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The Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan (www.usask.ca) invites applications for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in One Health Economics focused on investigating the economic impact of health-related problems at the animal, human and environmental interface.  We are seeking an individual who will develop a leadership role in research as part of an interdisciplinary team in dynamic disease modelling.

The ideal candidate will have earned a PhD (obtained within the last 10 years) or completed post-doctoral training in Animal Health Economics, Agricultural Economics, Human Health Economics, or a closely related discipline. The candidate should be emerging as a nationally or internationally recognized scholar demonstrating a strong potential for attracting competitively awarded research funding and training of graduate and undergraduate students. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to serve as a key contributor to interdisciplinary research and training teams in dynamic modelling in health and will have an exceptional track record. The successful candidate will be appointed at an academic rank commensurate with their qualifications and experience within the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.  
This position will remain open until filled; however, review of application will begin on November 15, 2014.  This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package which includes pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary),sick leave, travel insurance, death benefit, dental plan, extended health and vision care plan, employee assistance program and flexible health and wellness spending program.  

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