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Position Information

Position Title POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW – ACTS OF INTENTIONAL VIOLENCE
Posting Number PTAP3270P
Department/Unit Social Work
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities A postdoctoral fellow (PDF) position is available in the BaCoR lab (Building a Culture of Resilience) led by Dr. Haorui Wu, Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Disaster and Resilience, within the School of Social Work, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
The PDF will support a range of research projects examining the health and social impacts of intentional violence and developing related practice and policy interventions at the micro-, meso-, and macro-levels across Canada and internationally. These projects include, but are not limited to, (1) gender-based violence (GBV) in 2S/LGBTQI+ communities in climate change and disaster settings; (2) student-initiated violence against faculty members in higher education; and (3) forced displacement and trauma-informed settlement services. The position will involve designing and implementing qualitative and quantitative research, analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, and publishing findings. Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may also co-develop research grant applications, collaborate with stakeholders, develop policy briefs, scholarly outputs, and other knowledge mobilization products, and co-supervise undergraduate and graduate students, among other tasks.
The PDF will be well-positioned to flourish in an creative, interdisciplinary, and stakeholder-engaged research environment by bringing flexibility, self-motivation, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, while contributing as a collaborative team member. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary network spanning institutions across Canada, the United States, Europe, and other international settings. The PDF will be encouraged to publish extensively, further develop advanced research and technical skills,



strengthen an emerging research portfolio, gain experience in grant development, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and engage in domestic and international field research, depending on the candidate’s interests and prior experience.
Qualifications/Requirements of Position

- A doctoral degree by the appointment start date in a relevant field, such as Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, Gender and Sexuality Studies, Disaster Science, Migration Studies, or related research areas;

- Demonstrated proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research design (e.g., Epidemiology and Biostatistics), data analysis and interpretation, knowledge mobilization and ability to contribute to community-engaged research;

- Strong record of scholarly writing and peer-reviewed publications, as well as excellent oral communication skills for academic, professional, policy, and public audiences;

- Evidence of project management experience, including coordination of research activities, support for students and staff, and management of timelines, budgets and other project resources;

- Experience working in diverse and multicultural environments, with demonstrated cultural humility, intercultural competence, and the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams and community partnerships.

Start date: The start date is flexible (anticipated June 1, 2026).

To apply for the position, please submit the following documents through Dalhousie University’s online application system via https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/20766

- A cover letter (max. 2 pages)



outlining your suitability for the role and addressing the required qualifications;
- A current CV;
- Two peer-reviewed publications;
- An academic transcript of the doctoral program (non-official copies are acceptable); and
- Contact information (including email addresses) for three references.

Salary Range/Pay Rate $51,250 - $70,000/year + benefits
Additional Information Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
Posting Detail Information

Term of appointment The initial appointment will be one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second-year contingent on funding availability and satisfactory performance.
Open Date 04/20/2026
Close Date 05/15/2026
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/20766

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📌 POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW – ACTS OF INTENTIONAL VIOLENCE (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Dalhousie University
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality