University of New Brunswick

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The Faculty of Arts, Department of Economics, at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) in Fredericton NB invites applications for a CIHR Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Healthy Aging, with a specialization in health economics, labour economics or related disciplines. The successful applicant will be appointed in the tenure track stream at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. The anticipated start date is either January 1, 2021 or July 1, 2021 by mutual agreement.

Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent in Economics or related discipline as required by UNB for a continuing faculty position in the Department of Economics. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of excellence in empirical research as it relates to the economic, demographic, social, and/or health dimensions of aging. Excellence will be indicated by an established track record in peer reviewed publications and other dissemination activity such as conference presentations, reports for government, and policy papers. Experience conducting research on large population-level datasets would be a definite asset. Candidates should also have a demonstrated record of excellence in university teaching.