Dalhousie University Department of Surgery (IWK Department of Surgery and the Division of Orthopedic
IWK Health Centre
Application
Details
Posted: 16-Dec-24
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Physicians/Surgeons
Physicians: Pediatric Orthopaedic Spine
Sector:
Hospital, Public and Private
Required Education:
MD
Internal Number: 125800
Position: Division Head for the Division of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
The Department of Surgery, Dalhousie University and IWK Health, are seeking a Full-Time, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to serve as Division Head, joining four other full-time surgeons in the division. The successful candidate will join an active clinical and academic team at IWK Health and the Division of Orthopedic Surgery within Dalhousie University and Nova Scotia Health. All qualified Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities. Expertise in pediatric spine surgery is desirable.
The IWK is the sole perinatal and tertiary care pediatric hospital for the Maritime Provinces, serving a population of approximately 2.5 million people. It hosts the only pediatric orthopedic surgical program in the Maritimes. This position offers an opportunity to pursue an academic career, with opportunities for funding in both clinical and basic science research, with strong research partnerships available.
Halifax, the largest city in Atlantic Canada, offers an attractive maritime environment and an enviable lifestyle. Many desirable living areas are within walking distance or a few minutes’ drive from Dalhousie University and the IWK Health Centre with an opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of leisure time activities. The Department of Surgery at Dalhousie University has a progressive Academic Funding Plan to facilitate remuneration of academic surgeons for clinical, academic, educational, and administrative activities.
Academic requirements include an MD degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university and completion of recognized specialty training in Orthopaedic Surgery with certification by the Royal College or equivalent, and a recognized fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery ideally including Pediatric Spine Surgery. Eligibility for medical licensure in the Province of Nova Scotia is also essential.
All qualified candidates, at any stage in their career, are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The Department of Surgery commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The Department encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.
Interested applicants should submit a current CV as well as a statement outlining their academic interests. During the formal application process, three letters of reference are required. At least two of these references must come from academic referees. Closing date is January 12, 2025.
