The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is seeking highly-qualified applicants for up to 4 post-doctoral research scientist positions in aquatic epidemiology. Positions will range from 2 to 5 years depending on the individuals’ qualifications and experience. The positions are funded through the Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Aquatic Epidemiology awarded by the Canadian Government to UPEI. The goal of the CERC program is to make UPEI and Canada the global leader in applied aquatic epidemiology research (with an ecosystem health focus). The successful applicants will join a multi-disciplinary team of epidemiologists, statisticians, finfish, crustacean and mollusc clinicians, ecosystem health and regulatory veterinary medicine specialists whose work focuses on holistic approaches to assist the Canadian and international aquaculture industries improve the productivity, sustainability and health of farmed fish stocks. The CERC program complements the recent creation of the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) Collaborating Centre in Epidemiology and Risk Assessment of Aquatic Animal Diseases between the Atlantic Veterinary College and the National Veterinary Institute in Norway.

Applicants must have a PhD in a discipline related to the UPEI CERC program goal. A veterinary degree, expertise in epidemiology, and strong quantitative skills will be considered assets, as will experience with fish diseases and aquaculture. However, strong candidates with other relevant backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Individuals must be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as an effective partner in the growing UPEI CERC team.
Salary and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the individual. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact either Dr. Ian Gardner (phone: 530-752-6992; e-mail: iagardner@upei.ca) or Dr. Ian Dohoo (phone: 902-566-0640; e-mail: dohoo@upei.ca) for further information about the positions.

Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, a statement of interest and the names and contact information of two referees. Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2011 and the positions will remain open until filled.

Applications should be sent to:
Leanne Newson
Administrative Project Manager
Centre for Veterinary Epidemiological Research
Department of Health Management
Atlantic Veterinary College
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3
cver@upei.ca
phone: 1 902 620 5049
fax: 1 902 620 5053