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This position has a term length of one year plus a day from hire.
Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.
Join one of Canada’s largest Family Medicine residency programs as an Assessment Specialist, driving excellence in competency-based medical education (CBME) across Alberta’s distributed training network. This high-impact role supports 200+ residents and faculty in diverse clinical learning environments, ensuring the integrity and continuous improvement of assessment practices. Your impact will shape the next generation of Family Medicine physicians in Alberta.
Why This Role Matters
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You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of medical education by:
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Designing, implementing, and refining assessment systems (CBAS, one45) for competency-based evaluation.
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Leading data analysis, reporting, and quality assurance to enhance program effectiveness.
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Collaborating with faculty, program leadership, competency committees, and national partners to advance educational initiatives.
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Managing multi-site coordination in a complex, distributed training environment.
The Assessment Specialist leads CBME-aligned assessment processes for residency training, analyzes data to identify trends and improvement opportunities, partners with faculty, administrators, and national bodies to align strategies with educational goals, drives quality enhancement initiatives impacting learners and training sites province-wide, and manages multiple priorities in a fast-paced, distributed educational landscape.
Ideal Candidate Profile
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Experience in medical education, assessment systems (CBAS/one45), or program evaluation.
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Strong data analysis, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
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Passion for competency-based education (CBME) and quality improvement in healthcare training.
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Ability to coordinate complex projects across geographically dispersed teams.
The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world’s top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.
What you will do
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Assessment Systems Leadership – Manage CBAS and one45 platforms, including user onboarding, support, training, and maintenance for faculty, residents, and administrators.
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Accreditation & Program Support – Ensure compliance with accreditation standards (Red Book, Standard 9), support assessment committees, and coordinate program evaluation activities.
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Data Analysis & Reporting – Collect and analyze assessment and evaluation data, prepare statistical reports and recommendations, and track rotation/academic feedback.
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Clinical Evaluation Coordination – Oversee preceptor and rotation feedback, identify concerns, and escalate to program leadership.
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Stakeholder Collaboration & Resources – Partner with PGME, CFPC, and national programs, maintain documentation and websites, and develop assessment resources.
Who you are
Education & Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Education, Health Sciences, Administration, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
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3–5 years of progressive experience in evaluation, research, program coordination, or medical education.
Technical & Analytical Skills
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Direct experience with assessment/LMS platforms (one45, CBAS, or similar)—strongly preferred.
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel for data management) and Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sites).
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Expertise in database management, report generation, and data interpretation to drive decision-making.
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Hands-on experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting (quantitative/qualitative).
Leadership & Collaboration
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Proven track record supporting complex projects, committees, or programs in healthcare or academic settings.
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Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
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Outstanding organizational and project coordination skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Sharp analytical, problem-solving, and judgment skills to support data-driven improvements.
Application Instructions
Click "Apply Now" to submit your resume and cover letter.
In your cover letter, please outline the details of how you, as an Assessment Specialist, would set up the Department of Family Medicine for success in Medical Education and Accreditation.
This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.
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