Job Description
The Department of Medicine at St. Michael’s Hospital, in conjunction with the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, is seeking a qualified full-time academic Respirologist. The successful candidate must be eligible for a full-time clinical academic appointment at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor at the University of Toronto. The candidate will have an academic position description of Clinician-Teacher (CT) or Clinician in Quality and Innovation (CQI). The expected start date of the position is September 1, 2026, or shortly before or thereafter.
The successful candidate will hold an MD degree and should have, or be eligible for, certification in Respirology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). Clinical expertise in the areas of cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis, and mycobacterial infections is desirable. The candidate is expected to provide excellent clinical care in the outpatient setting and contribute to Respirology inpatient on-call coverage. They will be engaged in Respirology educational programs and learner supervision at all levels at St. Michael’s Hospital and the University of Toronto, and will be prepared to take on a leadership role in education. The candidate will have or be working towards a graduate degree or other advanced training and should have a proven academic record of excellence in teaching. The candidate will also collaborate in clinical research and quality improvement programs. For details on the University of Toronto academic clinical faculty requirements for advanced training and demonstrated scholarship for the job description of CT or CQI, please see Table 2 at
https://deptmedicine.utoronto.ca/clinical-faculty-academic-appointments#Clinicalfacultyapptcategories
The successful candidate will report to the Head, Division of Respirology at St. Michael’s Hospital. The Division currently consists of 11 full time Respirologists and has a robust research program in diseases of the lung.
Estimated remuneration will be commensurate with academic rank, qualifications and experience of the candidate.
Applications will be accepted until May 12, 2026. Should you be interested in this opportunity, please forward a one-page statement of interest, curriculum vitae and the contact information of four referees, two who are internal to your current organization, and two external, to:
Dr. Natalie Wong, Interim Physician-in-Chief
c/o Jessica Comilang, Administrative Assistant
St. Michael's Hospital – Unity Health Toronto
30 Bond Street, Room 2-468 Bond Wing
Toronto, Ontario M5B 1W8 Canada
Email: Jessica.Comilang@unityhealth.to
CAUTION: This ad is “posted only” to the U of T affiliated hospital job board. Please see the information directly above for the application instructions; applications submitted via the "Apply Now" button on this page will NOT be considered for this position.
St. Michael’s Hospital is part of Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence, St. Joseph’s and St. Michael’s Healthcare. Unity Health Toronto is one of Canada’s largest Catholic healthcare networks serving patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education. St. Michael’s Hospital is a teaching and research hospital in downtown Toronto. Affectionately known as the Urban Angel, St. Michael’s is renowned for providing exceptional patient care. As downtown Toronto’s adult trauma centre, the hospital is a hub for neurosurgery, complex cardiac and cardiovascular care, diabetes and osteoporosis care, minimally invasive surgery and care of the homeless and disadvantaged. Fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and home to the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael’s provides outstanding medical education to health-care professionals in 2+ academic disciplines.
The successful candidate will hold an MD degree and should have, or be eligible for, certification in Respirology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). Clinical expertise in the areas of cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis, and mycobacterial infections is desirable. The candidate is expected to provide excellent clinical care in the outpatient setting and contribute to Respirology inpatient on-call coverage. They will be engaged in Respirology educational programs and learner supervision at all levels at St. Michael’s Hospital and the University of Toronto, and will be prepared to take on a leadership role in education. The candidate will have or be working towards a graduate degree or other advanced training and should have a proven academic record of excellence in teaching. The candidate will also collaborate in clinical research and quality improvement programs. For details on the University of Toronto academic clinical faculty requirements for advanced training and demonstrated scholarship for the job description of CT or CQI, please see Table 2 at
https://deptmedicine.utoronto.ca/clinical-faculty-academic-appointments#Clinicalfacultyapptcategories
The successful candidate will report to the Head, Division of Respirology at St. Michael’s Hospital. The Division currently consists of 11 full time Respirologists and has a robust research program in diseases of the lung.
Estimated remuneration will be commensurate with academic rank, qualifications and experience of the candidate.
Applications will be accepted until May 12, 2026. Should you be interested in this opportunity, please forward a one-page statement of interest, curriculum vitae and the contact information of four referees, two who are internal to your current organization, and two external, to:
Dr. Natalie Wong, Interim Physician-in-Chief
c/o Jessica Comilang, Administrative Assistant
St. Michael's Hospital – Unity Health Toronto
30 Bond Street, Room 2-468 Bond Wing
Toronto, Ontario M5B 1W8 Canada
Email: Jessica.Comilang@unityhealth.to
CAUTION: This ad is “posted only” to the U of T affiliated hospital job board. Please see the information directly above for the application instructions; applications submitted via the "Apply Now" button on this page will NOT be considered for this position.
St. Michael’s Hospital is part of Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence, St. Joseph’s and St. Michael’s Healthcare. Unity Health Toronto is one of Canada’s largest Catholic healthcare networks serving patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education. St. Michael’s Hospital is a teaching and research hospital in downtown Toronto. Affectionately known as the Urban Angel, St. Michael’s is renowned for providing exceptional patient care. As downtown Toronto’s adult trauma centre, the hospital is a hub for neurosurgery, complex cardiac and cardiovascular care, diabetes and osteoporosis care, minimally invasive surgery and care of the homeless and disadvantaged. Fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and home to the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael’s provides outstanding medical education to health-care professionals in 2+ academic disciplines.
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Lecturer or Assistant / Associate / Full Professor - Academic Respirologist position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Toronto offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.