Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream - Medical Genomics

The Department of Molecular Genetics in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto invites applications for a teaching-stream appointment in the area of Medical Genomics. The successful candidate will serve as the inaugural Director of our Professional Master’s in Medical Genomics, and will have a key role in genetics and genomics education in the Department. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, and will commence on July 1, 2017.

Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent in Human Genetics, Genomic Medicine, Molecular Genetics, Genetics, or a closely related field by the time of appointment. An established record of excellence in research is required, as demonstrated by publications in leading journals, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsement by referees of high international standing. The successful candidate must have expertise with genomics methodologies, human genetics, statistics, and communication of genetic information. Candidates must also have a deep understanding of the impact of genomics on medical practice. Postdoctoral experience would be an asset, as would experience in the private sector and experience with project management and building partnerships. The successful candidate must have experience with course and curriculum development, and must demonstrate teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as experience and demonstrated commitment to excellent pedagogical practices. This evidence can include performance as a course instructor or teaching assistant, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or excellent conference presentations or posters, as well as the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application.

The Department of Molecular Genetics (http://www.moleculargenetics.utoronto.ca/#our-research-focus) holds a leadership position in Canada and internationally as a premier venue for biomedical and genomics research and education. We are an engaged and collaborative community with over 100 faculty members that fosters exceptional innovation and discovery. Our faculty, fellows, and students are highly acclaimed for pioneering phenomenal advances in some of the most exciting areas of modern science with a profound impact on human health. The University of Toronto has one of the most concentrated biomedical research communities in the world, including 10 academic hospitals/research institutes that are all fully affiliated with the University. This community attracts greater than $800M in annual research investment.

The successful candidate will be expected to have a key role in genetics and genomics education in Molecular Genetics, and to serve as Director of our new MHSc in Medical Genomics. This new program will provide medical trainees, research scientists, and laboratory professionals with the theory and practical knowledge necessary to incorporate genomics data into medical practice. This new program will consist of a core set of lecture, discussion, and project-based courses across a two-year program duration. In addition to lecture-based learning, students will participate in a capstone practicum during the final academic term of the program with a focus on patient interaction and laboratory data generation. The candidate will have a leadership role in student recruitment and admissions, teaching courses and recruitment of other faculty to participate in teaching, development of online course modules, applying for educational grants, networking to establish research positions in the final term, and finding routes to employment for graduates.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicants should submit a single PDF that includes (in order): 1) a one-page summary that includes education/training history, citations of the applicant’s most important publications (up to five), and a 350-word abstract of their teaching philosophy; 2) a cover letter; 3) a curriculum vitae; 4) a teaching dossier comprised of a teaching philosophy statement, sample course materials, course evaluations, and other evidence of teaching excellence. Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply . Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly by the referee (on letterhead, signed and scanned) to Dr. Leah Cowen at mogen.chair@utoronto.ca . Inquiries should be sent to mogen.chair@utoronto.ca.

Deadline for applications (including reference letters): April 18th, 2017.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.

Please apply online at: https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1700340