Lecturer in Neurology

Date Posted: 02/26/2026
Closing Date: 04/02/2026, 11:59 PM ET
Req ID: 47066
Job Category: Faculty – Clinical
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Dept of Medicine
Hospital Affiliation: Unity Health Toronto – St. Michael’s
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description

The Departments of Medicine at St. Michael's Hospital and University of Toronto are seeking a qualified full-time academic neurologist with clinical expertise in multiple sclerosis (MS) and related neuroinflammatory disorders.

The successful candidate must be eligible for a full-time clinical academic appointment at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor at the University of Toronto, with an academic position description of Clinician Teacher, Clinician Educator, or Clinician Investigator. The expected start date is in the second half of 2026.

Qualifications:

• MD degree

• Certification in Neurology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or eligibility)

• Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)

• Fellowship training in multiple sclerosis (MS)

• Graduate degree or other advanced training relevant to specialization

• Demonstrated scholarship in clinical, teaching, or research areas (see Table 2: Clinical Faculty Academic Appointments)

Responsibilities:

• Support large patient demands in the MS program at St. Michael’s Hospital

• Participate in MS educational activities, including supervision of fellowship trainees

• Collaborate in clinical research programs and quality improvement programs

• Participate in the neurology inpatient ward, consultation services, and on-call coverage

• Report to the Head, Division of Neurology, St. Michael’s Hospital

• Clinic work in the Barlo MS clinic under the direction of the clinic’s Medical Director

Remuneration:

• Estimated remuneration will be determined primarily by clinical work

• Additional remuneration possible for academic or clinic leadership roles

Application Instructions

Applications will be accepted until April 2, 2026.

Please submit:

• One-page statement of interest

• Curriculum vitae (CV)

• Names and contact information of two internal and two external referees

Submit applications to:

Dr. Natalie Wong, Interim Physician-in-Chief
c/o Jessica Comilang, Administrative Assistant
St. Michael's Hospital
30 Bond Street, Room 1-420 Bond Wing
Toronto, Ontario M5B 1W8
Email: Jessica.Comilang@unityhealth.to

Important: Applications submitted via the "Apply Now" button on the job board will NOT be considered.

About St. Michael’s Hospital

• Part of Unity Health Toronto (Providence, St. Joseph’s, St. Michael’s Healthcare)

• Teaching and research hospital founded in 1892

• Downtown Toronto’s adult trauma centre and hub for:

  • Trauma and neurosurgery

  • Complex cardiac and cardiovascular care

  • Therapeutic endoscopy

  • Minimally invasive surgery

  • Care of homeless and disadvantaged populations

• Home to Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute integrating research, education, and clinical care

More information: St. Michael’s Hospital
Department of Medicine: University of Toronto – Dept of Medicine
Academic position descriptions: Link

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging. Applications are strongly encouraged from:

• Indigenous Peoples

• Black and racialized persons

• Women

• Persons with disabilities

• People of diverse sexual and gender identities

Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be equitable and inclusive and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations will be provided as required.

For accommodations, contact: uoft.careers@utoronto.ca