NMD4C Hiring a Postdoc to Develop Spinal Muscular Atrophy Decision Aid
We are looking to fill a postdoctoral position to develop a tool to support decisions of families and clinicians in selecting a treatment plan for individuals affected by SMA.
This fellowship is based at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in collaboration with Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC) and the NMD4C in a well established and dynamic environment fosters professional development and interdisciplinary research collaborations.
With the support of the research team, the postdoctoral fellow will:
- Acquire training on the Ottawa Decision Aid Framework
- Conduct a decision need assessment among SMA leading clinicians and families
- Develop a tool aid
- Write a grant proposal for implementation and assessment of the SMA tool to CIHR
For further information please read the full job posting.
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