Canada Impact+ Emerging Leader in Data Science

Position #: 38059
Posting Start Date: November 6, 2026
Posting End Date: December 6, 2026
Expected start date of appointment: must start before June 10, 2027

The University of Manitoba and The College of Community and Global Health
Join us in advancing the fight against cancer, rare diseases, and infectious diseases, leading global public health efforts at scale in the Caribbean, Latin America, Asia and Africa, connecting to the Arctic, opening a new maritime trade route, working alongside Indigenous partners, enhancing defence and security in the North, developing materials for green energy and the digital economy, and making Canadian agriculture more globally competitive and sustainable.

UM’s Strategic Research Themes are:

• Foundations
• Social Justice and Human Rights
• Research by, with, and for Indigenous Peoples
• Water and Food Security
• Health and Well-being
• Climate Action and Sustainability
• Manitoba, Hudson Bay, Arctic, and the World

Please consult the Change Through Research University of Manitoba Strategic Research Plan 2024-2029 for further information about these Research Themes.

The College of Community and Global Health (CCGH) was established in 2025 and was formerly the Department of Community Health Sciences within the Max Rady College of Medicine. The newly-formed College became the sixth College within the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Manitoba. With an operating budget of $10M, sponsored research contracts of

$50M, and trust and endowment accounts of $7M, the College mandate addresses complex health issues through innovative interdisciplinary scholarship that creates, preserves and communicates knowledge for the health of populations to benefit the physical, psychological, cultural, social, and economic well–being of communities. Embedded in core values and commitments to partnership, self-determination and allyship, the College and its partners engage in transformative research and training practices, to reduce health inequities and improve health and well-being worldwide, positioning the University of Manitoba as a leader in community and public health globally.

CCGH is a world-class research-intensive College which offers a full range of interdisciplinary undergraduate and graduate programs focusing on public health, Indigenous health, epidemiology, biostatistics, population health, health services research, and community engaged scholarship. The College currently has 54 full-time faculty members and 48 adjunct faculty members. CCGH is committed to fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed, reciprocal partnerships are valued, and innovation flourishes.

The successful applicant will have access to core resources within the faculty, including those available in the Institute for Global Public Health (IGPH) (https://umanitoba.ca/institute-for-global-public-health/). In addition, access includes University facilities such as the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy (MCHP) (https://umanitoba.ca/manitoba-centre-for-health-policy/), and the George & Fay Yee Centre for Healthcare Innovation (CHI) (https://umanitoba.ca/centre-for-healthcare-innovation/). MCHP is one of the premier research units within CCGH; its mission is to provide accurate and timely information to healthcare decision-makers, providers, and analysts so they can offer services that are effective and efficient in maintaining and improving the health of Manitobans. It is the steward of the world-class Manitoba Population Research Data Repository of > 100 de-identified electronic health and social databases (e.g., housing, justice, education). CHI is a joint initiative of Shared Health and UM, and is comprised of multiple teams that conduct and support patient-oriented research and contribute to Manitoba’s learning health system. CHI has a Data Science Team that collaborates on applications of statistical and machine learning methods for health data. CCGH also has links to Ongomiizwin, the Indigenous Institute of Health and Healing (https://umanitoba.ca/ongomiizwin/), which provides leadership and aims to advance excellence in research in collaboration with First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities.

Further information about the College can be obtained from College of Community and Global Health | University of Manitoba. To enhance our College and create role models for a diverse population of students, we particularly invite applications from those who can support and enhance our diversity, including Indigenous peoples, women, racially marginalized persons, persons with disabilities, persons of marginalized sexualities and genders, and those committed to a diverse environment.

Live and Work where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers Meet
The City of Winnipeg (www.tourismwinnipeg.com), located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture. The city, with a growing population of more than 766,000, is home to internationally renowned festivals, galleries and museums, the historic Exchange District and The Forks, and ever-expanding research, education, and business sectors. From the Hudson Bay waters, across the farmland fields, to the pulse of the cities and towns, The Province of Manitoba’s (www.travelmanitoba.com) people and places – its 100,000 lakes, 92 provincial parks, winding river valleys and storied prairie skies – inspire.

The Canada Impact+ Emerging Leaders Program
The Canada Impact+ Emerging Leaders program is a $120 million investment by the Government of Canada, affiliated with the Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs of Canada, designed to attract internationally based early-career researchers to Canada whose work addresses critical national and global challenges. The Emerging Leaders are awarded $100,000 per year for six years with renewal potential for an additional six years, contingent on career progression and the demonstration of transformational, translational research that has successfully garnered partnerships.

