Partnering with Families to Improve Early Detection of HIE
Opportunity details
Position type
Patient Partner
Number of positions available
2
Organization
Department of Pediatrics - University of Saskatchewan
Role overview
We are looking to connect with parents and families who have lived experience with brain-based injury in the context of NICU care and who may be interested in contributing to a patient-oriented research project. Parents be invited to co-develop the study and share their experiences and perspectives with the overarching goal of working toward earlier detection of HIE (hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy) in at-risk newborns. (PI: Dr. Darryl Adamko)
Required knowledge, experience, skills
See above- otherwise just a willingness to partner!
Time commitment
TBD in collaboration with partners
Location
virtual
What can you expect from the research team?
We are looking to co-develop the study with interested parents in a capacity-based manner that is feasible and realistic. The collaboration will be supported by a patient engagement navigator to support meaningful partnership.
Supports available to participate
We are in the process of applying for funding so that optional honoraria can be provided in alignment with SCPOR guidelines.
Submission of interest deadline
October 30, 2026
Contact information
Contact name: Ally Farrell
Email address:
ally.farrell@usask.ca
Phone number: 2042568173
