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The Canadian Institutes of Health Research is the federal government agency that provides funding to support the work of thousands of researchers. Through investments in world-class research, CIHR is improving the health of Canadians and people around the world.

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The CHEO Research Institute is dedicated to world-class research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. One of our greatest resources is our people: we are fortunate to have a team of scientists and clinical researchers, staff and trainees who are the best and brightest in their fields.

Recognized as one of the  National Capital Region’s Top Employers for 2023 , CHEO, a  top 40 research hospital  in Canada, offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Its Research Institute is a unique and exceptional place to work, offering a dynamic environment that inspires trust in our research excellence by being curious, nimble, passionate and equitable.

Nestled on the banks of the majestic Ottawa, Rideau and Gatineau Rivers, Ottawa is one of the most beautiful capital cities in the world. A world-class tourism and convention destination, Ottawa is rich in culture and heritage, blending its historic architecture with many national museums, parklands, green spaces, and waterways. The city’s residents enjoy an enviable quality of life that is recognized around the world.

What we Offer:

The CHEO Research Institute offers a wide variety of exciting career opportunities, including training positions for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows and staff positions for researchers and administrators. Please review our  researchers  and email our scientists directly, should their particular field of research be of interest to you.

We offer a variety of benefits including competitive salary, vacation benefits, health and dental plans, Pension Plan (HOOPP), Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), Mental Health support initiatives, discounts programs on food, entertainment and more.  

Our Culture:

The CHEO Research Institute has a unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork. A place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded.

The CHEO Research Institute embraces continued learning and development. We have a number of educational courses available to employees through the Organizational Learning and Development platform.

We are also excited to have a Research Mentorship Program. This program is for early career researchers who self-identify as wanting a mentor. The early career researcher (in the first five years of their career and who has demonstrated a specific research focus) will be paired with an experienced investigator/research professional who can provide career development and mentorship tailored to their research focus and desired career path.

CHEO RI has an immediate requirement for a full-time (0.8 FTE) Research Assistant.

Please sent a complete CV and cover letter to Sarah Healy, by email to [email protected] .

CHEO RI has an immediate requirement for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Business Development Lead in the Innovation Core.

Please send a complete CV and cover letter to Jim Bottomley, by email to: [email protected] .

CHEO RI has an immediate requirement for a Stakeholder Engagement and Ecosystem Lead in the Innovation Core.

CHEO RI has an immediate requirement for a Product Manager in the Innovation Core.

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Seeking a Senior Biomedical Scientist to    support Lunella Biotech’s mission in the discovery of anti-ageing and anti-cancer therapeutics.  This position will involve the screening and discovery of drugs that target the metabolic phenotype of senescent cells and cancer stem cells, across multiple cancer types.

Lunella Biotech

Ottawa, ontario.

Cancer Anti Aging

PhD Bio / Pharma sciences

Seeking a Principal Biomedical Scientist to support Lunella Biotech’s mission in the discovery of anti-ageing and anti-cancer therapeutics.

This position will involve the screening and discovery of drugs that target the metabolic phenotype of senescent cells and cancer stem cells, across multiple cancer types.

Cancer and Aging

PhD Bio sciences

Join an active and vibrant team enthusiastic about science and molecular imaging. The position is responsible for the maintenance and operations of state-of-the-art imaging equipment in the Archer research laboratory located in Botterell Hall. The key equipment the incumbent will be responsible for operating is a super-resolution confocal microscope with FLIM (Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscopy) and STED (STImulated Emission Depletion) capabilities. The Archer lab is a CIHR and CFI funded laboratory that does research in numerous areas, the main focus is on mitochondrial biology and experimental therapeutics for pulmonary hypertension, cancer and cardiac ischemia-reperfusion injury. The incumbent will design and implements a research plan, develop experimental approaches and adapting techniques and protocols as required.

Dept. of Medicine Queen's University

Kingston, ontario.

Medical Research

Masters, PhD, Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology

Research Security is vital for the University of Windsor for both researchers and funding partners on an  international, national and provincial level. The Research Security Coordinator will oversee all research  project related risk analyses and project assessments. The incumbent will function as an interface with  members of the university research community, directors and external government and industry stakeholders with the goal of supporting a secure research environment. 

University of Windsor Office of Research Partnerships

Windsor, ontario.

Research Risk Management

Research Security and Policy

Inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Mass Spectrometry in the department of chemistry at Vancouver Island University . This two-year position is a key part of a multi-institutional project utilizing cutting-edge mass spectrometry imaging technology to explore molecular mechanisms of tumor driven immunosuppression in various types of solid cancers. The primary focus of this role is to develop and apply nanospray desorption electrospray ionization (nano-DESI) methods to map metabolites in heterogeneous tumors.

Vancouver Island University - Chemistry Department

Vancouver island, british columbia.

Mass Spectrometry for cancer research

Analytical Chem, Biological Science - Post Doc

The Robarts Research Institute within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University seeks a Research Scientist to provide guidance and consultation related to a variety of research functions through the development of MRI experimental strategies.  The role will facilitate research by participating in the design and implementation and providing related guidance on equipment, as well as best approaches for project development, implementation, and evaluation.  The role will set research goals and objectives, carry out and oversee original and independent research, develop new research initiatives, prepare grant applications, and play a lead role in training and fostering relationships with collaborators, staff, graduate students, undergraduate students and post-doctoral fellows. The Research Scientist will also select and develop methods for data collection, publish and present findings, and develop new and innovative research approaches to achieve desired research outcomes.

