CHL5220H Position Description
This course presents an introduction to epidemiologic concepts and the application of quantitative methods. Topics include measurement of disease occurrence, descriptive epidemiology, ecologic studies, cohort studies, case-control studies, measurement validity, screening, causation, random variation, bias, confounding, effect modification, randomized controlled trials, and epidemic investigation. The course utilizes a wide variety of case studies from both chronic and infectious disease epidemiology, representing both landmark studies and newer research.
Instructor: Mohammad Reza Akbari
Qualifications:
Applicant should have a strong understanding of, and ability to communicate, epidemiologic and basic statistical concepts including measures of disease, measures of association, study designs, threats to validity, and measurement. Demonstrated ability to work well with others.
Duties:
a) Assist in grading assignments; b) tutorial preparation; c) hold tutorials and office hours; d) invigilate tests and exams as required; e) other duties as assigned.
Relevant Criterion:
The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion.
Estimated Course Enrolment: 60
Positions Available: 1
Estimated Hours: 70
Tutorials/Labs:
Tutorial times to be confirmed with the course instructor.