UBC seeks quantitative researcher

UBC seeks quantitative researcher for study on sex, gender, and equity in pharmaceutical policy:

Research Position 
Bright, conscientious, and personable Project Manager sought to join an interdisciplinary research team at the University of British Columbia’s Centre for Health Services and Policy Research. The Project Manager will play an integral role in a program of quantitative research on how biological and social dimensions of sex and gender influence equity in prescription drug access, appropriateness, and affordability. She/he will contribute to research design, analyses, and publication of findings in articles for scholarly and lay audiences. Periodic travel – within Canada and internationally – will be required to attend meetings and conferences associated with the program of research.

This position is an ideal opportunity for an energetic researcher seeking to conduct and publish policy-relevant research, possibly as a bridge to doctoral studies related to equity and health/pharmaceutical policy.

Education Requirement 
Master’s degree or Doctorate in a discipline related to quantitative analysis of equity issues related to sex, gender, and health.

Experience Requirements
Four years of experience conducting scholarly research using advanced quantitative methods including statistical software. Must have proven ability to author or co-author research publications on health and/or pharmaceutical policy. An ideal candidate will have experience working with linked healthcare databases.

Salary
$60,000 to $80,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications.

Applications
Job applications must be submitted through the UBC HR portal [3]. The full job description can be found under Job ID: 12678.

All applications must be received by Friday, April 27, 2012.

For more information, please contact Melissa Friesen: mfriesen@chspr.ubc.ca [4]