Academic Research Scholar (Ars) (Designated)

The BC-CAD-A project focuses on identifying prevalence of breast cancer among Black women and Black populations in the Atlantic using an intersectional lens; the social and structural determinants of health that impact Breast cancer screening and treatment in the Atlantic, and testing the efficacy of the "Afrocentric screening protocols" for Black women and populations in the Atlantic.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Academic Research Scholar (ARS) provides both a wide and deep cross-range of support to the research team. This includes managing operations and budgeting and providing project coordination and support for this project. The ARS operates with an exceptional level of professionalism, confidentiality, efficiency, accuracy, and knowledge of priorities and risks, and will support overall project success factors and accountability. Highly self-sufficient and independent, the ARS must exercise sound judgement, prioritization, and decision-making skills. The ARS is also responsible for drafting articles, planning, organizing, and executing the effective operation of the project, project administration, project reporting, event planning, including budget management, information, and records management.

Due to the needs of this project, the successful candidate is required to be based in Halifax, NS.

Note: To be eligible for this position, you must self-identify as a person of Black/African descent and/or as African Nova Scotian. 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

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. In keeping with the principles of Dalhousie's Employment Equity Plan, the position is designated to candidates who self-identify as persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians).

Note: To be eligible for this position, you must self-identify as a person of Black/African descent and/or as African Nova Scotian. 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