CHL5420H Position Description – Emergency Posting
As the world becomes increasingly interdependent and the health of people and the health of national economies are similarly inter-related, growing numbers of public and private institutions are recognizing the importance of “global health research”. Not only do people cross borders –as migrants, immigrants or trans-nationals moving back and forth between countries — but so do health problems and their underlying determinants, gradually eroding national differences in health burdens, threats and responses to them. Global public health research focuses on the inter-relationships among local, regional, national, and international factors that influence health and on the development of effective interventions and policies that will address these factors. The Dalla Lana School of Public Health (DSLPH) has made a commitment to global health education and research partnerships. Graduate students need to be prepared to participate in global health research initiatives.
Instructor: Amaya Perez-Brumer
Qualifications:
Advanced Coursework and/or Experience in Quantitative and Qualitative Methods: Desired TA to have completed advanced-level courses and/or possess substantial experience in both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Demonstrated ability to apply these methods in real-world research settings.
Experience in Global Health and/or Health Equity Research: Strong background in global health and/or health equity research, with a demonstrated understanding of the key concepts, challenges, and methodologies related to health research. Commitment to social justice and experience working on projects related to made-vulnerable communities populations is an asset.
Grant Application Preparation and Review: Proven experience in preparing and/or reviewing Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and/or Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) grant applications (e.g. doctoral grants). Familiarity with the grant writing process, including crafting compelling research proposals and understanding the criteria for successful funding applications.
Strong Organizational and Communication Skills: Ability to effectively organize and manage multiple tasks, provide constructive feedback, and communicate clearly with students and faculty.
Collaborative and Supportive Attitude: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, supporting the learning and development of students and contributing to a positive educational experience.
Duties:
The TA will collaborate closely with the course instructor to enhance the learning experience by support development of course materials, facilitating discussion sessions, and ad-hoc tutorials, and helping students grasp complex concepts and apply them in real-world scenarios. Responsibilities will include providing one-on-one guidance to students on research design, data analysis, and methodological approaches, as well as grading and offering constructive feedback on assignments and student presentations.
Relevant Criterion:
The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position.
Estimated Course Enrolment: TBD
Positions Available: 1
Estimated Hours: 70
Tutorial/Labs: TBD
Application deadline: Tuesday, September 10th, 2024
According to current immigration regulations, to be eligible to work on campus international students must have a valid study permit, be enrolled as a full-time student and have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN). You must stop working on the day you no longer meet any of the above eligibility requirements.