About the Position
The College of Community and Global Health in the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Manitoba invites applications from exceptional international emerging scholars for the position of Canada Impact+ Emerging Leader in the field of Data Science. The focus of this position is on developing systems and analytical tools for integrating data from diagnostics platforms and disease surveillance into health systems and programs to accelerate their responsiveness and improve capabilities in identifying and predicting emerging health threats and trends, particularly related to infectious pathogens.

While this is a research-intensive position, the successful candidate will also contribute to undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students recruitment, supervision and education, through teaching and mentorship in CCGH, and participate in service activities related to the function of the College, such as serving on committees.

The successful candidate will be appointed to a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, and salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position includes a competitive start-up package that includes and the opportunity to compete for additional research infrastructure funding locally and via the Canada Foundation for Innovation.

Qualifications:
Candidates for the Canada Impact+ Emerging Leaders program must:

• Be based internationally, (both working and residing outside of Canada) at the time that the Impact + Emerging leader accepts the award;
• Be within five-years from the date of their first research-related appointment, minus eligible delays at the time of acceptance of the award;
• Have demonstrated a creative approach to research with the potential to achieve international recognition in their field within the next five to ten years;
• Be proposing a high quality, original, and innovative independent program of research with potential for impact through collaborations with, but not limited to, the Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs;
• This position is located in Winnipeg, Canada, candidate must be willing and able to start the position on a full-time basis before June 10, 2027.

Although not strictly required by the Canada Impact+ Emerging Leader program, the University of Manitoba requires that candidates have a PhD in public health, population health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or a relevant discipline and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Demonstrated expertise in data science including artificial intelligence, statistical modeling, machine learning curating large data systems and/or large-scale data analysis will also be beneficial. The successful candidate must also demonstrate the potential to lead an original, innovative high-impact research program as well as attract, develop and mentor excellent trainees. Teaching experience or potential in data science, and related areas is an asset.

All funded Impact+ Emerging Research Chairs must adhere to the Tri-Agency guidance on research security, in accordance with the Policy on Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern (STRAC), and National Security Guidelines for Research Partnerships Policy (NSGRP). STRAC or NSGRP attestations may be requested during the recruitment process.

The Application Process
Applicants MUST apply to this University of Manitoba advertisement through the UM Careers portal for review (search 51400), please clearly state the application position number (38059) in the cover letter. Applicants should upload their cover letter separately, their curriculum vitae separately, and then combine their research plan, teaching statement, EDI statement and a list of three referees into a single PDF file and upload it under ‘Additional Documentation’ when applying in UM Careers. If you experience any difficulties accessing UM Careers, please contact Erin Langford, HR Assistant for the College of Community and Global Health, [email protected] for assistance.

Application materials include the following:

• a concise cover letter (2 page maximum) describing suitability for the position
• a curriculum vitae (including examples of significant research contributions)
• a 5 year research plan (3 pages maximum) outlining an independent, innovative research program, and its potential to attract funding and contribute to student training
• a teaching statement (1/2 page maximum) that documents the applicant's experience in and/or approach to training and mentoring diverse students and the candidate's teaching philosophy
• an EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) statement (1 page maximum) reflecting on the applicant's demonstrated commitment in relation to EDI, and anti-racism and social justice in their teaching, research, and service.
• the names and contact information of three referees

The Canada Impact + Emerging Leaders program requires institutions to collect self-identification data from all applicants. This attestation is completed online as part of the UM application process.

A review of applications will begin on December 7, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact Erin Langford, HR Assistant for the College of Community and Global Health, [email protected] for assistance.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Considerations
Equity, diversity and inclusion are embedded as foundational principles in Impact+ objectives, expected outcomes and reporting requirements of the competition. The three agencies expect that institutions and Emerging leaders will demonstrate and implement the highest EDI standards for the duration of their award.

The Canada Impact+ Emerging Leader nomination selection committee will receive equity training that includes instruction on how to recognize and combat unconscious, implicit, overt, prejudicial and other kinds of bias.

The University acknowledges the potential impact that Career Interruptions and Personal Circumstances can have on an applicant's record of research achievement. We encourage applicants to explain the impact of any such interruption(s) in their submission as described under "Career Interruptions" in the CRC program's Guidelines. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process. Please refer to the program’s FAQ page for the definition of Early Career Researchers (ECRs).

Additional information:
The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.