Date Posted: 07/31/2026
Closing Date: 09/04/2026, 11:59PM ET, Open Until Filled
Req ID: 49617
Job Category: Faculty - Clinical
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Medicine
Department: Dept of Lab. Medicine & Pathobiology
Hospital Affiliation: Sunnybrook Health Science Centre
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Description:
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, an academic teaching hospital fully affiliated with the University of Toronto, is seeking a permanent Hematological Pathologist to join the Division of Hematological Pathology, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Molecular Diagnostics (LMMD), Precision Diagnostics and Therapeutics Program. The successful applicant must be eligible for an academic appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate for full Professor at the University of Toronto. The start date will be December 1, 2026, or as mutually agreed upon.
We are seeking a physician who will foster excellence in hematological pathology and education at the hospital. The qualified applicant shall hold a medical degree and relevant Hematological Pathology Fellowship from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or equivalent and be eligible for medical licensure in the Province of Ontario. Applicants with Anatomic Pathology/Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology or General Pathology/Diagnostic and Clinical Pathology credentials will be expected to have completed a certified hematopathology fellowship or demonstrate equivalent experience. Candidates with a graduate degree (e.g. MSc, MBA, PhD) will be acknowledged.
As a Complex Malignant Hematology referral centre and expert hematopathology hub for North Toronto, the candidate will join a roster of laboratory medicine specialists with clinical responsibilities in the areas of bone marrow evaluation incorporating clinical context, flow cytometry and genomic information. The ideal candidate will also have competency in coagulation testing, hemoglobinopathies and core/special laboratory hematology. For interested individuals, training in molecular sign out may be facilitated as well as opportunities to engage in laboratory management and advocacy initiatives at the local, provincial and national level. Additional clinical expertise in lymphoma pathology and/or transfusion medicine/cell therapy services are assets but optional. Community outreach including travel to partner institutions within the Greater Toronto Area may be required.
A fully accredited Hematological Pathology residency program is in place and teaching of residents, fellows and medical students is expected. English is the primary language of work.
Members of the Division of Hematological Pathology at Sunnybrook will participate in teaching, applied research and quality improvement activities. The Division enjoys close and dynamic interactions with the other Divisions of the Department including diagnostic and molecular pathology, transfusion medicine, microbiology and biochemistry. Those with interests in translational research are encouraged to connect with collaborators in the Sunnybrook Research Institute.
The successful candidate must be eligible for an academic appointment in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology at the University of Toronto. Rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the uniform minimal level of compensation for laboratory physicians in the Province of Ontario (currently approx. $404,000 per annum).
The Search Committee will consider applications received by September 4, 2026 for shortlisting. The position will remain open until filled. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Potential candidates may be asked to prepare an oral presentation for the Division of Hematological Pathology/Hematology Site Group.
Interested individuals should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three referees to the Chair of the Search Committee:
Hubert Tsui BSc (Hons) MD PhD FRCPC
Head, Division of Hematological Pathology
Department of Laboratory Medicine and Molecular Diagnostics
Precision Diagnostics and Therapeutics Program
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
2075 Bayview Avenue, B204
Toronto, ON, M4N 3M5
Email: [email protected]
cc: Dawn Dawkins,
[email protected]
As one of the largest departments of its kind, the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology (LMP) has more than 450 faculty including basic scientists, pathologists, laboratory physicians and scientists. By combining research with clinical practice, we are uniquely positioned to translate new findings into reality. As a result, we are known as leaders in diagnosing and treating patients and populations, making an impact locally, nationally and internationally. For more information about the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology, University of Toronto please visit our website at www.lmp.utoronto.ca .
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact
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