Canada Research Chair Tier II, Addictions and Comorbidity

The University of Calgary

Oct 17, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry, Junior, Mid, Senior & Expert Level
Research & Development
Healthcare

Requirements

We are seeking applications from individuals with a PhD in Clinical Psychology who are eligible for licensure as a psychologist in Alberta.
Applicants should have an established research focus in addictions and co-morbid conditions.
We particularly encourage applications from individuals who take a transdisciplinary perspective, with specialized expertise in understanding commonalities across addictions in etiology, onset, maintenance, and course.
This could include (but is not limited to) neural substrates, childhood adversity and its effects, cognitive reward valuation, negative emotionality, stress and resilience, and/or family and cultural influences.
Selection criteria for this position will include research excellence and originality, demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and supervision, and demonstrated ability (or strong potential) to secure competitive external funding.
These criteria will be judged based on the quantity and quality of publications to date; teaching dossier with ratings or other indications of quality; awards, scholarships, and other recognitions for research and teaching excellence; and a record of competitive funding, including competitive studentships and fellowships.
In their Cover Letter and/or Statement of Research Interests, candidates are also encouraged to highlight how their research is co-created with and/or has been mobilized to relevant communities.
Candidates must also have a demonstrated commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion as it pertains to service, teaching, and scholarly, research or creative activities.
Candidates for the Tier II Canada Research Chair in Addictions and Comorbidity must be excellent emerging researchers who possess the necessary qualifications to be appointed at the Assistant Professor Level.
Tier II Canada Research Chairs must have completed their PhD or equivalent, less than 10 years ago at the time of their nomination.
Applicants who are more than 10 years from having earned their highest degree (and where career breaks exist, such as maternity, parental or extended sick leave, clinical training, and research interruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, etc.) may have their eligibility for a Tier II Canada Research Chair assessed through the program's Tier II justification process.
Please contact UCalgary's Office of Research Services for more information: ipd@ucalgary.ca.
Please consult the Government of Canada's CRC website for full program information, including further details on eligibility criteria.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate is expected to establish and maintain an active research program, and to contribute to the Department's teaching and research supervision in both undergraduate and graduate programs.
In addition, some administrative service to the department, the faculty, the university or the community is expected.

FAQs

What is the application deadline for the Canada Research Chair Tier II position in Addictions and Comorbidity at the University of Calgary?

The application deadline is November 20, 2024.

What qualifications are required for applicants for this position?

Applicants must have a PhD in Clinical Psychology and be eligible for licensure as a psychologist in Alberta.

What rank will the successful candidate hold within the Department of Psychology?

The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor (Tenure-track).

Is the successful candidate expected to contribute to teaching?

Yes, the successful candidate is expected to contribute to the Department's teaching and research supervision in both undergraduate and graduate programs.

When is the anticipated start date for the position?

The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

What are the selection criteria for this role?

Selection criteria include research excellence and originality, demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and supervision, and the ability (or strong potential) to secure competitive external funding.

Can candidates provide information about career interruptions in their application?

Yes, candidates are encouraged to provide relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions to allow for a fair assessment of their application.

What are the four required attachments for the application process?

The four required attachments are a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and a teaching dossier (along with an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion statement).

Are Canadians and permanent residents given priority in the application process?

Yes, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority in the application process.

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