Position number: 35064
Term
Internal Medicine, Max Rady College of Medicine
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Posting start date: August 25, 2026
Advertised until: August 25, 2026 or until filled
Start date:
November 1, 2026
For more information please contact: Chair, Neurology Search Committee - [email protected]
WAUGH FAMILY CHAIR IN MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
The Department of Internal Medicine
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba
Position number: 35064 (GFT) 22129 (Chair)
Term applicable only to Chair position: 5 years with possibility to renew for an additional term, subject to a successful review.
Start date: The start date for the position is negotiable, based on the successful candidate’s availability.
Posting start day: Assessment of applications will commence by September 1, 2026
Posting close date: Posting may remain open until filled
Geographic Full-Time (GFT): The successful candidate will be appointed to a Geographic Full-Time position at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor, commensurate with qualifications and experience, and, simultaneously nominated to the Waugh Family Chair in Multiple Sclerosis.
The Department of Internal Medicine, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, and Shared Health Manitoba are seeking a clinician-scientist to be nominated to the Waugh Family Chair in Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This endowed chair provides salary support and operating funds for investigator-driven independent research in MS. The successful candidate will be appointed to the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary and rank will be commensurate upon qualifications and experience and will consider the incumbent’s current academic rank.
The promotion of research excellence in MS is congruent with the academic mission of the Section of Neurology, Department of Internal Medicine and Rady College of Medicine at the University of Manitoba. Candidates for the Chair should have a demonstrated record of excellence in translational, clinical and/or epidemiologic research in MS. Excellence will be assessed on the breadth and translational elements of the research program, record of productivity and external funding, as well as mentorship and training experience, and effective research collaboration. The research program should focus on MS and generate new knowledge with the potential to lead to cures, improved treatments and care, and better health outcomes for individuals living with MS. The successful candidate will have a recognized research record and program that can support successful and diverse collaborations with other clinical and/or basic scientists within the university, nationally and internationally.
The chairholder will be part of the MS program at the Health Sciences Centre, and report to the Department Head of Internal Medicine and Provincial Specialty Lead – Internal Medicine, Shared Health and Section Head, Neurology. The Section of Neurology has substantial resources within the health system, primarily at two academic health centres and one community-based hospital. The section of Neurology is one of 18 academic sections in the Department of Internal Medicine providing patient care, undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing education, and a long record for clinical and lab-based research. The 28 faculty members in Neurology have a history of productive and internationally renowned MS research with a strong residency training program and actively collaborate with scientists from other sections, departments, and institutions across Canada and beyond. Local opportunities for research collaborations include but are not limited to the Manitoba Multiple Sclerosis Research Centre, Manitoba Center for Proteomics and Systems Biology, Department of Community Health Sciences, the Manitoba Center for Health Policy, and the National Microbiology Laboratory/Public Health Agency of Canada based in Winnipeg.
This is a geographical, full-time, contingent position. Assessment of applications will commence by September 1, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. The start date for the position is negotiable, based on the successful candidate’s availability. The initial term for the Waugh Family Chair in MS will be for 5 years, renewable upon favourable review.
Qualifications:
- Candidates must have Canadian Citizenship or be eligible to become a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Must be eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba.
- A successful MD, MD / MSc, MD / PhD or PhD applicant must have specialty qualifications in Neurology in the country of current practice, and to be eligible to apply for specialty certification in Neurology by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, if they do not already have such certification.
- Should hold a rank of Associate Professor or higher at the time of application.
- Demonstrated excellence in MS research appropriate to career stage, as evidenced by a sustained record of high-impact publications, success in obtaining peer-reviewed national and/or international research funding, and the development of an innovative and impactful research program.
- Demonstrated success in mentoring trainees and junior investigators, and in establishing productive collaborations with clinical, translational, and basic researchers within and beyond their institution. Candidates should have a proven ability to foster interdisciplinary research and contribute to the training of future clinician-scientists and researchers.
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The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is committed to the social justice principles of equity, access & participation and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, Black, racially marginalized communities, disabled persons and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
An inclusive, open and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, access and participation, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures including implicit bias training for all hiring panels. We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels, short-list of candidates, interviews). The University acknowledges the potential impact that Career Interruptions and Personal Circumstances can have on an applicant's record of research achievement. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process.
We encourage you to self-identify aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently under-represented viewpoints, expertise and forms of excellence to this role.
Review of applications will begin September 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications must include:
- Cover letter that concisely outlines suitability for the role, highlighting relevant background and expertise that align with the position’s objectives.
- Curriculum vitae (including examples of significant research contributions).
- Research plan (3-page maximum) outlining an independent, innovative research program, and its potential to attract funding and contribute to student training.
- Teaching statement (1 page) that documents the applicant's experience in and/or approach to training and mentoring diverse students and the candidate's teaching philosophy.
- Personal statement including your positionality, demonstrated commitment and approach to issues pertaining to anti-racism and social justice (including principles of equity, access and participation) in the following areas: teaching, research and service.
- The names and contact information of three referees; referees will only be contacted after written permission from the candidate.
Applicants must apply by sending the application to the following information contact. Please be sure to specify position 35064 and 22129 - Waugh Family Chair in Multiple Sclerosis in the application. For further information contact the email: [email protected]:
Chair, Neurology Search Committee
Department of Internal Medicine
Room GC425, Health Sciences Centre
820 Sherbrook Street
Winnipeg, MB Canada R3A 1R9
[email protected]
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The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.
