Position number: 37553

Probationary

Department of Family Medicine

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Posting start date: May 29, 2026

Advertised until: June 28, 2026 or until filled

Full-time:

Yes

Permanent:

Yes

Start date:

July 15, 2026

For more information please contact: Jolene Loewen - jolene.loewen@umanitoba.ca

The Department of Family Medicine, Master Physcian Assistant Studies invites applications for a full-time Research and Scholarship Lead at the rank of Instructor I/Instructor II/Senior Instructor, commencing July 15, 2026, or on a mutually agreed upon date. Salary and rank (if applicable) will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Research and Scholarship Lead is a core MPAS Faculty member and supports the delivery of the didactic and clinical material in MPAS within the formal rules and regulations of the University of Manitoba. In consultation with MPAS colleagues, appropriate clinical and other departments within the Rady Faculty, the MPAS Medical Director, and the Head of the Department of Family Medicine, specific responsibilities include supporting the program's leadership in the development, refinement, and delivery of the MPAS curriculum related to research and scholarly activities. Coordinates and instructs PAEP 7034 Research in Clinical Practice and Capstone workshops. Coordinates capstone presentations including evaluation material and The Capstone Award, Supports other instructional needs in both academic and clinical components of the program in alignment with Accreditation Canada EQual Standards and professional competencies.

The Research and Scholarship Lead is expected to be influential in course design, course delivery, and evaluation as it relates to research and scholarship within the MPAS program.

The Program currently has four full time faculty Further information about the Department and program can be obtained from https://umanitoba.ca/medicine/department-family-medicine/master-physician-assistant-studies-mpas

Qualifications

• Current national certification (Canadian and/or American) as a Physician Assistant.
• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
• Education or experience in research, scholarship, or quality improvement
• Manitoba PA licensure (or eligibility) and registration with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Manitoba.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, including clinical or classroom teaching.
• Experience with policy development an asset.

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-identity aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently under-represented viewpoints, expertise and forms of excellence to this role.

Please include the following as part of your application: a curriculum vitae, a description of teaching philosophy and pedagogy development interest that includes a description of teaching experience and evidence of effectiveness, a personal statement of equity, access and participation and contact information for three references.

For further information contact the Search Committee at jolene.loewen@umanitoba.ca

Additional information:

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

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 UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca 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.