Postdoctoral Research Fellow Sexual and Vulvar Health

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TheBC Centre for Vulvar HealthandDr. Katrina Bouchardin theUBC Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology are seeking afull-time (1.0 FTE)Postdoctoral Research Fellowto advance clinical research focused on sexual health and well-being. This 1-year position includes a competitive salary health benefits conference travel and potential for renewal pending external funding.

TheBC Centre for Vulvar Health (BCCVH)is a Canadian leader in multidisciplinary care education and research for women and gender diverse people with vulvar and sexual health concerns. The dynamic and multidisciplinary team serves more than 3600 patients/year and is comprised of gynaecologists nurses a physiotherapist registered psychologists a dedicated clinic coordinator and research director and clinical and research trainees from gynaecology psychology and womens health research. The BCCVH and Dr. Bouchard prioritize patient-oriented research by forming close research collaborations with patient and community partners. Please visit our websites for more information about the BCCVH ( and Dr. Bouchards research lab ( Katrina Bouchard is a Registered Psychologist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of British Columbia with clinical and research expertise in sexual and vulvar health. She holds an Investigator Award from the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute and leads multidisciplinary research teams at the BC Centre for Vulvar Health and the UBC Psychology Health and Sexuality (PHaSe) Lab. Dr. Bouchard conducts sexuality research using multiple methodologies including sexual psychophysiology dyadic daily diary and longitudinal studies clinic-based vulvar health research and treatment studies for female sexual dysfunction. Under the research direction of Dr. Bouchard the BCCVH team has active research projects focused on (1) the sexual psychological and relationship impacts of chronic vulvar health concerns from individual and couple perspectives and (2) patient education about chronic vulvar health concerns.

Upon starting the position the Fellow will have access to collected data for analysis and dissemination. They will launch new research at the BCCVH which may include developing and testing new educational or psychological interventions for sexual difficulties among our patient populations. As part of Dr. Bouchards lab the Fellow will work alongside undergraduate graduate and postgraduate students and have access to a workspace in the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute Research Pavilion. Given the clinical setting of the BCCVH which is unique in Canada the Fellowship offers a unique training opportunity for candidates interested in launching a career as a clinician-scientist.

Vancouver is a vibrant coastal city located on the traditional ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples. The city offers stunning natural beauty with easy access to the Pacific Ocean Coast Mountains and world-class outdoor recreation. Known for its diverse population rich arts and food culture and progressive values Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the most livable cities in the world. It is also home to a large and collaborative community of sexual health researchers and clinicians with unique opportunities to engage in multidisciplinary patient-oriented research.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting toDr. Katrina Bouchard the Fellow will:

• Advance patient-oriented and clinic-based research at the BCCVH which includes dissemination of existing data (i.e. publications and presentations) as well as launching new research.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team at BCCVH and mentor research trainees (e.g. undergraduate graduate postgraduate students).
• Participate in grant applications including concept development analysis of preliminary data preparing background information and writing grant sections.
• Apply for postdoctoral funding from federal provincial and other relevant agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful applicants will have:

• A doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in clinical psychology health psychology public health womens health research or related fields.
• Experience with sexual and/or vulvar health research; additional experience with dyadic research would be an asset.
• Demonstrated expertise with quantitative research methods and analysis.
• A strong or growing publication record.
• Excellent organizational time management and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that support teamwork and professional interactions with patients.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives including perspectives in conflict with ones own.
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing ones own awareness knowledge and skills related to equity diversity and inclusion.

The expected salary for this position is $60000/year plus benefits and conference travel. The Faculty of Medicine is committed to offering equitable and competitive salaries commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

An application package should include:

• Cover letter specifically describing (a) experience with sexual and/or vulvar health research (b) personal research interests (c) reasons for pursuing a postdoctoral fellowship with BCCVH and (d) interest in multi-year fellowship pending external funding (2 page maximum);
• A detailed curriculum vitae including a full list of publications and conference presentations;
• Names and contact information for 2-3 referees who will be able to provide a letter of reference within 5 business days upon request.

Applications should be submitted online at (JR21467).

Should you have any queries around this position please contact Dr. Katrina Bouchard at .

Review of applications will begin on February 17 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Please apply as soon as possible to facilitate timely review of your application. The anticipated start date for this position is July 1 2026 or on a mutually agreed upon date.

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