Academic Psychiatrist - Eating Disorders
Location
Hamilton, ON | Canada
Job description
MICHAEL G. DEGROOTE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, Hamilton, Ontario
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences
Academic Psychiatrist – Eating Disorders
We invite applications for an excellent opportunity available for the full-time position of Academic Psychiatrist- Eating Disorders to work in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences (DPBN), McMaster University. This full- time faculty appointment is on the Clinician Educator track in the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster, with financial compensation coming from other salaried employment within the Eating Disorders Program Outpatient Clinic at our partner hospital, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.
The appointee of this position will hold a full-time academic appointment in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at an academic rank appropriate to their credentials and experience. The position offers exceptional opportunities for career growth and development commensurate with academic rank, qualifications, and experience.
We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated interest and expertise in transdiagnostic CBT group treatment for individuals with anorexia, bulimia and other specified feeding and eating disorders. The successful candidate will have a background in psychotherapy and experience in specialized CBT group treatment for individuals with binge eating disorder, and experience in providing individualized cognitive behavioural therapy – enhanced (CBT-E).
The appointee to this position will participate fully in all appropriate departmental and divisional administrative, educational and research committees and meetings, and will contribute, collaborate, and consult to other programs departmentally.
Department and Program Overview: The Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University has been a world leader in innovation for more than 30 years. In fact, the success of the “McMaster method”, which integrates education into the provision of clinical treatment, has been replicated by leading medical schools around the world. We rigorously apply scientific, problem-based learning in the education of physicians and other health professionals.
The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences in the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University is a multidisciplinary Department consisting of MD and non-MD faculty working within a unique regional network of psychiatric services that integrates two general hospitals, a network of community services, a 24-hour regional psychiatric emergency service, an innovative shared-care mental health program, and outreach services for children, adults and the elderly. We offer a collegial atmosphere, a unique academic environment, research opportunities and the opportunity to work in a growing academic department with enthusiastic colleagues.
To learn more about the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, please visit:
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To learn more about the St. Joseph’s Healthcare Eating Disorders Clinic please visit: services/mental-health-addiction-services/mental-health-services/eating-disorders-program
Qualifications: The successful candidate must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the Province of Ontario and hold Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons specialty certification in psychiatry or an equivalent designation.
The candidate will have training and experience in anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and other specific feeding and eating disorders, as well as training in specialized CBT group treatment and a background in psychotherapy, with preference given to applicants with 2-5 years practice experience.
The candidate will have demonstrated commitment and skills in clinical education with all levels of learners and will provide leadership and training to future Psychiatrists.
The candidate will provide evidence of excellent research productivity that aligns with the departmental academic mission and vision demonstrated through a record of high-quality publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, presentations at significant conferences, and awards.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements:
Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada or,
No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada
Applications should be accompanied by: Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Research Interests
Teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy, description of areas of teaching and scholarly expertise
Brief statement describing any contributions made or planned in relation to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion or inclusive excellence in teaching, research or service within higher education, community-based or other profession settings (2-page maximum)
The names and contact information of three references Please note that no reference or letters of recommendations are required at the time of application. These will be solicited at later stages of the search process. Unsolicited letters will not be reviewed until later stages of the search process.
Please apply online via the McMaster Academic Careers website ( All applicants will receive an on-line confirmation of receipt of their application; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews.
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247) or the Faculty of Health Sciences Human Resources office at ext. 22207 to communicate accommodation needs.
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University has a vision to achieve creativity, innovation, and excellence in teaching, research, and service by engaging a diverse and highly talented educational community and embodying the values of integrity, respect and collaboration.
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