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The 4th International Symposium for Arthrogryposis

The 4th International Symposium for Arthrogryposis hosted by the Shriners Hospital for Children will take place in Montreal on September 29th to October 1st, 2024. Pre-congress workshops will occur on Saturday September 28th.

Sessions, panels, and pre-congress workshops will centre around the symposium’s theme “From the womb to adulthood” and showcase experts in orthopedics, rehabilitation, genetics, neurology and people with lived experience from across the world.

Abstract submissions are invited until May 1st and registration can be completed using this link: http://event.fourwaves.com/amcinternationalsymposium

All questions can be directed to: MonAMCProgram@shrinenet.org

 

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2024 IMHA Webinar Series

The Institutes of Musculoskeletal Health & Arthritis (IMHA) are proud to host their 2024 webinar series on patient engagement in research.

This is a patient-led initiative from IMHA’s Patient Engagement Research Ambassadors (PERA) in collaboration with the For Patients, By Patients (PxP) platform.

The second webinar will be about motivations for being a patient partner in research. The webinar will be held on May 9th, 2024 from 4pm to 5:15pm ET.

Learn more about the webinar series at: https://pxphub.org/event/webinar-series-2024/

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Patient Engagement in Research 101 Workshop

The CIHR Institute of Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis (IMHA) and the CIHR Institute of Genetics (IG) will be hosting the Patient Engagement in Research 101 Workshop June 19th, 2024, from 1-3pm AT in Halifax, Nova Scotia or Online. The Workshop aims to support trainees in developing best practices for patient engagement in health research.

Attendance will be open to 45 trainees, 30 in-person and 15 virtual. Participants must Express Interest in the Workshop by April 30th, 2024, and decisions will be made by May 22nd, 2024.

To express interest please complete this survey: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5nWSBYKMWtcvw9g

For more information on the Patient Engagement in Research 101 Workshop please visit this link: https://cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/27297.html#a5

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Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) 2025 Annual Meeting

The ORS 2025 Annual Meeting will take place February 7th to 11th in Phoenix, Arizona. The Annual Meeting will bring the orthopaedic community together to take part in five days of workshops, learning sessions, networking, advocacy, and more. Attendees from various career stages and many disciplines will gather to learn about the latest innovations in orthopaedics.

The ORS Scientific Program Committee is seeking workshop applications for the Annual Meeting. Workshop applications must be submitted by April 22nd.

The ORS Research Council is seeking ideas for Symposia, Back to Basics, and Bench to Bedside sessions for the Annual Meeting. Ideas must be submitted by April 22nd.

The ORS is looking for suggestions for Spotlight Speakers for the Annual Meeting. Suggestions must be submitted by April 22nd.

Abstract submissions will be open from June 17th to August 26th, 2024.

Learn more about the Annual Meeting at: https://www.ors.org/2025annualmeeting/

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Tenure-track Position in Applied Sports Science, Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education at McGill University invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, effective January 1st, 2025. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree (post-doctoral experience an asset) in Kinesiology or a relevant area.

The application deadline is May 15th, 2024. Applications should be addressed to Dr. Gordon Bloom, Chair, Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, McGill University.

Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Julie Côté: julie.cote2@mcgill.ca

To apply please navigate to this link: https://mcgill.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/McGill_Careers/job/Currie-Gymnasium/Assistant-Associate-Professor_JR0000052351

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Professor in Physiotherapy, École des Sciences de la Readaptation

Laval University is looking to hire a physiotherapy professor with the start date of January 1, 2025. The position includes teaching in the undergraduate and professional master’s programs in physiotherapy, independent research in physiotherapy or related disciplines, and supervision of students at all levels.

Please see this link for a full job description: Physiotherapy Job Posting Laval

The application package must be sent to: Mr. Richard Debigaré, Director, École des sciences de la réadaptation, Faculty of Medicine, Université Laval, directionecole.rea@fmed.ulaval.ca

Phone: 418-656-2131 ext. 407215

1050 Avenue de la Médecine, Room 4770, Quebec City, Quebec, G1V 0A6

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Post-Doctoral Fellowship Opportunity – Better Mobility Lab

The Better Mobility Lab at the University of Calgary invites applications for a 1-year post-doctoral fellowship with an anticipated start date of April 15, 2024. The candidate will investigate the quantitative and qualitative effects of a novel interactive video-based application for teaching walking aid skills to patients and clinicians.

The candidate must have a PhD. The ideal candidate will have experience in clinical trials and mixed-methods analyses. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, statistical software, and referencing software is required. A strong publication record, experience with NVivo, clinical experience with walking aids, and experience investigating novel technologies would be assets.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, academic CV, and names and email addresses of 3 referees to Dr. Ranita Manocha at ranita.manocha@ucalgary.ca. The deadline for applications is March 10, 2024.

The Better Mobility Lab respects, appreciates, and encourages diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require a copy of this posting in an alternate format, please contact us as soon as possible and we would be happy to get one to you in a timely manner. We would be pleased to discuss and/or provide specific tools, resources or other requirements for day-to-day work, as needed.

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Job Opportunity: Assistant Professor (tenure track) – Implementation Science at UBCO

The Division of Social Medicine, Department of Medicine, at The University of British Columbia (UBC) invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure track) in the area of Implementation Science.

They are seeking an Implementation Scientist who studies the implementation of virtual health innovations to improve healthcare and disease prevention in rural, remote, and other isolated communities.

The position will be located at UBC’s Okanagan Campus.

Posting End Date: March 31, 2023

Full details available here: https://ubc.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/ubcfacultyjobs/job/UBC-Okanagan-Campus-Opportunities/Assistant-Professor–Tenure-track-_JR11668