Postdoctoral Fellow - Climate Change and Health Vulnerability

Dalhousie University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Climate Change and Health Vulnerability to work with a multidisciplinary team on developing health vulnerability indices related to climate change. The position, starting May 1, 2025, is for one year with potential renewal. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant field and experience with quantitative methods. The role involves project management, data analysis, and publication writing.
Position Information

Position Title

Postdoctoral Fellow - Climate Change and Health Vulnerability

Posting Number

PTAP2857P

Department/Unit

Health & Human Performance

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

The Centre for Planetary Health and Sustainable Care at Dalhousie University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF) position. The PDF will work with a multidisciplinary team on the development of human health vulnerability indices associated with climate change. The position is available effective May 1, 2025, and will be for a period of one year with the possibility of renewal for another year.

The Centre for Planetary Health and Sustainable Care is an interdisciplinary research and
training environment committed to exploring the complex interconnections between human
health, environmental sustainability, and equitable care systems. We conduct research and
education that addresses critical global challenges, fostering solutions that promote the wellbeing
of both people and the planet.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will lead and manage climate and health research projects, including the maintenance of collaborations with partner organizations, data collection and analysis activities, preparation and presentation of reports, and writing of articles for peer-reviewed publications. The Centre for Planetary Health and Sustainable Care is committed to scientifically rigorous research to support the creation of sustainable, inclusive solutions to improve population health. The PDFs will support a research environment guided by ideal values of reciprocity, collegiality, and diversity, trust and wellness.

Qualifications/Requirements of Position

The ideal PDF candidate will have the following attributes:
• Completed (or ABD) a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant field (epidemiology, health geography, environmental health or similar);
• Demonstrated experience with quantitative methods, and ideally analysis using R and related spatial analysis software (ArcPro, QGIS);
• Exceptional oral and written communication in English, with a clear emerging track record of peer-reviewed publication;
• Excellent organizational, time and project management skills.

The PDF must be willing to apply (if eligible) for Postdoctoral fellowship programs and will be
supported in developing applications as necessary. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae,
a brief letter of research interests in relation to the list of qualifications, a writing sample, and
names and contact information for three referees.

Salary Range/Pay Rate

$61,000 - $70,000 (depending on experience)

Additional Information

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.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information

Term of appointment

One-year, anticipated start date of May 1, 2025

Open Date

Close Date

05/30/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/18583