Assistant Professor, Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics Regular/Temporary Temporary Obs & Gyn Full/Part Time Full-Time Contract Duration Faculty of Health Sciences Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations, and within the lands protected by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Faculty of Health Sciences, at McMaster University, invites applicants for a 3-year Special Appointment (renewable) faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank. This position will be located at McMaster University Main Campus, Medical Centre.The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology promotes and supports cutting-edge, integrative, and team-oriented basic research in reproduction, development, and related areas of biology, as well as strong connections between basic and clinical research.

We are looking for an individual with an established track record in translational placental research, including a body of published work and evidence of obtaining external research funds to support these projects.Research involving molecular profiling of the placenta including noninvasive methodologies, genomics, epigenetics, machine learning, predictive models and research experience investing cfDNA are also considered assets. The successful applicant will be involved in a combination of research, educational, and administrative activities with the Department of OBGYN.



Educational activities will include teaching and supervision of undergraduate students in multiple programs, residents and graduate students.Applicants must have completed a PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) in an area related to genomics, computational biology and/or bioinformatics with an in-depth knowledge of placental biology. however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this position.

To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada” or “No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada”. McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration, and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employmentequity.The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.



22247ortheFacultyofHealthSciencesHumanResources office at ext. This positionis located ina host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment.

Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information. #

📌 Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Canada)
🏢 McMaster University
📍 Canada