Through the North Star Initiative, CAMH is expanding its research enterprise by recruiting exceptional scientists from around the world. This strategic initiative supports new investigators across career stages—from early-career to senior leaders—through a combination of salary support, start-up funds, mentorship and collaborative infrastructure.
Why CAMH?
- Global Reputation – CAMH is Canada’s largest mental health teaching hospital and a world-leading research centre.
- World-Class Facilities – Set to open in 2027, the Temerty Discovery Centre will be among the finest brain science research facilities globally, purpose-built to foster innovation and translation.
- Funding & Support – CAMH offers competitive salary packages, start-up funds, grant-writing support, and long-term stability for breakthrough science.
- Unmatched Research Ecosystem – Collaborate across TAHSN, one of North America’s largest and most productive academic health science centres, with access to leading experts, facilities, and interdisciplinary opportunities.
- Thriving City – Toronto is one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities, with a vibrant cultural scene and an inclusive academic community.
The North Star Initiative is grounded in our belief that innovation in mental health requires bold ideas, inclusive teams, and long-term support. Our recruitment packages reflect this commitment—with funding to help you establish or grow your program of research and build the collaborations that matter.
We are especially interested in researchers whose work addresses the needs of historically underserved communities and fills critical gaps in the mental health research landscape.
CAMH's North Star initiative is a key partner to UHN's Canada Leads, and together we are collaborating to give researchers unmatched scientific and career opportunities.
Your Next Step
Register your interest in the North Star Initiative
Learn more about research at CAMH
