Opportunities

About Western
Western ranks as one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities. From
fundamental to applied discovery and other scholarly activities, its scholars advance
knowledge that provides tangible benefits for the economic, social, health and
cultural development of citizens in London, in Canada and around the world.
Western Research supports scholars through collaboration, communication, and
service. Western University and its affiliate colleges received more than $267 million
in research funding over the past year.

About the Role
Duration: This is a one-year, full-time position with potential for renewal conditional
on funding and performance.
Start Date: Negotiable start date.
Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found.
Location: While primarily based in London Ontario, remote work options are
available for this role. The position may require occasional travel and/or in-person
meetings and is open to candidates who will reside in Canada at the start of the
position.
Salary: $70,000 per year plus benefits.
The Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics is home to a dynamic research
team conducting research on determinants of healthy aging. Our work focuses on
how social determinants of health, health-related behaviors, and environmental
factors shape health trajectories among middle-aged and older adults in Canada and
Europe. The postdoctoral associate (PDA) will apply their expertise and knowledge to
CIHR and Heart & Stroke-funded projects in one of these areas and will work closely
with Dr. Piotr Wilk and other Principal Investigators.

Key Responsibilities
− Conduct quantitative data analysis using large complex data sets (e.g.,
administrative health databases, survey data, and environmental data)
− Prepare and review analytic output, in collaboration with the research team
− Lead and collaborate on manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
− Contribute to writing and submitting grant applications
− Support the training and supervision of research assistants
− Contribute to knowledge translation activities
− Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position

Qualifications
− Recent PhD degree (within the last three years) in a relevant area of focus
(e.g., population health, healthy aging, and/or social and environmental
determinants of health)
− Previous experience with large complex datasets, particularly health
administrative data and population-based longitudinal surveys
− Knowledge of publication processes with demonstrated expertise in leading,
contributing to, and writing peer-reviewed publications with superior writing
skills
− Experience preparing grant applications and, preferably, familiar with
Canadian funding agencies
− Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary, international team
environment
− Detail-oriented with an ability to process information with high levels of
accuracy
− Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
− Excellent communication skills with the ability to document technical
information
Please apply by sending a single file including a Cover Letter that clearly describes
experience and interests, Academic CV, writing sample, and the names and contact
information (including email) for 2-3 references to both Dr. Piotr Wilk
(pwilk3@uwo.ca) and Alana Maltby (amaltby3@uwo.ca)

Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed
to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from
women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons,
persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any
gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants
with disabilities throughout the recruitment process

The Canadian Statistical Sciences Institute (CANSSI) Ontario is offering funding of up to $5,000 for trainees or researchers affiliated with a CANSSI Ontario member university who are interested in accessing and working with large data sources, such as the CLSA.