Position Description: The Department of Pediatrics at the Alberta Children’s Hospital invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Academic Medicine and Health Services Program (AMHSP) Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist. This position is within the Section of Pediatric Infectious Diseases and follows a Clinician Investigator career profile. The primary work site for this position will be at the Alberta Children's Hospital. The target start date for this position is July 1, 2026. Position Overview This is a research-intensive role with the following approximate distribution of responsibilities: • Clinical Activity: 30–50% • Research: 40–60% • Education: 0–20% The successful candidate will provide expert clinical care across the full spectrum of pediatric infectious diseases in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Research Expectations Candidates must demonstrate: • A strong track record of peer-reviewed grant success • A robust portfolio of peer-reviewed publications, including work in high-impact journals • A clear commitment to and direct experience with mentorship and collaborative research, supporting students, residents, and colleagues While the group’s core research focus is on vaccine-related and vaccine-preventable diseases, applicants with interests in other relevant areas—such as immunocompromised hosts, tropical diseases, and epidemiology—are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to the research output of the section and benefit from the rich research infrastructure at the University of Calgary, including initiatives such as “One Child, Every Child.” Collaborative Environment The Section of Pediatric Infectious Diseases maintains close collaborations with: • Pediatric Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation (regional center for hematopoietic stem cell transplantation) • Pediatric Immunology • Pediatric Intensive Care About the Department The Department of Pediatrics has over 400 clinical and academic faculty members who are part of the rapidly growing Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary. Refer to the Department of Pediatrics website at www.ucalgary.ca/paed for more information about the Department including its new strategic plan, its faculty, services and accomplishments. For more information regarding this position, please contact: Dr. Otto Vanderkooi, Section Chief, Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Otto.Vanderkooi@albertahealthservices.ca Interested applicants should apply through the website portal and include the following attachments with their application • Cover letter • Curriculum vitae • The names and contact information for three referees. • All interviewed applicants will be required to arrange three letters of reference to be sent to: Dr. Antonia Stang, Department Head: Antonia.Stang@albertahealthservices.c a and Wanda.Parr@albertahealthservices.ca We’re passionate about what we do. Ou
Qualifications: Qualifications include certification in Pediatrics and Infectious Diseases by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent. The candidate must be eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta. Must read, write, and speak English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.
Compensation: $362,000 - $400,000 per annum. Funding source: Alberta Academic Medicine and Health Services Program (AMHSP). Remuneration for this position will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Practitioner is responsible for purchasing health and insurance benefits. For complete details on the AMA benefits, please see www.albertadoctors.org.
