Skip to Main Content
You are now in the main content area

Indigenous Self Reflection Reviewer

Department: School of Medicine 
Position supervisor: Associate Director, Curriculum (Indigenous Communities and Health) 
Contract length: ASAP to June 2026
Hours of work per week: 1-2 hours per week (Flexible) 
Position type: Non Union Casual (Temporary) 
Rate of pay: $53/hour

About Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

As an employer, we are working towards a people first culture and are proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. To learn more about our work environment, colleagues, leaders, students and innovative educational environment, visit www.torontomu.ca, check out @TorontoMet (external link)  and @ECItorontomet (external link)  on Twitter, and visit our LinkedIn company page (external link) .

About the School of Medicine

It’s time to transform medical education. Toronto Metropolitan University’s School of Medicine will be designed from the ground up to shift the paradigm of healthcare delivery and improve the well-being of individuals, families and communities. With a community-driven, intentionally inclusive approach, the new school will train doctors whose cultural awareness and humility are as crucial as their medical skills.

Led by Dr. Teresa M. Chan, a forward-thinking educational leader, TMU’s School of Medicine will draw on the university’s commitment to community, equity, and innovation to address rapidly changing healthcare needs. The school will train a new generation of physicians who are ready to learn, to adapt, and ultimately to be agents of change.

The Opportunity

  • The MD Program at TMU is seeking Indigenous persons to provide feedback on self-reflections and Mastery Assessments for medical students. The reviewer would provide written feedback in response to students’ monthly self reflections. The reviewer would also provide written feedback in response to Mastery Assessments that occur every 2 months. This role is intended to provide space for diverse Indigenous voices guiding students' learning experiences throughout the course.  Engaging multiple Indigenous people to provide feedback to medical students helps reflect the diversity of Indigenous perspectives.  Indigenous self reflection reviewers will support student learning activities in the Indigenous Communities and Health (MED140) course, which focuses on Indigenous health, equity, and social accountability in healthcare.
  • Individuals in this role, will review student’s self-reflections, including Mastery Assessments -  these reflections are specific to the Indigenous Communities and Health course. 
  • For further details, including course descriptions and the academic calendar, please visit the website.
  • This is a rewarding opportunity to shape the next generation of physicians and contribute to the academic and professional development of medical students in an engaging and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

  • Candidates must self-identify as Indigenous, First Nations, Inuit or Métis Peoples, or Indigenous peoples of North America, preferably with a strong commitment to Indigenous knowledge, methodologies and experience in collaborating with Indigenous students, organizations and communities.
  • Knowledge of Indigenous learning methodologies, ways of knowing, and assessment.
  • Knowledge of Year 1 (Phase 1) course topics, including Indigenous culture, Indigenous health, anti-racism, equity, and healthcare system inequities, is an asset.
  • Commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and equitable learning environment for all students.
  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. 

How to apply

Interested candidates can apply for the role of Indigenous self reflection reviewers by submitting the application form available  (google form) here (external link) . 

Once applications are reviewed, shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next steps in the selection process.

Toronto Metropolitan University’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

  • We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications. If you are an Indigenous applicant and require support during the recruitment process, please reach out to James McKay, Indigenous HR Lead at james13@torontomu.ca.
  • Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
  • We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process,please reach out to Human Resources: 
  • All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.