Postdoctoral Fellow - Translating Research in Elder Care (TREC)

at  University of Alberta

Department Faculty of Nursing
Posted date January 23, 2024
Closing date Will remain open until filled.
Position Type Full Time

DESCRIPTION

This is a full-time position for a 1 year period with the possibility of renewal, contingent on satisfactory performance and funding. The postdoctoral fellow will receive a salary of approximately $65,000 (commensurate with qualifications) with benefits package found at Postdoctoral Fellows Benefits, university office space, use of appropriate computer services, full access to university libraries, and a travel budget for data collection.
Location- Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton

QUALIFICATIONS

• A PhD in a relevant field is an absolute requirement
• Knowledge, skill and experience in qualitative research is an absolute requirement
• Outstanding and demonstrated skills writing for peer reviewed publications
• Demonstrated proficiency in data management software (e.g., NVIVO, Quirkos, Atlas.ti)
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence and initiative
• Ability to make and adhere to self-imposed timelines
• Background in health and specifically LTC is an asset
• Candidate able to begin the position by April 1, 2024 at latest
  At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.
  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
  The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply

• This large-scale, mixed methods project uses sequential exploratory and confirmatory designs.
• In collaboration with the project coordinator, the postdoctoral fellow will follow the project timeline of the mixed-methods project, produce reports for the different panels to refine the analyses in a series of action cycles, support/lead the writing of scientific papers etc.
• The postdoctoral fellow will have additional opportunities to collaborate with TREC researchers, research assistants, and staff on various TREC projects.