Postdoctoral Researcher - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

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Description

Position:
Postdoctoral Researcher

Job Posting #920871

Site:
TRI - University Centre

Department:
Data Science and Healthcare Policy

Reports to:
Physiatrist-in-Chief & Program Medical Director

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Status:
Temporary Full Time (12 months)

Shifts:
N/A

Posted Date:
June 08, 2023

Closing Date:
July 08, 2023

The
University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education.

The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

University Health Network (UHN) represents the coming together of shared values and diverse expertise in patient care, research, and teaching.

Each of our facilities (Toronto General Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Western Hospital, and Toronto Rehabilitation Institute) makes a unique contribution to the whole.

Together, we create something far greater than the sum of our parts.

At Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, our model of interprofessional care means that patients benefit from a diverse team of healthcare professionals with specialized skills and expertise.

We work with individuals and their families to develop an individualized treatment plan that meets their needs. We focus on superior outcomes for every patient.

The research arm of the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, KITE, is a world leader in complex rehabilitation science and is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with the effects of disability, illness, and aging.

KITE's areas of focus include prevention, restoration, enhanced participation, and independent living.

Researchers are actively engaged in developing new treatments, devices, and products as well as gathering evidence that guides changes to policy and public opinion.

Position Summary

The KITE Research institute at UHN is seeking an experienced Postdoctoral Researcher to fill a 12-month contract position, with the option of renewal depending on funding.

This individual will work with a project team comprising of key partners and experts in the areas of spinal cord injury (SCI) and traumatic brain injury (TBI).

The Neurotrauma Care Pathways (NCP) Project is an initiative funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health to identify and provide options on how to implement integrated Ideal Care Pathways for TBI and SCI across the continuum of care (from pre-acute to lifelong community care).

Our portfolio also includes the development and implementation of standardized indicators to inform quality of care and healthcare system changes.

We produce recurrent system reports for TBI and SCI based on administrative health databases.

A current priority of the NCP is to expand our knowledge about ageing with new and existing TBI and SCI.

Duties

This position is part of a CIHR team grant titled: Integration of brain and spinal cord injury care for older Ontarians: current state and action strategies.

This work involves creating and implementing data creation plans with ICES, reviewing and analyzing demographic and health record data, and converting the data into lay and specialized documents (policy briefs and peer-reviewed publications).

Attributes and Qualifications:

Completed their PhD within the last 5 years.
Expertise in one of the methodological areas highlighted above.
Experience leading the development of diverse forms of publications (e.g., peerreviewed, lay reports, specialized reports, and policy briefs).
Ability to work remotely.
Ability to attend occasional inperson meetings.

Starting date:
July 4, 2023

Type:
hybrid

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks.

It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

Competitive offer packages
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance disc