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Postdoctoral Fellow – Aging and Care in the Context of Extreme Events

Dalhousie University -
Halifax, NS

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Job details

$52,000–$70,000 a year
2 days ago

Qualifications

Doctoral degree
Qualitative research
Data analysis skills
Funding proposal preparation
Sociology
Project management
Public Health
Budgeting
Social Work
Project management experience
Communication skills
Grant proposal writing

Full job description

Position Information

Position Title

Postdoctoral Fellow – Aging and Care in the Context of Extreme Events

Posting Number

PTAP3537P

Department/Unit

Social Work

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

A postdoctoral fellow (PDF) position is available in the Building a Culture of Resilience (BaCoR) lab, led by Professor Haorui Wu, Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Resilience, within the School of Social Work, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Position
The PDF will support a range of interdisciplinary research projects examining the social, health, and policy dimensions of aging across Canada and internationally. These projects include, but are not limited to:

Aging in place and continuity of care in the context of extreme events.
Experiences of older adults, family caregivers, and migrant care workers within changing health care, social service, and immigration systems.
Psychosocial impacts of extreme events, displacement, social isolation, and care disruption on older adults.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research.
Manage and coordinating research projects.
Analyze quantitative and qualitative data; communicating research outcomes to diverse audiences.
Prepare findings for scholarly publications.

Depending on qualifications and experience, the successful candidate may co-develop research grant applications directly aligned with the lab’s research agenda, strengthen their professional network through collaborations with public, private, and not-for-profit sectors, prepare policy briefs and knowledge mobilization products, and co-supervise undergraduate and graduate students, among other responsibilities.

The PDF will be well-positioned to flourish in an innovative, interdisciplinary, and stakeholder-engaged research environment by bringing flexibility, self-motivation, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, while contributing as a collaborative team member. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary network spanning institutions across Canada, the United States, Europe, and other international settings. Participation in academic career development programs offered by Dalhousie University is encouraged. The PDF will be employed by Dalhousie University (www.dal.ca) and must be physically based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Start date: Anticipated November 1, 2026. Earlier start dates may be considered, and candidates are encouraged to begin as soon as possible.

Deadline for application: Review of applications is on an ongoing basis, and applications will be accepted until September 30, 2026.

For further information, please contact Dr. Szymon Parzniewski: [email protected]

Qualifications/Requirements of Position

A doctoral degree by the appointment start date in a relevant field, such as Psychology, Gerontology, Public Health, Migration Studies, Social Work, Sociology, or related research areas
Demonstrated proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research design, data analysis and interpretation, knowledge mobilization and ability to contribute to community-engaged research
Strong record of scholarly writing and peer-reviewed publications, as well as excellent oral communication skills for academic, professional, policy, and public audiences.
Evidence of project management experience, including coordination of research activities, support for students and staff, and management of timelines, budgets and other project resources.

To apply for the position, please submit the following documents through Dalhousie University’s online application system.
1. Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and addressing the required qualifications
2. Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Two peer-reviewed publications
4. Academic transcript of the doctoral program (non-official copies are acceptable)
5. List of Referees

Contact information (including email addresses) for three references.

We thank all applicants; however, only completed applications will be considered, and only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range/Pay Rate

$52,000 to $70,000 CAD, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Additional Information

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information

Term of appointment

1 year with a 6-month probationary period, anticipated start date of November 1, 2026

Open Date

08/31/2026

Close Date

09/30/2026

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/22092

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