Vice President: Research, London Health Sciences Centre

With roots going back a century and a half, London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), is an award-winning, research intensive acute tertiary and quaternary teaching hospital, one of only 14 such hospitals in Ontario. LHSC is also home to Children’s Hospital, one of just four acute tertiary care paediatric hospitals in the province. Our unique place in the health system positions us well to inform and advise on provincial, national and international health policy.

LHSC is consistently ranked in the top ten of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals, and fully affiliated with Western University, LHSC’s research institute reflects the breadth of our specialized adult and paediatric care programs, with a global reputation in the fields of oncology, cardiology, children’s health, kidney care, mental health, neurological disorders, orthopaedics, transplantation and more.

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class research-intensive teaching hospital fully affiliated with Western University located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture, and music.
As one of Canada’s largest research intensive acute care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children’s Hospital, within a large geographic area. We are known for our great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.
London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute
LHSC is consistently ranked in the top ten of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals, and fully affiliated with Western University, LHSC’s research institute reflects the breadth of our specialized adult and paediatric care programs, with a global reputation in the fields of oncology, cardiology, children’s health, kidney care, mental health, neurological disorders, orthopaedics, transplantation and more. From basic science to clinical trials, research at LHSC is conducted where care is delivered. Collaboration connects our researchers directly with patients and clinicians, bringing the best science from the lab together with the latest knowledge from clinical teams. This supports an integrated, bench-to-bedside approach, allowing innovation to thrive within our walls and leading to medical breakthroughs that improve outcomes for patients around the world.
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1st stage Interviews: 27-31 January, 2025
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