Description
Area: Epidemiology, Health Economics
Duration: 2 years with the possibility of extension
Start Date: September 2026 (negotiable)
Salary: Minimum of $70,000 per annum plus Plan C benefits
The Department of Community Health Sciences and Oncology in the Cumming School of Medicine and the Department of Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention Research within Cancer Care Alberta's at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Epidemiology, Health Economics.
Job Description:
The Postdoctoral Scholar will be supervised by Dr. Miranda Fidler-Benaoudia and will undertake research investigating late effects of having cancer as a child or adolescent (<18 years at diagnosis) using a population-based, clinical cohort from Alberta, Canada. The successful candidate will work on a variety of cancer epidemiologic research studies that utilize registries and administrative health databases, including the Discharge Abstract Database, National Ambulatory Care Reporting System, and Practitioner Claims. While the immediate research project of interest will explore healthcare utilization and related costs among survivors of childhood and adolescent cancer, 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
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Conducting data quality checks and logging corrections
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Conducting basic and advanced statistical analyses in Stata and/or R, and documenting data analysis steps
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Preparing written summaries of data analyses including figures and tables, as needed for scientific papers
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Leading the writing and preparation of manuscripts for publication
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Assisting in the development of grant applications
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Assisting in the preparation of recruitment and data collection materials for research projects
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Working in a diverse team
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In-scope supervision of other staff members and/or trainees
As part of ongoing development, the Postdoctoral Scholar will also 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:
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PhD degree, completed within the last 3 years, in Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics or Health Economics
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Established peer-reviewed publication record
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Strong written and oral communication skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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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
Application Details:
Individuals interested in this challenging and rewarding opportunity in a growth-oriented organization should submit the following documents through the online portal:
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Letter of interest
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Curriculum vitae
Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted during the week of July 20, 2026.
The terms and conditions of employment are covered under the UCalgary and PDAC Collective Agreement. To find out more about postdoctoral scholar program at the University of Calgary visit our Postdocs website.
To learn more about postdoctoral scholar opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Postdoc Careers website.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders' in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from the strongest economy in the nation and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([email protected]).
