Assistant/Associate Professor, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Section of Electrophysiology
Description:
The University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, in partnership with Alberta Health Services (AHS) invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor level invasive pediatric electrophysiologist to join as a full-time tenured track faculty within the Division of Pediatric Cardiology in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta. This position is a part of the Alberta Academic Medicine and Health Services Program (AMHSP) and the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).
This position is a full time (1.0 FTE) tenure track (contingent) position, 60-65% clinical service and 35-40% academic pursuits including research, teaching, and administrative duties (negotiable). Remuneration for this position will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and based on the income scale of the six-step Academic Medicine and Health Services Program (AMHSP). The successful candidate will be offered a contingent tenure-track appointment with the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, which is in accordance with the University of Alberta Faculty Agreement and offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Position Responsibilities:
• Clinical Excellence: Clinical service would include inpatient and outpatient electrophysiology and general cardiology care, general cardiology and subspecialty (heart rhythm device, electrophysiology and multidisciplinary inherited arrhythmia) outpatient clinics, and invasive electrophysiology procedures on pediatric and adult CHD patients.
• Education & Mentorship: Teaching expectations would include mentoring of cardiology residents and electrophysiology fellows, formative and bedside teaching as well as research supervision.
• Research Contribution: Academic productivity is assessed based on locally initiated clinical research, national and international collaborations, publications in peer-reviewed journals and other related activities.
• Collaboration & Engagement: The faculty would work closely with other programs, interdisciplinary teams, and healthcare professionals to advance Pediatric Cardiology care and the education of Pediatric Cardiology trainees.
Qualifications:
Interested applicants must have:
• MD degree (or equivalent)
• Completed subspecialty training in Pediatrics and subspecialty training in Pediatric Cardiology
• >1 years of dedicated training in advanced Invasive Pediatric Electrophysiology
• Expertise in the management of patients with inherited arrhythmias
• Experience in CIED device implantation
• A track record of publications for mid-career faculty or active involvement in research for junior faculty
In addition, individuals must embody the values and qualities essential to our team culture:
• Emotional Intelligence: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster positive relationships with patients, families, learners, and colleagues.
• Adaptability: A flexible and proactive approach to challenges in clinical, academic, and research environments.
• Leadership and Initiative: The ability to inspire, mentor, and motivate learners and team members, contributing to a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Teamwork: A collegial and collaborative spirit that thrives in a multidisciplinary setting.
Interested applicants should apply with their curriculum vitae and a letter of application. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Us:
The University of Alberta Medical School is a Top 4 Canadian university, serving 40,000 students with more than 14,000 faculty and staff. The University of Alberta and the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry have world class research programs with integration and collaboration opportunities in all types of research including basic sciences and clinical trials. For more information on the Department of Pediatrics visit https://www.ualberta.ca/pediatrics.
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is Canada’s first and largest province-wide, fully integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to the over four million people living in Alberta as well as to some residents of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, British Columbia and the Northwest Territories. The Stollery Children’s Hospital is a full-service pediatric hospital and centre for complex pediatric care and research. It is the only specialized healthcare facility for infants, children and youth in central and northern Alberta. It has among the highest inpatient volumes of any children’s hospital in Canada and serves a geographical area of over 500,000 km.
The successful applicant will join currently 20 pediatric cardiologists and one associated researcher providing a full spectrum of clinical pediatric cardiology services with expertise in multi-modal diagnostic imaging, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, fetal cardiology, heart failure, cardiac transplantation, ventricular assist device application, preventive cardiology and pediatric cardiac rehabilitation within the Stollery Children’s Hospital Cardiac Program. The Stollery Cardiac Program is one of the two largest cardiac surgical programs in Canada, and we service the majority of children across Western Canada, with 3 pediatric and congenital cardiac surgeons, several pediatric cardiac anesthesiologists, a dedicated pediatric cardiac intensive care unit, and a surgical neonatal intensive care unit with expertise in neonatal cardiac care.
As of April 1, 2026, the electrophysiology service currently includes two electrophysiologists and an EP nurse specialist, further supported by specialized nurses in the heart rhythm device clinics and electrophysiology laboratories. The service delivers advanced electrophysiology care including complex ablation and cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) implant procedures, complex lead extractions and care for patients on mechanical cardiac support. Ablation procedures are performed in a state-of-the-art electrophysiology laboratory with 3D electro-anatomical mapping capabilities and a full complement of mapping and ablation catheters and ancillary equipment. Other device procedures are performed in a procedure room or a hybrid operating room.
As we build our team, the Department of Pediatrics recognizes that our people are and will continue to be our greatest strength. We celebrate creativity, diversity, perseverance and a collaborative spirit. We are seeking a team member with strong collaborative attributes and excellent communication skills. Applicants should demonstrate expertise in the management of complex arrhythmias including post-operative arrhythmias and high-risk inherited or acquired arrhythmia. Applicants must have established or growing interests in clinical teaching and training, depending on the stage of their career. Applicants must also demonstrate a strong track record in clinical research productivity and research potential.
About WCHRI
The Women and Children’s Health Research Institute (WCHRI) supports researchers within the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry and Alberta Health Services. With a focus on advancing women’s, children’s, and perinatal health, WCHRI provides extensive resources for faculty conducting research in these areas.
As a member of WCHRI, the successful candidate will have access to funding opportunities, biostatistical expertise, qualitative design support, knowledge translation resources, and clinical trials services. WCHRI also invests in research development by supporting trainees through scholarships, fellowships, and travel grants for presenting research outcomes.
