Director of the Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Institute, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

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Director of the Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Institute, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

Company

McGill University

Job description

​Please refer to the job aid for instructions on how to apply.If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).The McGill University Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences invites applications for a full-time position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor as Director of the . A tenure stream position may be available for the selected candidate.McGill University’s , a key unit within the new (SBMS), brings together world-leading scientists and clinicians in a vibrant and collaborative academic environment. Our mandate is to serve as a centre for revolutionary cancer research, fostering a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment. Supported by top-notch research facilities, technological platforms and dedicated faculty members, research staff, and administrative professionals, and attracting outstanding students, our teams are tackling the most important problems in cancer research through innovative thinking and a multidisciplinary approach. Over its history, the Institute has welcomed some of the most brilliant minds in the field of cancer research whose work has led to ground-breaking discoveries that have contributed to the advancements we see today in how we prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer.Research at the Institute addresses unmet clinical needs in cancer by discovering how tumours initiate and progress, identifying their weaknesses, and developing therapeutic strategies. The Institute is a hub in broad, multidisciplinary networks linking the laboratory and the clinic to address key challenges in cancer research, leveraging diverse strengths across the University and with clinical and research partners across the McGill-affiliated healthcare network. Key research areas include cancer metabolism, tumor microenvironment, cancer genome biology, RNA biology and therapeutics, early-stage cancers, and high-fatality cancers.Institute members are committed to accelerating discoveries in cancer research by generating new knowledge and working with partners to translate this information to improve diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for cancer patients. We bring together the best minds across various disciplines and help to train the next generation of cancer research leaders. Faculty members have rich collaborative ties with departments and institutes across McGill, Quebec, and internationally. With 24 core members, 33 associate and affiliate members, 203 research trainees (including undergraduates, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows), 6 advanced technological platforms,
$200 million in operating support, infrastructure, team grants, and contracts in the last 10 years, the Institute has demonstrated leadership at the national and international level since its founding in 1978.The Institute is proud to host a respectful, multi-disciplinary, and inclusive work setting in its multiple areas of activity, which includes the training of a diverse group of students. We are committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across our research and innovation ecosystem. By incorporating EDI, we strengthen our research and harness a broader range of ideas, skills, expertise, perspectives, and disciplines, which further enhances outcomes, impact, and social relevance that better reflects the diverse and globalized world we live and work in, and our responsibilities to the peoples and the lands where we live and work.As Director, the successful candidate will oversee faculty recruitment, mentorship, and career development while directing scientific and operational activities of the Institute. The Director will work closely with the leadership of the other units that make up the School of Biomedical Sciences, advise the SBMS Director and the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, and represent the Institute externally, in Quebec, nationally and internationally.The successful candidate will be an experienced leader with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop, communicate, and implement a unifying vision for a high-performing unit. The preferred candidate will have a strong personal research and teaching program and experience leading inter-disciplinary research initiatives. A record of working effectively with external partners including government, industry and philanthropy will be an asset.The successful candidate is an energetic and thoughtful leader with demonstrated abilities to manage change and encourage excellence in complex, high-stakes environments. A track record of mentorship and a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion are also expected.Qualifications and Education RequirementsHold a PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree;Have strong leadership qualities, a proven track-record in research and teaching, and the skills and experience needed to lead diverse teams and training programs;Experience in fundraising and service in an advocacy role are considered assets;In-depth knowledge of the government, research funding, and health care systems of Quebec is considered an asset;The ability to communicate in both English and French, or the willingness to achieve such proficiency, is expected.Other ResponsibilitiesServe on the Executive of the School of Biomedical Sciences;Pursue new revenue sources to support the activities of the Institute, including through fundraising, large grants, and industry partnerships;Foster relationships with alumni and external stakeholders;Foster relationships with student representatives/associations;Ensure that the Institute engages with and reflects the communities it serves;As an Associate or Full Professor, the incumbent will be expected to participate in teaching, maintain a research program, supervise graduate students, and maintain a successful scholarly career as evidenced by publications, presentations, and student training.TermThe Director has a 5-year term and is renewable.Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer InstituteEmployee Type: Tenure-Track (‘Academic Tenure Stream’)Rank: Associate or Full ProfessorSalary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experienceJob Status: Full-timePosting Period: 30 days from the date of postingThe following supporting documents are required:A cover letter that includes a description of your leadership experience and aptitudes. Also include a statement indicating your personal academic plans/career path and intentions related to teaching, research, and service to the academic community;Curriculum vitae;The names and contact information of three referees.McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.L’Université McGill est une institution de langue anglaise dans laquelle la majorités des activités d’enseignement et de recherche s’effectuent en langue anglaise, rendant essentielle l’utilisation de l’anglais pour la communication orale et écrite.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Applications must be submitted on-line via the McGill Careers Site. Interested candidates should submit their application within 30 days of publication of this advertisement.McGill University was founded in 1821 and is consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world and among the top three in Canada. McGill is located in Montreal, Quebec ( ), a multiethnic city with a sparkling cultural life.McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through . Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, .All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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Location

Rosalind, AB

Job date

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 23:20:40 GMT

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