The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward
Island (UPEI) is seeking a highly-qualified applicant for a research
scientist position in the Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) program in
Aquatic Epidemiology. The goal of the CERC program is to make UPEI and
Canada the global leader in applied aquatic epidemiology research (with an
ecosystem health focus).
The successful applicant will join a multi-disciplinary team of
epidemiologists, epidemiological modelers, statisticians, finfish and
shellfish clinicians, ecosystem health and regulatory veterinary medicine
specialists whose work focuses on holistic approaches to assist the Canadian
and international aquaculture industries improve the productivity,
sustainability and health of aquatic food animal stocks.
Qualifications:
• Applicants must have a PhD in epidemiology, biostatistics, or a related
discipline, with strong quantitative and modeling skills
• A strong publication record post PhD, particularly in areas of
quantitative epidemiology or application of complex models to research
• Individuals must be self-motivated and able to work both independently,
and as an effective partner in the UPEI CERC team
• A DVM degree and expertise in aquatic food animal diseases and aquaculture
are desirable
Closing date: June 10, 2016
For more information and application instructions:
http://www.upei.ca/hr/competition/48e16
