Postdoctoral Position in Indigenous and Global - Edmonton, Canada - University of Alberta

University of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Department Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry - Medicine Dept

Posted date March 16, 2021

Closing date Will remain open until filled.

Position Type Full Time

Description:

Work environment:
It is anticipated the position will primarily involve working remotely off-campus. Travel to communities in Northwest Territories and Nunavut is expected.

Start date:
Ongoing

Length of contract:
Six months to two years

Expected hours:40 hours/week

Execute research activities including the design and implementation of projects
Develop research methods and objectives and conduct activities related to communitybased participatory research projects
Ensure that deliverables for each research project are identified, and the timeline is adhered to accordingly
Have experience with both quantitative and qualitative research methods
Use SAS and NVivo to analyze quantitative and qualitative data
Contribute to writing peerreviewed scientific manuscripts
Interpret and rewrite technical information regarding research techniques and outcomes to make them easier to understand to relevant stakeholders (community, government, funders, etc.)
Work closely and cooperatively with project staff
Consult with principal investigators, coprincipal investigators, project partners, community stakeholders, and staff

Qualifications:

PhD in a related public health science
PhD completed within 05 years
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Qualitative and Quantitative data analysis experience
Experience using SAS and NVivo software
Strong data management skills for the preparation of research papers and grant proposals
Excellent networking skills and sensitivity, in order to liaise with community partners, coprincipal investigators and internal and external team members
Experience working with Indigenous, ethnic minority, and/or vulnerable populations and knowledge of cultural protocol is an asset
A beginning record of publications (3 publications in preparation or submitted)
A research proposal development plan for provincial and national funding competitions for postdoctoral awards
Strong analytical, critical thinking, organization, and leadership skills
Advanced knowledge of various analysis software packages
Experience in communitybased participatory and intervention research

Read more about the Indigenous & Global Health Research Group here:

A onepage cover letter
Contact details for 3 professional referees

No interviews will be conducted in person; all will be done via Zoom.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.