Post Doctoral Fellow MAP Homeless Research Operations (Job ID: 4570)
MAP Centre for Urban Health Solutions is a world-leading research centre dedicated to creating a healthier future for all. MAP is part of the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute of St. Michael¿s Hospital at Unity Health Toronto and fully affiliated with the University of Toronto.
MAP is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow to contribute to an internationally-recognized research program on homelessness, housing and health, as a member of a team under the leadership of Dr. Stephen Hwang. The research program focuses primarily on the development of program and policy interventions to improve the health of people experiencing homelessness and to end homelessness itself. The team uses a broad array of methods, including community-based participatory approaches, health services research using administrative databases, and qualitative and quantitative methods, including implementation and process evaluation and randomized controlled trials.
Current areas of active research include: improving service coordination and housing outcomes for people experiencing chronic homelessness; and optimizing in-hospital and post-hospital health care and supports for patients experiencing homelessness. Areas for possible future research development include: interventions to reduce social isolation among people with current and recent experiences of homelessness; and the evaluation of educational programs to enhance the quality of care that physicians and other health care professionals provide to people experiencing homelessness.
The postdoctoral fellow will be involved in identifying research gaps, generating research questions, designing and managing qualitative and/or quantitative studies, and developing proposals and analysis plans for analyses of various data sources. The fellow will lead and contribute to reports, peer-reviewed publications and funding applications, and will have opportunities to engage with policymakers, community agencies, data providers and people with lived and living experience. Other activities include presenting at conferences and other knowledge sharing events, and supervising undergraduate and practicum students. In addition to the above, the fellow will have the opportunity to conduct their own research within the scope of the research program or related to the team¿s current studies.
The fellow will receive mentorship and direction from Dr. Stephen Hwang and work closely with a team of highly experienced research staff, internal and external collaborators and people with lived and living experience of homelessness.
Activities:
·Lead new research and contribute to ongoing projects and knowledge sharing activities under the direction of the supervising scientist, and with guidance from the team
·Develop research protocols and budgets; initiate and coordinate research ethics applications including amendments, renewals, staff changes and study closure
·Conduct data analysis and coordinate analyses with team and external partners where appropriate
·Select appropriate methods to analyze data and provide interpretation of research results
·Conduct ongoing review of relevant literature to keep up-to-date with current knowledge
·Participate in and lead project meetings by providing insightful and intellectual discussions and presentations
·Prepare reports and manuscripts for publication, under the guidance and mentorship of the supervising scientist and in collaboration with the team
·Revise manuscript drafts in response to reviewer and editor comments; review and correct article proofs
·Contribute to writing funding proposals to obtain funding, including but not limited to a CIHR Postdoctoral Fellowship application
·Provide mentorship to students and junior trainees, research staff and community collaborators on the methodological and logistical aspects of conducting research
·Develop and maintain internal and external relationships for research collaborations and partnerships
·Adhere to hospital, ethics and privacy laws, regulations and standards
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:
·Within the past 1-2 years, completed a recognized Doctoral (PhD, DrPH or equivalent) degree or currently in their last year of completing their degree in health or public health, or other health-related science or relevant social science or humanities field
·Demonstrated interest in social determinants of health, health equity, homelessness, and intervention research
·Experience in evaluation, health services research or public policy research
·Experience in several aspects of study development, initiation, execution, data analysis and interpretation
·Experience in qualitative and/or quantitative data management and analysis
·Experience with the preparation of manuscripts and data presentation
·Detail oriented with very good analytical skills related to research proposal development and project management
·Experience with statistical software (qualitative and quantitative) and referencing software
·Excellent communication (verbal/written) and interpersonal skills
·Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects in a timely manner, while being flexible to adapt to changing workload
·Ability to cultivate relationships and collaborate effectively within a team setting, including working with community members as research partners and/or study participants
Conditions of Employment:
This position includes benefits and may allow for a hybrid work schedule with onsite work based at St. Michael¿s Hospital, Toronto. The normal hours of work are 37.5 hours per week for a full-time postdoctoral fellow, recognizing that the needs of the research and training program may require some flexibility in duties and hours of work.
Confirmation of degree completion must be provided before the position start date.
As a condition of employment, all external hires will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination in Ontario QR Code format unless a valid accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code exists. All internal candidates must comply with Unity Health Toronto's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. If you do not have a Canada/Ontario approved QR Code, please apply for one as QR codes from other provinces or countries will not be accepted and can delay your start date.
A criminal record check is required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Unity Health Toronto reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
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Application instructions:
Please apply through the Unity Health Toronto website and include as separate attachments:
Letter of interest noting relevant experience, training, skills and career goals
Up-to-date curriculum vitae with relevant employment, volunteer and academic experience
Two sample publications including details of your contributions to the conception and design of the work, drafting or making critical revisions, approving and submitting the work
Two names of referees including their contact information
Equity statement:
Equity and diversity are essential to research and 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 Ontario Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
As a condition of employment, all external hires will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination or documentation unless a valid accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code exists. Please note, if you are extended an offer of employment, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination in Ontario QR Code format. All internal candidates must be in compliance with Unity Health Toronto's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Please Note: If you do not have a Canada/Ontario approved QR Code, please get one, as QR codes from other countries will not be accepted and can delay your start date. Please Note: Registering and making an account with Unity Health does not mean you have submitted and application for the position you would like to apply for.
Please ensure you register and make an account with Unity Health AND apply to the position. Both need to be completed to consider your application.
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