Postdoctoral Scholar in Cancer Epidemiology

at  The University of Calgary

Description
Area: Cancer Epidemiology
Duration: 2 years with possibility of extension
Start Date: October 2024 (negotiable)
Salary: minimum of $70,000 per annum plus Plan C benefits
The Departments of Community Health Sciences and Oncology in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Cancer Epidemiology.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Postdoctoral Scholar will be supervised by Dr. Miranda Fidler-Benaoudia and will undertake population health and health systems research related to survivors of pediatric (0-14 year-olds) and/or adolescent and young adult (AYA; 15-39 year-olds) cancer. The successful candidate will work on a variety of cancer epidemiologic research studies that utilize registry, administrative health (Discharge Abstract Database, National Ambulatory Care Reporting System, and Practitioner Claims), and questionnaire (e.g. patient-reported outcomes, risk factor assessment) data. Immediate research projects include the investigation of chronic health condition risks, follow-up care and guideline adherence, oncofertility, healthcare utilization, and cancer prevention at young ages. Future areas of research include understanding social support and end-of-life care needs. Additional projects can be developed based upon the successful candidate’s interests. The start date is negotiable for the right candidate.

Independent judgment, attention to detail, timeliness, ability to learn new methods and strong problem-solving skills will be essential in performing the job duties. Specific required skills include:

• Manipulating large and complex datasets;
• Conducting data quality checks and logging corrections;
• Conducting basic and advanced statistical analyses in Stata and/or R, and documenting data analysis steps;
• Preparing written summaries of data analyses including figures and tables, as needed for scientific papers;
• Leading the writing and preparation of manuscripts for publication;
• Presenting research at provincial, national, and international conferences;
• Assisting in the development of grant applications;
• Assisting in the preparation of study materials for research projects;
• Working in a diverse team; and
• In-scope supervision of other staff members and/or trainees.

The Postdoctoral Scholar will be a member of the Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute, O’Brien Institute for Public Health, and the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute. As a part of ongoing development, the Postdoctoral Scholar will have access to seminars, research forums, journal clubs, invited speakers and visiting scholars, and will have the opportunity for further education and training in epidemiology and data science, as needed. Application to postdoctoral scholarships will be expected. National and international conference attendance will be supported.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD degree in Epidemiology or Public Health or Biostatistics with graduate-level Epidemiology degree, completed within the last 3 years
• Established peer-reviewed publication record
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Preference will be given to candidates with two or more years’ experience in a research setting, knowledge of oncology, and/or experience using administrative health databases

• Manipulating large and complex datasets;
• Conducting data quality checks and logging corrections;
• Conducting basic and advanced statistical analyses in Stata and/or R, and documenting data analysis steps;
• Preparing written summaries of data analyses including figures and tables, as needed for scientific papers;
• Leading the writing and preparation of manuscripts for publication;
• Presenting research at provincial, national, and international conferences;
• Assisting in the development of grant applications;
• Assisting in the preparation of study materials for research projects;
• Working in a diverse team; and
• In-scope supervision of other staff members and/or trainees