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The Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at The University of British Columbia (UBC) invites applications for the Associate Head, Research. The successful candidate will hold a current faculty position within the Department.

The Associate Head, Research is an administrative leadership position within the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. The incumbent is responsible for enhancing the vision and leadership in the full range of research conducted by the members of the UBC Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology as well as support the Head in delivering on the research mission of the Department and support to Department Head on research administration.

Currently, this position is set up as a dyad with a second Associate Head at 0.1FTE. 

Duties include:

• Co-Lead the development and implementation of strategic priorities and action plans for research in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.  
• Develops and maintains a mechanism for evaluating research productivity in the Department
• Supports research in the department’s clinical training programs including, in particular, our residency program.
• Promotes a culture that systematically values research within the Department
• Mentors early career researchers.
• Enhance success in attracting research support (salary, operating grants, industry funding, etc.) including providing access to grant facilitation activities for department members. In addition, supports the fundraising activities of the Department in regards to research
• Strengthen relationships with health authority research institutes and other partner organizations.
• Facilitate collaborative research activities involving clinical trainees, postdoctoral fellows and other graduate students, including the Fred Bryans forum and Academic Day.
• Support the Department Head with grant reviews and approvals.
• Facilitates research activities amongst trainees and graduate students in collaboration with program directors.

This position is expected to be a time commitment of 0.2FTE (1 day per week). This is compensated at $25,000 per annum. 

A full job description can be found here.

A letter of application outlining the applicant’s research a interests and accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae should be directed to:

Lygia Siqueira
Assistant Human Resources Manager, UBC Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Email: lygia.siqueira@phc.ca

Subject Line: Associate Head, Research

Deadline for Applications: 12 June 2026. Review of applications will begin one week from the closing date and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date for this position is 1 July 2026 or upon a date to be mutually agreed.

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at The University of British Columbia (UBC) invites applications for the Director, Postgraduate Residency Program. The successful candidate will hold a current faculty position within the Department.

The Residency Program Director is responsible to the Head of the Department through the Associate Head Education and the Associate Dean, Postgraduate Medical Education, for the overall conduct of the Residency Program in accordance with the Canadian Residency Accreditation Consortium (CanRAC) Standards of Accreditation. Works in collaboration with the Associate Head Residency.

The Director, Postgraduate Residency Program will be responsible for all aspects of the Postgraduate Residency Program in the UBC Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. This includes responsibility for the academic curriculum, and the day-to-day management of the program, including overseeing the program staff and providing financial oversight. The Postgraduate Residency Program Director is responsible for ensuring that the program meets all the standards for accreditation as outlined by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the specific standards of accreditation for residency programs in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The appointee will be expected to participate in the teaching activities of the Department, as well as provide mentorship and training learners. More specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Demonstrated ability to build, manage and maintain high-quality and productive relationships across cultural differences.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with empathy, understanding and, respect of diverse and divergent perspectives and behaviors.
• Creates and fosters an environment that promotes inclusivity and the values of respect, integrity, compassion, collaboration and equity.
• Development of a clear program plan, including objectives relating to residents’ knowledge, skills, and attitudes based upon the competencies and educational experiences required by the standards of the specialty as per the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC). The plan should also indicate the methods by which the objectives are to be achieved and the role played by each participating institution.
• Conduct of the program, including providing educational experiences and learning activities to ensure that each resident is advancing and gaining in experience and responsibility in accordance with the educational plan.
• Regular review of the program to assess the quality of the educational experience, and to review the resources available in order to ensure that maximal benefit is derived from the integration of the components of the program. This review will include the assessment of each clinical teaching unit to be sure that there is an appropriate number of teaching staff and resident, that there is an adequate number of appropriate patients and professional services, and that it is functioning in accordance with the plan agreed upon. Resources appropriate to education in the specialty should be carefully reviewed to ensure that, for example, ambulatory care, emergency care, intensive care, and radiological, laboratory, operative, and other facilities are utilized with optimal effectiveness. This review should also address issues such as the teaching of bioethics, medicolegal considerations, and office management. The opinions of residents must be among the factors considered in this review.
• Responsibility for program financial resources in alignment with PGME funding guidelines as well as Accreditation standards.
• Establishment of mechanisms to provide career planning and counseling for residents and to deal with problems such as those related to psychological stress.
• Selection of candidates for admission to the program, in accordance with policies determined by the Faculty Postgraduate Medical Education Committee.
• Assessment of performance of each resident through a well-organized program of assessment incorporating principles of anti-racism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. This will include the final evaluation at the end of the program as required by the RCPSC or the CFPC.
• Completion of the Confirmation of Completion of Training form as required by the RCPSC or the CFPC. This form attests that the resident has attained the necessary skills, knowledge, attitude, and judgment necessary for independent consultant practice.
• Chair the residency program committee and hold meetings at frequent enough intervals to functionally administer the residency program.
• Attendance at all meetings of the Faculty PGME Committee.
• Program directors are expected to participate in internal reviews of other programs in addition to undergoing their own program internal reviews (typically once every 3-5 years).
• Participate in and facilitate completion of PGME program and institution level surveys used to provide ongoing data as part of CQI accreditation requirements at a program and institution level.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities as supported by the Postgraduate office through workshops, and other initiatives.
• Provide direction to Program Administrators as related to operational oversight of the residents and program. Provides regular feedback to the Department Administrators regarding program administrative support.
• Responsible for facilitating residents leaves and human rights accommodations, working with the PGME office, PGME Leadership and Health Authorities as necessary.

