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University of Calgary (UCalgary)
Calgary, Canada
Postdoctoral Scholar in Computational Oncology at University of Calgary – Canada
Job Type
Postdoc
Field
Medicine
Location
Calgary, Canada
Published
Sep 25, 2026
Deadline
Until the position is filled
Summary
The University of Calgary’s Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute is hiring a Postdoctoral Scholar in Computational Oncology, focusing on lung cancer outcomes. The full‑time, on‑site position is based at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre on the Foothills Campus and reports to Dr. Vishal Navani. The role involves preparing, cleaning, harmonising, and analysing large clinical and molecular datasets to support research on treatment effectiveness, patient outcomes, and care patterns across Alberta. The appointment is for 18 months with a possible extension, offering a salary of $65,000 CAD per year plus benefits. The position is part of the Glans‑Look Lung Cancer Research Program, an interdisciplinary initiative that leverages a province‑wide, population‑based database.
Key Facts
| Department | Cumming School of Medicine |
| Position Type | Full-Time Research Fellow |
| Discipline | Computational Oncology / Precision Oncology / Cancer Data Science |
| Research Area | Lung Cancer Research |
| Salary | $65,000 CAD per annum plus benefits |
| Funding | Salary |
| Contract Duration | 18 months with possibility of extension |
About the Project
The project aims to improve understanding of lung cancer care by analysing extensive real‑world clinical and molecular data. Researchers will assess treatment effectiveness, identify factors influencing patient outcomes, and map patterns of care across Alberta. Computational and statistical methods will be applied to a comprehensive database that includes genomic sequencing, treatment details, patient‑reported outcomes, and health‑related quality of life measures, with the goal of informing precision diagnostics and therapies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead preparation, cleaning, harmonisation, and analysis of clinical and molecular datasets
- Support collaborative research initiatives and outcomes‑focused studies
- Apply computational and statistical approaches to large‑scale real‑world cancer data
About the Employer
University of Calgary is a public research university located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It is classified as a top research university and hosts the Cumming School of Medicine and the Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute, which focus on multidisciplinary research and innovation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for this position?
$65,000 CAD per annum plus benefits.
What is the contract duration?
18 months with possibility of extension.
Where is the position located?
Foothills Campus, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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