Job Description

Academic

Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining

Job Title Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Department Therapeutics Initiative | Department of Anesthesiology, Pharmacology and Therapeutics | Faculty of Medicine (Colin Dormuth)

Posting End Date January 15, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date Jan 31, 2025

The expected pay for this position is $5,000 per month.

The Therapeutics Initiative at the University of British Columbia seeks a full-time (1.0 FTE) postdoctoral fellow for an initial appointment of 1 year with the possibility of renewal. The postdoctoral fellow will conduct research in the areas of knowledge synthesis (systematic reviews, guidelines) and implementation science (including qualitative research), and also be expected to lead stakeholder engagement related to both these areas of research. The fellow will work on projects related to deprescribing and reducing low-value laboratory testing.

The postdoctoral fellow will report to Drs. Anshula Ambasta and Wade Thompson, Assistant Professors, and Dr. Colin Dormuth, Associate Professor, Dept of Anesthesiology, Pharmacology & Therapeutics, and will work closely with other faculty members, project managers, and staff. This is a funded postdoctoral position although we welcome applications from fellows who have secured funding prior to applying.

Drs. Ambasta, Dormuth, and Thompson are members of the Therapeutics Initiative ( ), which provides expert independent evidence on healthcare interventions. Dr. Thompson also co-leads .

The primary activities of the Postdoctoral Research Fellow include:

• Leading systematic reviews and systematic review updates
• Leading knowledge synthesis efforts, in particular developing and updating evidence-based guidelines

• Leading and/or assisting with qualitative research (interviews, data analysis)

• Leading stakeholder engagement activities (e.g., with healthcare providers, patients/public)
• Writing research abstracts, summary reports, and scientific articles, and submitting articles to peer-reviewed journals;
• Presenting study results to the scientific community at national and international conferences;
• Identifying and pursuing secondary research projects and research funding; and
• Collaborating with other research teams.

Qualifications:
The qualified candidate will have a doctorate degree in a relevant discipline (i.e., Epidemiology, Public Health or a related field as long as the candidate has a strong experience in knowledge synthesis). Minimum of four years related experience with a strong research publication record. We are looking for highly motivated individuals with a desire to develop an independent research agenda, and with the following skills:

• Demonstrated skills in systematic reviews and knowledge synthesis
• Demonstrated skills in qualitative research

• Experience with stakeholder engagement and patient/public involvement in research
• Education/training and experience in knowledge synthesis and qualitative research
• Excellent communication skills, including strong writing, research, and interpersonal skills;
• High-level conceptual, analytical, and critical appraisal skills; and
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to work closely with members of a research team.

• Experience with guideline development would be an asset

Duration and Salary:
The start date will be negotiated with the successful candidates and will be for an initial appointment of 1 year. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application
Interested individuals should send their curriculum vitae with all relevant employment and academic experience; 1-2 writing samples (publications or thesis chapter); and a cover letter, noting research experience and interest in the position.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

University of British Columbia