Pediatric or Perinatal Epidemiologist
Description
The Departments of Pediatrics and Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Dalhousie University and the IWK Health Centre are seeking applicants for one faculty position in the Perinatal Epidemiology Research Unit (PERU). This position is a tenure-stream, full-time faculty position with a joint appointment in both departments (50% in each department). Academic rank and remuneration will be commensurate with experience. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2026.
Dalhousie University is a leading academic and research institution in Atlantic Canada. PERU comprises three full-time PhD-trained faculty members and the Departments of Pediatrics and Obstetrics & Gynaecology have an active cadre of PhD-trained and clinical researchers. Through close ties with the Reproductive Care Program of Nova Scotia and Health Data Nova Scotia, scientists affiliated with PERU will have access to the population-based provincial perinatal and administrative health databases and other clinical and administrative data sources. Dalhousie University also houses the Atlantic Research Data Centre. The successful candidate will also be supported administratively by IWK Health Research Services. The environment is highly favourable for conducting epidemiologic research.
The successful candidate is expected to attain regional and/or national funding to pursue an active independent research program focused on pediatric epidemiology, which may include child health, or perinatal research with a focus on neonatal and infant health. They will engage in collaborative research projects with faculty in the Dalhousie academic community, including clinical faculty within the Departments of Pediatrics and Obstetrics & Gynaecology. The position requires active and committed involvement in teaching residents, fellows, and medical students. The successful candidate will be encouraged to apply for a cross-appointment with the Department of Community Health and Epidemiology or another graduate degree program, which will provide the opportunity for graduate student supervision, teaching, and collaboration. The position involves some contribution to administration and service at the departmental, university, and national levels.
The candidate’s academic qualifications must include a PhD degree in Epidemiology or a related area with demonstrated evidence of research in pediatric or perinatal health research. The proposed program of research should be in population health research, infectious disease epidemiology, clinical epidemiology, or quantitative health policy evaluation. The candidate must have a demonstrated ability to independently conduct research in their field and have the potential to attain regional and national funding to support that research. The capacity to engage in collaborative projects and expertise using large databases will be considered strong assets. Teaching experience, enthusiasm, and vision are required.
Additional information
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
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The application deadline is June 15, 2025. Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae; a cover letter, a statement outlining their research experience, interests, and vision for their future research program; and a teaching statement.
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Job Type: Full-time
Contact
Contact: Maneesha Guruge
Phone: (902) 470-2742
Email: maneesha.guruge@iwk.nshealth.ca
Website: https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/18718