About Us: The Department of Pediatrics at McMaster University and McMaster Children's Hospital is home to over 200 pediatricians, scientists, teachers, and learners whose collective mission is to improve the wellbeing of children and their families - both locally, and around the world. We are proud to represent faculty who hold Canada Research Chairs, are members of the Order of Canada, and are national award-winning teachers. Our members leverage their voices as child health leaders to support our communities and advocate for change so that all children, regardless of health status, can experience a fulfilling life. Our administrators are valued team members and are critical to the success and impact of our work. We invite you to find out more about us here:

What We Offer: In addition to joining a top ranked university, McMaster offers a very competitive total compensation package that includes but is not limited to:

• Employer Paid benefits such as Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of-Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance.
• Participation in a Group Retirement Savings Plan.
• Training, coaching and professional development opportunities
• Employee tuition assistance for continuous development and education
• Opportunity to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning
• Progressive paid annual vacation plan

• Work with faculty leadership in the creation and ongoing evolution of appropriate EDI initiatives across distributed sites.
• Identify and maintain collaborative connections and promote awareness of, and relevant participation in, initiatives of other EDI offices and groups on campus to both inform and learn from initiatives implemented within the Department.
• Refer individuals to various workplace supports and appropriate offices on campus.
• Co-develop the annual goal planning and budget planning process in the Department by developing, monitoring and reconciling budgets related to EDI and anti-racism initiatives.
• Analyze, review and report on metrics related to impact of EDI events, campaigns, programs and activities within the Department
• Implement educational and programming needs assessments and develop benchmarks and metrics to evaluate and assess the delivery, use and efficacy of training programs and resources.
• Recommend continuous improvements and revisions to training programs and resources.
• Develop, deliver and maintain training and education offerings within the department.
• Write a variety of documents such as correspondence, reports, presentations, and training materials.
• Collaborate with the Department's Communication team to manage EDI content on Department's webpage in a timely and efficient manner.
• Plan, coordinate and evaluate EDI and anti-racism initiatives and community engagement approaches within the Department including events.
• Prepare estimates of time and resources required for programming and events.
• Stay informed and provide recommendations of best practices in EDI training and education offerings.

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

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.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.