September 26, 1997

Research Associate

The Alberta Centre for Well-Being is a leading source of information regarding healthy, active lifestyles for the province of Alberta. In collaboration with partners, the research unit of the ACFWB establishes the case for incorporating physical activity as part of a healthy lifestyle, monitors the status of healthy, active lifestyles, and understands the determinants of, and best practices related to, healthy, active lifestyles.

The research associate will work as part of a team, under the leadership of the research coordinator, in fulfilling the research agenda for the ACFWB. The associate will be able to demonstrate proven ability to undertake primary research, in-depth secondary data analysis, interpretation, application and dissemination. The successful candidate will have a PhD in epidemiology, exercise psychology or social psychology or related area, proven skills in research design, computer applications, proposal preparation, evaluation and excellent communication skills.

Only Canadian Citizens are eligible.

A letter of application and curriculum vitae including the names of three references should be received by the 6th of October 1997 and sent to

Research Selection Committee
Alberta Centre for Well-being
3rd Floor, 11759 Groat Road,
Edmonton, AB T5M 3K6

Fax: 403/455-2092

Thank you for your interest however only successful candidates will be notified.

Research Associate/Coordinator

Centre for Health Promotion Studies

The Centre for Health Promotion Studies is seeking a full-time Research Associate/Coordinator. The Centre was created in 1995 and is formally linked to the Co-ordinating Council of Health Sciences. The Centre is committed to interdisciplinary research and graduate education in collaboration with community and academic partners. faculty associates and graduate students from a wide range of academic fields are participating in Centre activities.

The research associate/coordinator should preferably be a doctorally prepared or a Ph.D. student in the health sciences or a health-related discipline. A master's degree in a health-related discipline and post master's research experience (e.g. project coordinator, research assistant, investigator) is required. Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies is expected. The research associate/coordinator will assist the Centre associates and the director, Dr. Miriam Stewart, with diverse research activities such as literature reviews, proposal development, data collection and analysis, and publications.

Job sharing by individuals wanting part-time work will be considered. The salary will range from $18-25/hour depending on qualifications and experience. Please submit a letter of application and resume by October 10, 1997 to

Anne-Marie Pedersen
Centre for Health Promotion Studies
University of Alberta
5-10C University Extension Centre
8303-112 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2T4

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