The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute of Sinai Health System, a University of Toronto affiliated biomedical research centre, is recruiting up to three emerging leaders in the areas of Molecular, Cell and Systems Biology; Data Science and Health Research; and Developmental Epigenetics. The initial appointments are for full time Principal Investigators (rank equivalent to Assistant Professor). Specific details about the scientific interests the Institute is seeking in these positions can be found at the Interfolio website.
Successful candidates will join the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute whose faculty members are internationally renowned for their work in multiple research areas. With its numerous discoveries in basic and applied research in cancer, developmental biology, stem cell biology, diabetes, genetic disorders and women’s and infants’ health, the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is committed to excellence in health research and the training of young investigators. The Institute provides a research-intensive environment with modern and innovative core facilities that include robotics, proteomics and imaging that drive technology development. Sinai Health System is also the home of The Centre for Phenogenomics, a state-of-the-art national facility for mouse models.
Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute labs engage in productive collaborations within the Institute, Sinai Health System, the larger University of Toronto community, and beyond. The University of Toronto has one of the most concentrated biomedical research communities in the world, including 9 academic hospital research institutes that are fully affiliated with the University.
APPOINTMENT DETAILS
Investigators at the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute are appointed to independent positions equivalent to Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, depending on experience; preference for this opportunity will be given to individuals qualifying at the level of Assistant Professor. Investigators will be cross-appointed to an appropriate research or clinical department at the University of Toronto.
An appropriately qualified individual may also be nominated for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair. Nominees should be within ten years of receiving their PhD. Applicants who are more than 10 years from having earned their highest degree (and where career breaks exist, such as maternity, parental or extended sick leave, clinical training, etc.) may have their eligibility for a Tier 2 chair assessed through the program’s Tier 2 justification process. For further information on these federally endowed chairs, open to all nationalities, including eligibility criteria, please consult the Canada Research Chairs website. For questions about the CRC nomination process at the University of Toronto and affiliated hospitals, contact Judith Chadwick, Assistant Vice-President, Research Services - crc@utoronto.ca.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Successful candidates will hold a PhD and/or MD degree, with postdoctoral experience and an established record of research accomplishment as demonstrated by outstanding publications, presentations at international conferences, awards and accolades, as well as strong endorsement by referees of high international standing. The successful candidate will be expected to initiate and lead an innovative, independent, and externally funded, research program of the highest international calibre.
We offer competitive salary and start-up packages commensurate with experience and qualifications (illustrative range between $120,000 and $140,000) as well as health benefits via HOOPP.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applications should include:
- A one page structured summary that includes: A) a brief education/training history; B) a summary of the applicant’s most important research contributions (up to five), and C) an abstract of the research plan
- A cover letter
- A research statement highlighting proposed research program (not exceeding 3 pages)
- A complete curriculum vitae
- Three reference letters
Applications should be submitted via the appropriate Interfolio website prior to November 1st, 2018. These links provide more detailed scientific information about each position.
Molecular, Cell and Systems Biology: apply.interfolio.com/53041
Data Science and Health Research apply.interfolio.com/53219
Developmental Epigenetics/Epigenomics: apply.interfolio.com/53045
Note, e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Anticipated start is July 1st, 2019, or a date to be mutually agreed upon. An email address for questions is provided on the application website.