Academic Head, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Cumming School of Medicine and Zone Clinical Department Head, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Calgary Zone, Alberta Health Services

We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta. The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.

Position Description

The University of Calgary and Alberta Health Services invite applications and nominations for the joint position of Head, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Cumming School of Medicine and Clinical Department Head, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Calgary Zone, Alberta Health Services.  As the most senior physician leader in Obstetrics & Gynaecology in the Calgary Zone and the academic Department, this is a key leadership position within Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the Cumming School of Medicine (CSM).

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology is a major department within the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary. The Department fully contributes to the research, educational and service missions of the Cumming School of Medicine. It has a fully accredited residency training program, fellowship programs and a record of accomplishment in research.

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is Canada’s first and largest province-wide fully integrated health system. Universities in Alberta are major partners of AHS.  The Zone Clinical Department Head (ZCDH), will work collaboratively in a dyad leadership model with the Executive Director/Senior Operating Officer for AHS Administration to lead and participate in the development of system wide clinical services throughout a large and diverse population that incorporates the rapidly growing urban centre of Calgary, as well as surrounding suburban and rural communities.  The Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology has over 110 members in six clinical divisions.  The ZCDH will maintain and recruit an appropriately trained physician workforce, ensure high standards of clinical care and ethical conduct of the medical staff, foster maintenance of competence and promote a learning environment for physicians, students, staff and researchers within the Zone. Furthermore, the ZCDH will participate in strategic planning for women’s health in both the clinical and academic context in conjunction with a province wide Maternal Newborn, Child and Youth Strategic Clinical Network and also the Surgical Strategic Clinical Network.

The ZCDH reports to the Calgary Zone Medical Director.  All other Calgary Zone medical leaders and physicians in Obstetrics & Gynaecology report to this position.  The Academic Department Head reports to the Vice Dean, Cumming School of Medicine.

We are searching for an outstanding leader to be the joint ZCDH, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and the University’s Department Head of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.  Qualifications include an MD, eligibility for licensure in the Province of Alberta, and certification in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. The selected candidate must have a strong academic background with academic qualifications commensurate with an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or above as well as demonstrated research and educational achievements, proven administrative ability, and excellent clinical skills. A proven track record in equity, diversity and inclusion and staff wellness should be evident. Strong communication skills are paramount.  The selected candidate would lead a transdisciplinary Women’s Health Initiative uniting existing research strengths across a variety of Institutes.

The Cumming School of Medicine and Alberta Heath Services seek to recruit and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce that will contribute to creating the future of health. We are committed to fostering diversity through cultivating an environment where people with a variety of backgrounds, genders, interests, and talents feel welcome and supported.

Alberta Health Services is a consolidated health system in Alberta. The Calgary Zone includes the City of Calgary, and a large surrounding suburban and rural geographical area which provides health services for a population of 1.4 million. 

Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application online via the ‘Apply Now’ link. Please be aware the application process allows for only four attachments. Your four attachments should be organized to contain the following (which may require you to merge documents such as publications):
•    Cover letter and curriculum vitae
•    Statement of research interests
•    Statement of administrative philosophy and academic goals
•    Names and contact information of three (3) references

Questions regarding this opportunity should be addressed to Dr. Todd Anderson, by email ([email protected])

Application deadline: October 31, 2022

The University of Calgary recognizes that candidates have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged but not required to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions to allow for a fair assessment of their application. Selection committees have been instructed to give careful consideration to, and be sensitive to the impact of career interruptions, when assessing the candidate’s research productivity.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High , committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected] ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected] ).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

Additional Information

To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website . For more information visit Careers in the Cumming School of Medicine .

The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca .
About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world’s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world’s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.