Postdoctoral Scholar in Clinical Implementation of Pharmacogenetics
Top Benefits
About the role
Area : Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Duration : Two years
Start Date : January 2026
Salary : 60,000 $CAD per annum, plus University of Calgary Plan C health benefits
The Department of Medical Genetics in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Clinical Implementation of Pharmacogenetics.
Job Description:
The primary focus will be on implementation science and its application to pharmacogenetic testing in youth mental health. The successful candidate will lead all evaluation components of the implementation trial, guided by implementation models. They will also contribute to educational material development, EMR/EHR integration activities, and conduct interviews with patients and providers to understand implementation barriers and facilitators. Additional opportunities to contribute may be available depending on candidates¿ interest and expertise. Qualifications:
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- PhD in health sciences, health services research, or related field
- Strong background in implementation or health services research
- Expertise in qualitative methods (e.g., interviews, focus groups, NVivo)
- Proven scholarly track record (publications, conference presentations)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research setting
- Strong communication and scientific writing skills
Desirable Skills
- Prior experience in pharmacogenomics, genomics, or youth mental health
- Prior experience with EMR/HER integration efforts
- Experience working with families and children affected by mental health and/or neurodevelopmental concerns
- Experience creating educational materials for patients and healthcare providers.
What We Offer
- A dynamic and collaborative research environment with access to cutting-edge pharmacogenetics resources
- Opportunities to collaborate with leading experts in precision psychiatry, child health, and pharmacogenomics
- Support for professional development and career advancement
Application Details:
Individuals interested in this opportunity should submit in pdf format the following via email to Dr. Chad Bousman at chad.bousman@ucalgary.ca
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vitae
- Any relevant publications
- Names and contact information of two references
The position is located in Calgary, Alberta. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank all applicants¿ interests, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted for more information and invited to interview.
The terms and conditions of employment are covered under the UCalgary and PDAC
Collective Agreement. To find out more about postdoctoral scholar program at
the University of Calgary visit our Postdocs
website.
To learn more about postdoctoral scholar opportunities at the University of
Calgary, view our Postdoc Careers
website.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enteprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest- ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is [Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups](https://ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-top-startup-creator- amongst-research-institutions-canada). Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders' in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from the strongest economy in the nation and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
The university¿s commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit- based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the [Office of Institutional Commitments](https://www.ucalgary.ca/provost/strategic-initiatives/office- institutional-commitments) (oic@ucalgary.ca ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture (hrhire@ucalgary.ca ).
About University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is a leading Canadian university located in the nation's most enterprising city. The university has a clear strategic direction to become one of Canada's top five research universities, where research and innovative teaching go hand in hand, and where we fully engage the communities we both serve and lead. This strategy is called Eyes High, inspired by the university's Gaelic motto, which translates as 'I will lift up my eyes.’
Postdoctoral Scholar in Clinical Implementation of Pharmacogenetics
Top Benefits
About the role
Area : Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Duration : Two years
Start Date : January 2026
Salary : 60,000 $CAD per annum, plus University of Calgary Plan C health benefits
The Department of Medical Genetics in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Clinical Implementation of Pharmacogenetics.
Job Description:
The primary focus will be on implementation science and its application to pharmacogenetic testing in youth mental health. The successful candidate will lead all evaluation components of the implementation trial, guided by implementation models. They will also contribute to educational material development, EMR/EHR integration activities, and conduct interviews with patients and providers to understand implementation barriers and facilitators. Additional opportunities to contribute may be available depending on candidates¿ interest and expertise. Qualifications:
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- PhD in health sciences, health services research, or related field
- Strong background in implementation or health services research
- Expertise in qualitative methods (e.g., interviews, focus groups, NVivo)
- Proven scholarly track record (publications, conference presentations)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research setting
- Strong communication and scientific writing skills
Desirable Skills
- Prior experience in pharmacogenomics, genomics, or youth mental health
- Prior experience with EMR/HER integration efforts
- Experience working with families and children affected by mental health and/or neurodevelopmental concerns
- Experience creating educational materials for patients and healthcare providers.
What We Offer
- A dynamic and collaborative research environment with access to cutting-edge pharmacogenetics resources
- Opportunities to collaborate with leading experts in precision psychiatry, child health, and pharmacogenomics
- Support for professional development and career advancement
Application Details:
Individuals interested in this opportunity should submit in pdf format the following via email to Dr. Chad Bousman at chad.bousman@ucalgary.ca
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vitae
- Any relevant publications
- Names and contact information of two references
The position is located in Calgary, Alberta. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank all applicants¿ interests, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted for more information and invited to interview.
The terms and conditions of employment are covered under the UCalgary and PDAC
Collective Agreement. To find out more about postdoctoral scholar program at
the University of Calgary visit our Postdocs
website.
To learn more about postdoctoral scholar opportunities at the University of
Calgary, view our Postdoc Careers
website.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enteprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest- ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is [Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups](https://ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-top-startup-creator- amongst-research-institutions-canada). Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders' in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from the strongest economy in the nation and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
The university¿s commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit- based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the [Office of Institutional Commitments](https://www.ucalgary.ca/provost/strategic-initiatives/office- institutional-commitments) (oic@ucalgary.ca ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture (hrhire@ucalgary.ca ).
About University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is a leading Canadian university located in the nation's most enterprising city. The university has a clear strategic direction to become one of Canada's top five research universities, where research and innovative teaching go hand in hand, and where we fully engage the communities we both serve and lead. This strategy is called Eyes High, inspired by the university's Gaelic motto, which translates as 'I will lift up my eyes.’