Patient Education Content Designer, Oncology

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Calgary seeks a Patient Education Content Designer for a full-time position. You will create and design educational resources for patients on ALK-inhibitor treatment for lung cancer. Ideal candidates have a background in medical writing and health communication, with strong skills in developing accessible digital content. This role requires collaboration with patients and clinicians to ensure clarity and engagement in educational materials.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5+ years of experience in medical writing or digital content development.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex medical content into plain-language materials.
• Experience developing content for digital platforms like websites and PDFs.

Responsibilities

• Translate clinical data into educational patient-facing resources.
• Design visual elements to ensure content accessibility.
• Collaborate with clinicians to validate resource materials.

Skills

Medical writing

Health communication

Digital content development

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences or related field

Master's degree (an asset)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Adobe Suite

Job description

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The Department of Oncology in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Patient Education Content Designer. This Full-time Fixed Short-Term position is for approximately 3 months (based on grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

The Glans-Look Lung Cancer Research (GLR) Program seeks a creative, detail-oriented Patient Education Content Designer to join the PROPEL ALK initiative, a patient-facing educational project for individuals receiving ALK-inhibitor (ALKi) treatment for non-small cell lung cancer.

Reporting to the GLR Program Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate product monographs, clinical data, and research findings into educational patient-facing resources.
• Develop content that fits a structured framework for proactive prevention, active management, and emergent care guidance.
• Tailor materials for various literacy levels and incorporate user feedback to optimize clarity and usefulness.
• Design visual elements or guide designers to ensure content accessibility (e.g., infographics, icons).
• Review available research to understand audience needs and segments, and use these insights to create targeted, user-focused content.
• Collaborate with patients, caregivers, and clinicians to co-design and validate resource materials.
• Ensure content meets digital standards for readability, engagement, and accessibility.
• Update and refine materials based on clinical input and usage analytics.
• Promote consistency in tone, messaging, and evidence-based recommendations across all content.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences, Education, Communications, or related field; Master's degree an asset.
• 3 - 5+ years of experience in medical writing, health communication, or digital content development.
• Background in English, Journalism, or Creative Writing an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex medical content into plain-language materials for public or patient audiences.
• Familiarity with health literacy standards and patient-centered design principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva, Adobe Suite, or similar tools for content layout / design.
• Experience developing content for digital platforms (e.g., websites, PDFs, mobile).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in oncology or rare disease content is an asset.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

Application Deadline: August 4, 2025

We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for further steps will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, under the Specialist / Advisor Job Family, Phase 2.

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About The University Of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. Founded in 1966, it has 36,000 students and is known for research, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. Visit ucalgary.ca for more information.

The university is committed to Indigenous strategies and fostering a diverse, inclusive campus environment. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. We support accommodations during the recruitment process.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, especially Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Additional Details

Senior level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industry: Higher Education