Gerontologic Nursing Scientist
Kunin-Lunenfeld Applied and Evaluative Research Unit (KLAERU), Baycrest
KLAERU invites applications for a scientist position in gerontologic nursing. The ideal
candidate is an established scientist or new investigator with exceptional scholarship in
programme evaluation and/or models of clinical practice change with a focus on health care
delivery to seniors across a continuum of needs associated with aging and/or progression of
neurodegenerative disorders.
The candidate will develop an innovative program of research aimed at enhancing
clinical care at Baycrest - the major geriatric teaching hospital/facility affiliated with the
University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine that includes a continuum of care from community
outreach to long-term and continuing complex care, as well as a focus on rehabilitation and the
management of behavioural disturbances. The candidate must have a PhD (or equivalent) and
preferably postdoctoral experience and be eligible for cross-appointment at the University of
Toronto at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.
For further information see
www.baycrest.org/Employment/ {Junior Scientist, Nursing}.
Please submit a covering letter describing current research interests and future research
goals, a complete C.V., relevant reprints and the names of three potential references to:
Dr. Randy McIntosh, VP, Research
Baycrest Centre
3560 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON M6A 2E1
vp_research@rotman-baycrest.on.ca
The University of Toronto and Baycrest welcome applications from visible minority group
members, women, Aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are
encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The
position is available immediately, and will remain open until filled.