| POSITION TITLE |
The Wolf Lebovic & Harry Lebovic Chair in Emergency Medicine Addiction and Mental Health |
| DEPARTMENT |
The Schwartz/Reisman Emergency Medicine Institute, Sinai Health |
| EMPLOYMENT TYPE |
TBD |
| HOURS OF WORK |
TBD |
| EMPLOYEE GROUP |
Non Union |
| REPORTS TO |
Academic and Medical Affairs |
Position Description
The Schwartz/Reisman Emergency Medicine Institute (SREMI), housed within Sinai Health, a fully affiliated University of Toronto (U of T) health science center, is seeking applicants for the inaugural Wolf Lebovic and Harry Lebovic Chair in Emergency Medicine Addiction and Mental Health.
The successful candidate must be eligible for a full-time clinical (MD) appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor within the University of Toronto Temerty Faculty of Medicine. The term of the Chair position is 5 years with the opportunity for one 5-year renewal following a successful review. Applications will be accepted until June 8, 2026 or until filled. The anticipated start is September 1, 2026.
Description of Chair Activities:
The successful candidate will support the continued development and expansion of collaborative, comprehensive strategies for improving clinical care through the advancement of research and education for the treatment of addiction and mental health conditions in the context of emergency medicine. It is expected that Sinai Health will help establish the benchmarks for best practice and demonstrate improvement in outcomes for these patients. The Chair will also be responsible for developing and overseeing a program of training and research for learners from across Canada and internationally.
Qualifications
Qualified physicians with experience conducting research and developing innovative models of care in the emergency department (ED) setting are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to emergency physicians with relevant formal graduate training (MSc or PhD) and an established program of research or education scholarship. The successful candidate must be eligible for licensure by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). The successful applicant should have leadership experience and an established track record of achievement in the collaborative ED treatment of substance use and mental health conditions research, education and creative professional activity. The successful candidate should be recognized as a national or international expert in their field, and will be expected to develop a successful academic strategic plan and project funding strategy for ED based addiction and mental health research. Academic excellence will be assessed by review of applicants’ peer-reviewed publications, research grants, invitations to and presentations at significant conferences and events, awards and accolades.
The Chair holder's remuneration will be commensurate with their qualification and experience. Compensation will be derived primarily through the applicable clinical practive plan, in accordance with departmental and institutional policies.
The position includes protected time for research and academic activities (approximately 0.3 FTE), supported through the Chair, along with dedicated programmatic support to establish and grow research and training activities.
The Chair will be based at Mount Sinai Hospital. If the Chair holder is an emergency physician, they will be expected to join the ED academic practice plan and will be entitled to additional support aligned with their academic and clinical contributions. Applicants from other relevant disciplines (e.g., Addiction Medicine, Psychiatry) will likewise be expected to hold appointments within their respective departments and participate in applicable practice plans and organizational structures, with support commensurates with their roles and responsibilities.
Application Instructions
Applications will be accepted until June 8, 2026 or until the position is filled.
Interested individuals should submit:
- A cover letter describing their relevant experience and reason for interest in this role
- A complete curriculum vitae
- The names and contact information of three references
Applications should be submitted via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/184077. E-mailed applications will not be accepted.
Applicants needing additional information can contact Dr. Lesley Wiesenfeld, EVP, Academic and Medical Affairs; e-mail: medical.affairs@sinaihealth.ca
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Employment at Sinai Health 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. 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.
Sinai Health is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care. We deliver excellent care in hospital, community and home, focusing on the comprehensive needs of people. Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions and educates future clinical and scientific leaders. Clinical areas of specialization include rehabilitation and complex continuing care, surgery and oncology, urgent and critical care, and women’s and infants’ health. The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute ranks among the top ten biomedical research institutes in the world. Sinai Health is a full affiliate of the University of Toronto.
As an equal opportunity employer who understands that diversity enriches our community and culture, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, disabled people/people with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation(s) due to disability at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact Klaudia Dudas at kdudas@lunenfeld.ca.
We recognize 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 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.
All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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 our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.
| Posting open until June 8, 2026. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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