Post-Doctoral Researcher

at  McGill University

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Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented post-doctoral researcher with an interest in cancer prevention and/or pharmacoepidemiology to take a leading role in an externally funded research project on ovarian cancer. The postdoc will work with established primary care data from the Clinical Practice Research Datalink. The specific project, funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, focuses on the use of intrauterine devices vs. oral contraceptives in relation to ovarian cancer incidence. The postdoc will join a team of McGill University professors and researchers at St. Mary’s Research Centre and the Lady Davis Institute, with co-investigators at the Université de Montréal and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital (Boston). The postdoc will collaborate with research staff in the development of the necessary analytic files, lead the statistical analyses, and prepare manuscripts for publication.

Qualifications:

• A doctorate in epidemiology or closely related field
• Strong data manipulation and analytic skills using statistical programming software, preferably SAS
• Demonstrated ability to write clearly and logically in English to produce high quality publications
• Demonstrated scientific rigour and the ability to synthesize and summarize
• Experience with large databases
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Autonomy and leadership

Annual Salary:
$50,000 to $58,000 + benefits commensurate with experience
Supervisors:
Dr. Anita Koushik and Dr. Laurent Azoulay
Work Locations:
St. Mary’s Research Centre and Lady Davis Institute

Note:

• Interested candidates should provide a cover letter clearly indicating your interest in the research areas and project topic, your career plans, and when you are available to begin.
• A CV detailing your academic accomplishments.
• A copy of one relevant publication

Annual Salary:
(AMURE Post-Doctoral Fellow Researcher) $41,500.00
Hours per Week:
35 (Full time)
Location:
St. Marys Hospital
Supervisor:
Professor
Position Start Date:
2024-02-08
Position End Date:
2025-02-07
Deadline to Apply:
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,
accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca

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