Core Competencies in Pharmacology Education Study

We invite you to help define the future of pharmacology in Canada by participating in a national study led by CSPT in collaboration with the University of Ottawa.

Expression of Interest Form

Study title: Defining Core Competencies in Pharmacology Education in Canada

Principal Investigator: Dr. Dylan Burger, Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Ottawa

Supervisor: Dr. Fabiana Crowley, Department of Physiology & Pharmacology, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University

Co-Investigator: Dr. Karim Ibrahim, Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Ottawa

The study aims to identify the key competencies and learning outcomes needed for undergraduate and graduate students in non-professional pharmacology programs across Canada. By participating, you’ll directly help improve curriculum design, bridge gaps across institutions, and ensure learners are well-prepared for academic and research careers. The study will be conducted solely in English and has been approved by the University of Ottawa Research Ethics Board (H-02-25-11127).

Eligibility Criteria

Participation is voluntary, and you may withdraw at any time. To participate, you must:

• Be 18 years or older and proficient in English

• Meet one of the following:

• • ≥2 years in academia: Holder of a graduate or professional degree and affiliated with an academic Canadian pharmacology program/institution including, but not limited to, roles such as Instructor, Lecturer, Professor, Program Director, and Scientist.

  • ≥2 years in government/provincial sector with experience in pharmacology including, but not limited to, roles such as Scientific Evaluators, Clinical Evaluators, or Policy Analysts
  • ≥2 years in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, including, but not limited to, roles such as R&D Scientist, Medical Science Liaison, or Quality Control Analyst.
  • Recent graduate (≤2 years post-graduation) from a Canadian pharmacology program (minimum BSc).

Participation Details

Participation in up to three Delphi survey rounds (1 hour/round)

• In each Delphi round, you will anonymously respond to an online questionnaire in which you will review and rate the proposed competencies. After each round, aggregated, anonymized feedback will be shared with you to revise your views in light of collective insights to a consensus is reached.

Compensation

As a thank you for your time, you’ll be entered into a raffle to win one of three $50 prepaid MasterCard gift cards. Withdrawing from the study will not affect your raffle eligibility. Winners will be contacted via email after the study concludes.

How to Participate

If you meet the eligibility criteria and are interested in participating, complete the Expression of Interest Form below:

Expression of Interest Form

Contact Information

If you have questions about the study, please contact Dr. Fabiana Crowley and Dr. Karim Ibrahim . If you have concerns about the ethical conduct of this study, you may contact the Office of Research Ethics and Integrity at ethics@uottawa.ca or (613) 562-5800 ext. 5387.