The Residency Program Director must be eligible to hold the position based on RCPSC and CFPC requirements.

This position is expected to be a time commitment of 0.5FTE (2.5 days per week). This is compensated at $70,000 per annum. The job description details can be found here.

A letter of application outlining the applicant’s research and teaching interests and accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae should be directed to:

Lygia Siqueira
Assistant Human Resources Manager, UBC Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Email: lygia.siqueira@phc.ca
Subject Line: Residency Director Application
Deadline for Applications: 1 May 2026

Review of applications will begin one week from the closing date and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date for this position is 1 July 2026 or upon a date to be mutually agreed.

This Obstetrics/Gynecologist position at Ridge Meadows Hospital with Fraser Health Authority is a full-time specialist role providing comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care, including clinical services across pregnancy, surgical and outpatient settings. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team delivering high-quality patient-centered care within a dynamic regional health system serving diverse communities in the Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley region. Contact Alix Golgoni at Fraser Health for questions about this position.

View the full posting: https://jobs.fraserhealth.ca/jobs/117802

This full-time Obstetrics/Gynecologist opportunity at Peace Arch Hospital, part of Fraser Health, seeks a skilled specialist to join a collaborative clinical team providing comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care. The successful physician will engage in clinical practice, surgical care, and on-call responsibilities in a community hospital setting serving the South Surrey/White Rock region. Experienced candidates with strong skills in both obstetrics and general gynecology are encouraged to apply. Contact Alix Golgoni at Fraser Health for questions about this position.

View the full posting: https://jobs.fraserhealth.ca/jobs/121161

This role with Fraser Health Authority seeks skilled and passionate Obstetrics/Gynecology specialists to provide comprehensive reproductive and surgical care across clinical settings. Responsibilities include obstetric care (antepartum to postpartum), gynecologic services (clinic and surgical), participation in call rotations, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. The position fosters a patient-centered approach within a dynamic regional health system serving diverse communities in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

View the full posting: https://jobs.fraserhealth.ca/jobs/126043

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology is seeking a Pediatric Gynecologist and General Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in the Division of Pediatric Gynecology at BCCH and General Obstetrics and Gynaecology, based at BC Women’s and Children’s Hospital and Vancouver Acute – Vancouver General Hospital and UBC Hospital. This position will have full obstetrical privileges and outpatient Gynaecologic privileges at BC Women’s Hospital and full gynecologic privileges at Vancouver General Hospital and UBC Hospital. The successful candidate will have full in patient and outpatient privileges for practice in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology at BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) and will join the existing Division of Gynecology in the Department of General Surgery at BCCH. Active participation in the Gynecology call schedule at VGH, the Obstetrics Call rota for management of labor and delivery at BCWH and Pediatric Gynecology call at BCCH are a requirement.

The full advertisement and how to apply can be found here.

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2026, or upon a date to be mutually agreed upon.

Northern Health is seeking LOCUM OB/GYNs at the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC) in Prince George, British Columbia’s Northern Capital! Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for Northern BC. The UHNBC group serves a rural population of 400,000 people over an area of 600,000 square kilometers.

This opportunity is Fee-for-service (FFS) with an Income Guarantee (IG) of a minimum $4250/ per 24h shift, inclusive of MOCAP and RRP. In addition, your flights, car rental, hotel accommodation (or temporary rental accommodation of your choice), and per diems on travel days will be covered. Assistance with travel and accommodation bookings is available.

Hours of work / On-Call:

• 24 hours with a minimum of 10 hours on-site
• Number of consecutive days and frequency of on-call is negotiable

Locum coverage responsibilities include home call coverage, Urgent and Emergent Ob/Gyn consultations, Primary care for all admitted patients under the care of an Ob/Gyn as MRP, Emergency OR for add-on cases, Ob/Gyn OR assisting, reviewing NSTs, prioritizing inductions and performing hysterosalpingograms.

With approximately 1,200 deliveries per year, UHNBC It is the main teaching center for Medical Students in the UBC Northern Medical Program and provides teaching for UBC Residents in several specialties. The BC Cancer Centre for the North is on the hospital site, offering radiation and medical oncology services. We have medical students and family medicine residents who rotate through our service, as well as a senior OB/Gyn resident on community rotation from UBC for part of the year.

Locum Dates are open and flexible, and our team will customize your shifts based on your availability.

Qualifications:

• Eligible for Fellowship with the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)
• Licensure, or eligibility for licensure, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC)
• Mandatory coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association

Apply here, or email elena.gilfillan@northernhealth.ca for more informaion.

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at The University of British Columbia (UBC), in partnership with BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre (BCW), invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor (grant tenure-track) or Associate Professor (grant tenure). The successful candidate will hold the Professorship in Midlife and Mature Women’s Health supported by BCW, subject to university approvals. Reporting to the Head of the UBC Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology and BCW Site Head, the successful candidate will be an accomplished clinician-scientist with the capacity to carry out interdisciplinary population based, patient-oriented clinical research in mid-life women’s health and menopause at BCW.

The full advertisement and how to apply can be found here.

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date for this position is September 1, 2026, or upon a date to be mutually agreed upon.

The Locum Pool provides members at all sites equal access to a list of obstetrician gynaecologists looking for short-term contracts to cover existing practices.

Further information: Locum Pool Information Sheet

Application deadline: ongoing 

Physicians can apply to the Rural Specialists Locum Program to receive extra funds for providing services at rural sites.  This program is further described and enrolment described at:

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/practitioner-professional-resources/physician-compensation/rural-practice-programs/rural-specialist-locum-program