Summary
The University of British Columbia (UBC) is offering a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in the Department of Emergency Medicine. The role is focused on research in influenza surveillance, vaccine effectiveness, and pandemic preparedness through the Canadian Emergency Department Research Network (CEDRN).
Postdoctoral Research Fellow – CEDRN, Vancouver, Canada
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Area
- Epidemiology
- Biostatistics
- Public Health
- Health Services Research
Location
Vancouver, Canada
Eligibility/Qualification
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, or related field |
| Experience | – Expertise in epidemiologic study design and vaccine effectiveness evaluation – Experience in coordinating multi-site research – Quantitative analytical skills; familiarity with mixed-methods research is an asset |
| Technical Skills | Intermediate/advanced skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Stata, SAS, or R; NVivo experience advantageous |
| Communication Skills | Excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills |
| Other Requirements | Self-directed, able to handle multiple commitments, and respectful of diverse perspectives |
Description
The successful applicant will be responsible for:
- Developing and implementing ED-based influenza surveillance protocols
- Conducting scoping assessments across CEDRN sites
- Identifying barriers to feasibility, implementation, or data capture
- Coordinating pilot site activities, including ethics submissions
- Conducting descriptive and advanced quantitative analyses
- Mentoring graduate students and research staff
- Producing analytical plans, abstracts, manuscripts, and conference presentations
- Contributing to knowledge translation activities with health system partners
How to Apply
Applicants should submit their applications and inquiries through the UBC job portal, referencing the number PDFO-59093.
Last Date for Apply
April 13, 2026, by 12:00 PM
For further information, please visit the following link: UBC Faculty Jobs
