Postdoctoral Fellow – Epidemiology

Job title:

Postdoctoral Fellow – Epidemiology

Company

Dalhousie University

Job description

The Centre for Planetary Health and Sustainable Care at Dalhousie University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF) position. The PDF will work with a multidisciplinary team on characterizing associations between urban environmental quality and birth outcomes. The position is available effective May 1, 2025, and will be for a period of one year.The Centre for Planetary Health and Sustainable Care is an interdisciplinary research and
training environment committed to exploring the complex interconnections between human
health, environmental sustainability, and equitable care systems. We conduct research and
education that addresses critical global challenges, fostering solutions that promote the wellbeing
of both people and the planet.The Postdoctoral Fellow will lead and manage climate and health research projects, including the maintenance of collaborations with partner organizations, data collection and analysis activities, preparation and presentation of reports, and writing of articles for peer-reviewed publications. The Centre for Planetary Health and Sustainable Care is committed to scientifically rigorous research to support the creation of sustainable, inclusive solutions to improve population health. The PDFs will support a research environment guided by ideal values of reciprocity, collegiality, and diversity, trust and wellness.
Qualifications/Requirements of PositionThe ideal PDF candidate will have the following attributes:

• Completed (or ABD) a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant field (epidemiology, health geography (quantitative), environmental health or relevant discipline);
• Demonstrated experience with quantitative statistical methods, and ideally analysis using R and related spatial analysis software (ArcPro, QGIS);
• Exceptional oral and written communication in English, with a clear emerging track record of peer-reviewed publication;
• Excellent organizational, time and project management skills.

The PDF must be willing to apply (if eligible) for Postdoctoral fellowship programs and will be supported in developing applications as necessary. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a brief letter of research interests in relation to the list of qualifications, a writing sample, and names and contact information for three referees. Please send the application to Dr. Daniel Rainham ( ). Salary and remuneration is commensurate with experience. More information on working as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Dalhousie University can be found here: .
Salary Range/Pay Rate $62,000 – $70,000
Additional InformationDalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit .Posting Detail InformationTerm of appointment 1 Year, anticipated start date of June 1, 2025
Open Date
Close Date 05/30/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to PostingDocuments Needed to ApplyRequired Documents * Cover Letter

• Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• List of referees

Optional Documents * Sample Publication(s)

Expected salary

Location

Halifax, NS

Job date

Thu, 15 May 2025 00:24:24 GMT

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