Provincial Department Head, Pathology And Laboratory Medicine | |
| Job ID | 78-07-6A-18-53-2D |
| Company | University Of Saskatchewan And Saskatchewan Health Authority |
| Location | Saskatoon |
| Province | Saskatchewan |
| Date Posted | 2024-11-29 |
| Posted Until | 2025-01-28 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Education |
| Job Details | View attachment |
| Description | |
| The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Metis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Metis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan. The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation, creativity, and patient care, and we are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work, learning, and clinical environments. The Saskatchewan Health Authority works in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Metis People. USask, as a member of the U15 group of Canadian Research Universities, is one of the top research-intensive, medical doctoral universities in Canada, and is home to world-leading research in areas of global importance, such as infectious diseases, water and food security. Guided by our University Plan: The University the World Needs, we work together across disciplines and with our communities to find creative solutions to the most pressing global challenges. Saskatchewan Health Authority, in partnership with the College of Medicine, play an integral role in the health and well-being of the people of Saskatchewan with the goal to become one of Canada's top medical universities and a leader in health research through innovative and interdisciplinary research and education, leadership, community engagement, and the development of culturally competent, skilled clinicians and scientists through a full range of accredited academic programming that includes the sole medical school in the province. The Saskatchewan Health Authority is the largest integrated healthcare system in Canada and the largest employer in Saskatchewan, with a budget of over $4.6 billion, 44,000 staff, 2800 physicians, 64 hospitals with 2,500 acute care patient beds and approximately 9,000 long term care beds. The Saskatchewan Health Authority is committed to the philosophy and practice of patient and family centred care through the provision of provincially coordinated quality, patient-care services designed to promote and maintain the health of the population. As close strategic partners, members of the College and Saskatchewan Health Authority represent a dedicated community of health professionals, scientists, learners and staff committed to compassionate, evidence-based, and discovery-driven care. Within this exciting context, the College of Medicine and Saskatchewan Health Authority invite nominations and applications for the position of Provincial Department Head, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Reporting jointly to the Dean of the College of Medicine and the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of Saskatchewan Health Authority, and working in close collaboration with clinical and academic leaders, the Provincial Department Head will lead the department in its mandate to deliver excellence in patient care, innovative laboratory and diagnostic services, cutting edge research, and high quality, comprehensive medical education. Key responsibilities include leading groundbreaking clinical, academic, and research initiatives that shape the future of the fields within the Department; driving the recruitment and development of top-tier faculty and staff; and spearheading the development of transformative clinical care and laboratory and diagnostic services within a highly integrated and dynamic environment, pushing the boundaries of what's possible. The successful candidate will hold an MD and possess or be eligible for certification in a relevant discipline by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or equivalent) as well as licensure in Saskatchewan. The ideal candidate will possess a track record of leadership and mentorship, especially as it relates to research, extensive clinical experience, and the ability to lead towards the identification and attainment of strategic goals in both the clinical and academic settings. In addition to being passionate about teaching, they will serve as a mentor to their colleagues and possess a willingness to invest in their development, as well as prioritizing the recruitment and retention of diverse and high calibre faculty and staff. Of importance in the next Provincial Department Head is a record of proactively addressing inequities and advancing Indigenization, equity, diversity, and inclusion across the department's activities, programs, and practices, and a demeanour that exhibits integrity, collegiality, sound judgement, fairness, and enthusiasm. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Saskatchewan and Odgers Berndtson are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify Odgers Berndtson at SaskPathLabMed@odgersberndtson.com and we will work together on the accommodation request. The University of Saskatchewan continues to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. | |
| Start Date | Fall 2025 |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Languages | English |
| How To Apply | The new Provincial Department Head will ideally take office in the Fall of 2025 or as mutually agreed, with consideration of candidates beginning immediately. Applications are encouraged online. Nominations, inquiries, or applications by way of a curriculum vitae and letter of interest should be submitted, in confidence, to Andrea Patrick and Krutika Hotwani of Odgers Berndtson at SaskPathLabMed@odgersberndtson.com |
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