg housing market is one of the most favourable in Canada.

The University of Manitoba is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact U of M’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Facilitator, Valerie Williams at Valerie.Williams@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-8371. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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” (Manitoba).  Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.

Interested applicants should submit curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and the names of three references to:

Chair, Neurology Search Committee

Department of Internal Medicine

Room GC425, Health Sciences Centre

820 Sherbrook Street

Winnipeg, MB Canada  R3A 1R9

intmedrecruitment@umanitoba.ca