Postdoctoral Fellow, Child Health, Nutrition, Physical Activity and Wellbeing
Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB
$60,000-65,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time
17 days ago
Job TitlePostdoctoral Fellow, Child Health, Nutrition, Physical Activity and WellbeingRequisition #997169.2Job TypeReplacement Term (for staff, exempt and management)Union or Employee GroupExemptClassificationPosition End Date (if applicable)12/31/2024Location:MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)PostingAbout MRUFounded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 36 majors.Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut'ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.About the Department of Health & Physical EducationMount Royal University currently offers a degree program in Health and Physical Education with majors in Athletic Therapy, Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership, Physical Literacy and Sport and Recreation Management.About CHEERS LABThe CHEERS LAB ( ) is located in the Department of Health & Physical Education within the Faculty of Health, Community and Education at the Mount Royal University (MRU). Directed by Dr. Lynne Lafave, the lab is an interdisciplinary research and training environment which specializes in the production, evaluation, synthesis, and mobilization of evidence. Knowledge gained will support effective policies, programs, and professional practice aimed to provide early learning and child care settings with practical and tangible knowledge, skills, and activities that support optimal health outcomes for children.About the RoleMount Royal University's CHEERS Lab (Creating Healthy Eating and Active Environments) invites applications for a grant-funded Postdoctoral Fellow position in Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Health Promotion in Early Learning Settings. A PhD in Health Sciences, Nutrition, Kinesiology, or other relevant discipline is required at the time of appointment.We are looking for a knowledgeable individual who is passionate about early childhood health, nutrition, physical activity, and well-being in early learning environments. The ideal candidate will be a strong writer, an organized project manager, and have research experience in both quantitative and qualitative methods. Familiarity with children's health issues, ethics protocol development, Qualtrics survey software, SPSS software, knowledge translation, and health environment measurement will also be considered assets.This is a replacement term position which is available immediately and is currently set to end December 31, 2024 with potential to extend depending on funding.ResponsibilitiesThe Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF), working with an interdisciplinary team, will assist with the management of the CHEERS in Early Learning and Child Care project ( ). In addition to the interdisciplinary team, the PDF will work closely with participants, who include early childhood educators and preschool teachers. A project overview is available at https://cheerskids.info/project-overview. The PDF will be involved in project management, supervising trainees, advising on quantitative and qualitative methods, collecting and analyzing data, interacting with participating early childhood education programs/people, writing academic journal articles, and preparing reports and presentations for funders and community knowledge users.Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must submit curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research interests, a writing sample, and names and contact details (email and telephone) of two referees we may contact.Duration: Immediate until December 31, 2024 with potential to extend depending on fundingStart Date: Negotiable start date, ideally between April 23 and May 15, 2024Closing Date: April 30, 2024Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 per annum based on experienceA cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently eligible to work in Canada will be given priority.Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. Please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at .If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on the accommodation request.We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Mount Royal University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to fostering diversity as a source of excellence, intellectual and cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome applications from those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, faculty and their scholarship including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual or gender identity, ethnic, national or socio-economic background, religion or age.
