Simon Fraser University seeks a recent Ph.D. graduate with strong research skills and interest in developing a career in gerontology. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal at the renowned Gerontology Research Centre (GRC). Salary is between $40,000 and $50,000 CDN (depending on experience) per annum plus a professional development allowance and standard benefits. Established in 1982, the Centre's mandate is to conduct and foster research on individual and population aging. The successful candidate will develop and undertake a research program within one of the five research themes that guide the Centre's activities: Aging and the Built Environment; Health Promotion/Population Health and Aging; Prevention of Victimization and Exploitation of Older Adults; Changing Demographics and Lifestyles; and Culture and Aging. The following web sites contain publication lists, research activities, and additional information on Centre (www.sfu.ca/grc) researchers, as well as faculty and graduate students from the associated Department of Gerontology (www.sfu.ca/gerontology). There is also the possibility of teaching opportunities for the Department of Gerontology. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. SFU is committed to the principle of equity in employment and offers equal opportunities to qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and person with disabilities. SFU is committed to the principle of equity in employment. Applicants should include a covering letter that outlines their proposed program of research to be conducted while in residence at the GRC, curriculum vitae, evidence of the qualifications being sought, two samples of their publications, and the names of three references. Applications should arrive no later than April 30, 2007 with a flexible start date. Address correspondence to: Professor Andrew Wister, Acting Director, Gerontology Research Centre and Chair, Department of Gerontology, 515 West Hastings, Vancouver, B.C. V6B 5K3.
Norm O'Rourke, Ph.D., R.Psych. (BC #01540) Assistant Professor, Clinical Psychologist Department of Gerontology Simon Fraser University - Vancouver Campus #2800 - 515 West Hastings Street Vancouver, BC Canada V6B 5K3 Tel: (604) 291-5175 Fax: (604) 291-5066
