Hepatologist (PRA-SP applicants may be considered)

Job Description

SECTION OF HEPATOLOGY

The Department of Internal Medicine

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

University of Manitoba

PMAO 3584

The Department of Internal Medicine, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, and Shared Health Manitoba invite applications for a position in the Section of Hepatology.

The Section of Hepatology is one of 18 academic sections in the Department of Internal Medicine providing patient care, undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing education, and research.

The successful candidate, based at the Health Sciences Center, will have an academic appointment within the Section of Hepatology with a start date of July 1, 2026, or negotiable based on the successful candidate’s availability. Rank will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

The faculty members of the Section of Hepatology form a group of academic hepatologists in a busy and expanding liver disease program and report to the Head, Department of Internal Medicine and Provincial Specialty Lead, Shared Health. The Section had a strong commitment to the provision of clinical services and interests in furthering undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing medical education in Hepatology.

Candidates must demonstrate broad experience in clinical management of liver diseases (including pre- and post-transplant), and must be eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba. Certification in Hepatology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada is preferred and must have senior specialty qualifications with Internal Medicine and Hepatology in the country of current practice.

• Practice Ready Assessment Manitoba - Specialty Practice Program (PRA MB-SP) eligible candidates may be considered (If international Medical Graduate, please complete the PRA-SP Pre-Screening Intake form found here: https://healthcareersmanitoba.ca/forms/pre-screening-questions/)
  
  

Candidates would assist in the section and without any endoscopy time or gastroenterology commitments. Successful candidates will have a research interest in liver related epidemiology and can implement changes to the delivery of care model for patients suffering from advanced liver disease within the Province of Manitoba.

The City of Winnipeg (www.tourismwinnipeg.com), located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture. The city, with a growing population of more than 766,000, is home to internationally renowned festivals, galleries and museums, the historic Exchange District and The Forks, and ever-expanding research, education, and business sectors. From the Hudson Bay waters, across the farmland fields, to the pulse of the cities and towns, The Province of Manitoba’s (www.travelmanitoba.com) people and places – its 100,000 lakes, 92 provincial parks, winding river valleys and storied prairie skies – inspire.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is committed to the social justice principles of equity, access & participation and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, Black, racially marginalized communities, disabled persons and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

An inclusive, open and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, access and participation, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures including implicit bias training for all hiring panels. We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels, short-list of candidates, interviews). The University acknowledges the potential impact that Career Interruptions and Personal Circumstances can have on an applicant's record of research achievement. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process.

We encourage you to self-identity aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently under-represented viewpoints, expertise and forms of excellence to this role.

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Interested applicants should submit their application including curriculum vitae, a letter of intent, a personal statement on their contributions to equity, diversity and inclusion in your teaching, research, service and/or other experiences, and the names of contact information for three references (or three confidential letters of reference) by clicking the “Apply to this Job” button below.