Position Title

Clinician Scientist, Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Posting Number

F725P

Type of position

Continuing Appointment with Annual Academic Career Development

Department/Unit

Pediatrics

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

About the opportunity

The Division of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Pediatrics, Dalhousie University, and the Canadian Center for Vaccinology (CCfV) is seeking applications to fill a full-time (1.0 FTE) position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The individual will complement a strong academic group in the Division of Infectious Diseases.
 

The successful candidate will be a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist who will serve as a consultant in pediatric infectious diseases based at IWK Health, the tertiary care pediatric and women’s hospital for the Maritime provinces, teach within Dalhousie University medical school and postgraduate training programs, and will be expected to develop a research program in clinical trials of vaccines. The individual must have demonstrated their potential to conduct independent research and collaborate with other investigators. Up to 70% of the position will be designated for research with teaching, other academic activity, and clinical service in the remaining time. Academic appointment as an Assistant or Associate Professor will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
 

The position will be based at CCfV’s facilities. CCfV brings together an interdisciplinary team of researchers, clinician scientists, and trainees engaged in vaccine discovery, evaluation, and health policy and translation. The Center provides a supportive environment in which to develop a dynamic research program. CCfV is a core member of the Dalhousie Medical School-based Inflammation, Immunity and Infectious Diseases (I3V) research initiative.
 

Academic qualifications include an MD degree or equivalent and specialty training in pediatrics and infectious diseases. Eligibility for medical licensure in Nova Scotia is essential.
 

Dalhousie University is located in Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia. It is a leading academic and research institution in Atlantic Canada. Halifax is a growing cosmopolitan port city, alive with culture and heritage and embraced by the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean.
 

Interested applicants must submit a current CV, a statement outlining their academic and teaching interests, and a two-page description of their research interests. Candidates must also provide the names and contact information for three referees (at least two of which must be academic).

Applications will be accepted until November 15, 2025.
 

To apply for this position, please go to:
https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19620

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Open Date

Close Date

11/15/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19620