| POSITION TITLE |
Translational Research Scientist |
| DEPARTMENT |
Department of Medicine, IBD Center, Sinai Health (Mount Sinai Hospital), LTRI |
| EMPLOYMENT TYPE |
Regular Full Time |
| HOURS OF WORK |
37.5 hours per week |
| EMPLOYEE GROUP |
Non Union |
| REPORTS TO |
Deputy Director - Clinical Research |
Position Description
Talented PhD scientists with relevant postdoctoral experience are invited to apply for an independent research scientist position focused on microbiology, microbiota, and diet related to the biology of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). The appointment as a translational research scientist is an initial fixed term of 5 years.
We seek applicants who will develop an innovative, outstanding and independent program combining clinical and translational platforms in Nutrition, Microbiology and Immunology focused on IBD. The ideal candidate will demonstrate their ability to conduct research effectively in collaboration with clinicians who manage IBD patients and clinician scientists involved in IBD research, as well as with scientists with other relevant skills. The focus is on studies of the interplay between diet, intestinal microbiota, and gut inflammation as they help define the pathogenesis of IBD and develop intervention strategies for the treatment or prevention of disease.
The successful candidate will join the IBD Center at Mount Sinai Hospital, as part of the Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine. We are a major regional referral destination for all aspects of IBD care, with over 3000 patient visits per year. The IBD center encompasses multidisciplinary expertise in Gastroenterology and Colorectal surgery. Mount Sinai Hospital is part of Sinai Health, a fully-affiliated teaching hospital with the University of Toronto and is associated with the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, an institute of international recognition in research.
The successful applicant will be appointed to the Department of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital and must be eligible for a Status-Only faculty appointment in the Department of Nutritional Sciences, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, at the rank of Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto. The candidate will be expected to secure an appointment at the school of graduate studies. The successful candidate will also be provided with a Translational Clinical Scientist status at the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute.
Qualifications
The successful candidate should hold a relevant PhD and have demonstrated a productive post-doctoral career defined by their record of relevant peer-reviewed publications and evidence of external funding. Preference will be given to applicants with previous experience in microbiology and nutrition.
The applicant should have extensive experience in applying next-generation sequencing for the analysis of microbiome composition and function and should show evidence of advanced statistical analysis of multi-omic complex data sets.
The applicant shall also have demonstrated experience in working with mouse models of colitis. Their experience in developing and fostering a multidisciplinary team of scientists and their experience in supervising advanced clinical and PhD trainees will be essential.
Applications are strongly encouraged from individuals with a vision for transition to their first faculty appointment.
Application Instructions
Applications should include:
1. One-page structured summary that includes:
· Brief education/training history
· Summary of most important research contributions (up to five)
· Abstract of the research plan
2. Cover letter
3. Curriculum vitae
4. Research statement highlighting the proposed research program (not exceeding 3 pages, including figures)
5. Three reference letters
Applications should be submitted via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/149348 prior to August 4, 2024
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
HOSPITAL DIVERSITY STATEMENT
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented communities. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. If you are passionate about clinical or discovery research and infectious disease and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, please apply today.
Sinai Health System recognizes that scholars have varying career paths and that career interruptions due to personal circumstances can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged to explain any personal circumstances in order to allow for a fair assessment of their application. Search committee members have been instructed to give careful consideration to, and be sensitive to the impact of, career interruptions in their assessments.
Sinai Health System is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, and members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
COLLECTION OF EQUITY DATA
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey directly on the Interfolio site. This form is voluntary and any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by the search committee. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes as part of Sinai Health System’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion initiative.
OTHER INFORMATION RELEVANT TO THE POSITION
In accordance with Institute’s policy and legislated health and safety requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases.
Sinai Health System is a scent-sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrier-free workplace supported by the Institute’s accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department via email at kdudas@lunenfeld.ca. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
In accordance with Institute’s policy and legislated health and safety requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures, and training. Successful candidates will be required to provide two (2) written reference letters from their former employer(s)/supervisor(s).
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our people and patients, Sinai Health has made it a priority to support everyone in getting vaccinated against COVID-19. Consistent with this, our Staff Immunization & Surveillance Policy was recently updated to include the requirement for full vaccination – currently defined as receiving two doses and serving a 14-day waiting period following the second dose – in order to be able to work at Sinai Health. To be compliant with our updated Policy, you are encouraged to provide proof of dual COVID-19 vaccination, as indicated on the Prospective Immunization and Surveillance Policy Information Sheet, in order to be eligible for employment at Sinai Health. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.
We are a fully committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, women and any others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Sinai Health community. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under our Access for People with Disabilities policy. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance.
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is a scent sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrier-free workplace supported by the Institute’s accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department.
| Posting open until August 4, 2024. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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