Western University - job #31527

London, ontario.

MRI Imaging Research

MRI Research Scientists

McGill University is seeking an experienced leader with an outstanding record of scholarship and research to become its next Vice-Principal, Research and Innovation (VPRI).

Reporting to the Principal and Vice-Chancellor and working collaboratively within a multi-campus system, the VPRI is an integral member of the University’s Executive Team and strategically leads institutional research priorities and objectives in an effort to further advance McGill’s leadership position as a research-intensive institution of higher learning.

As the University’s internal and external advocate for research, the VPRI will provide strategic and inspired leadership for all aspects of research, innovation and creative activity at McGill, with a mission of maintaining the University’s standing as Canada’s pre-eminent research-intensive university and enhancing the University’s standing globally. 

McGill University

Montreal, quebec.

Multidisciplinary Innovation and Research

Vice Principal Research and Innovation

The INRS Énergie Matériaux Télécommunications Research Centre (EMT) is seeking to fill one new tenure-track professor position as part of the Joint Research Unit between INRS and University of Québec in Outaouais (UQO), with a strong potential for transferring knowledge and technology to users in the cybersecurity sector.

Join a staff of some 40 professor-researchers to undertake research and provide training (MSc, PhD, and postdoc) in various fields such as telecommunication systems, multimedia signal processing and analysis, artificial intelligence, ultrafast science and photonics, advanced materials, sustainable energy, environmental solutions, and nanobiotechnology. The selected candidate will be given the support to apply for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair as well as for Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) infrastructure support – John R. Evans Leaders Fund – to establish his/her research lab.

The INRS-UQO Joint Research Unit in Cybersecurity

Gatineau - ottawa, quebec.

Cybersecurity Research

PhD - CS and related fields

SickKids is looking for a dynamic Director with clinical and/ or research experience who can support the transformation of Clinical Research Services (CRS). Reporting to the Associate Chief of Clinical Research, and working with research, clinical, and operational leaders across the enterprise, the Director will support day-to-day CRS operations while simultaneously providing strategic leadership to support the modernization of policies, procedures, workflows, information service technologies, and infrastructure that support the high quality, safe, ethical, efficient, and equitable delivery of clinical research at SickKids.

SickKids Hospital

Toronto, ontario.

Clinical research leader

Masters level degrees. 7+ years team leader

The Tabori lab and the International Replication Repair Deficiency Consortium is looking for a highly motivated Research Fellow with outstanding organizational, critical thinking, quantitative data analysis and scientific writing skills to join our highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team. 

The Research Fellow will work on an exciting new initiative in the field of preventive immune-oncology . Specifically, the project aims to develop a robust immunological and preclinical foundation for novel LNP based RNA cancer vaccines . 

Preventive immune-oncology

Centennial College is looking for a strategic and hands-on leader to lead a dynamic data analytics and research team . Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Institutional Effectiveness, the Director will provide senior strategic leadership in the management and coordination of the College’s data needs and institutional research activities to inform planning and decision-making. The Director will oversee the collection, analysis, organization and reporting of institutional and external data, and will develop key metrics and monitoring frameworks for quality assurance. 

Centennial College - Data Analytics and Research Office - DARO

Toronto / remote, ontario.

Data Analytics, EDI

Director, Data Analytics and Research. Msc

Centennial College is seeking a change leader to deliver and operationalize strategic EDI initiatives across the enterprise. A unique opportunity reporting to the Associate Vice-President EDI, the Manager Research and Strategic Initiatives will plan and implement complex college-wide projects including the Centennial EDI Institutional Capacity Building Journey, oversee program effectiveness analyses, and be the principal project liaison between the Centennial community and the AVP. Working collaboratively and interculturally with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders, the incumbent will play a critical role in the college’s ability to meet its overall strategic and academic planning objectives.

Centennial College

EDI Education

Manager Research and Strategic Initiatives Equity Diversity Inclusion

CERA seeks a motivated and committed senior research professional with strong research, organizational, project management and strategic thinking skills. The successful candidate will lead complex, multi-stakeholder research initiatives in support of CERA’s comprehensive approach to advancing the right to housing through policy-relevant research, advocacy, community engagement and government relations. This role requires expertise in housing policy, an understanding of the right to adequate housing, demonstrated experience leading research projects on housing and the ability to employ a variety of research methods.

Remote - Canada Wide, Ontario

Data Research And Strategy

PhD, MSc. Senior Researchers

CERA seeks a motivated and committed data professional with strong analytical, organizational, and strategic thinking skills to join our team and help us in our ambitious goal of advancing the right to housing for all. In this role, your ability to juggle multiple responsibilities under tight timelines is essential. 

Remote & Canada Wide, Ontario

Mathematics, Statistics, Data Scientist

At the CGEn -  Canada's national platform for genome sequencing & analysis - the  Director, Programs & Partnerships will lead all CGEn activities focused on CGEn led programs and help build partnerships with national and international projects and organizations to enhance CGEn’s ability to support and impact the Canadian genomics eco-system. The position reports to the CGEn Chief Executive Officer and works closely with the CGEn’s Operational Management team.

SickKids - The Hospital For Sick Children

Toronto & remote, ontario.

Healthcare, medical, hospital, research

Director, Programs & Partnerships

Reporting to the Deputy Minister of National Defence as well as the Chief of the Defence Staff, among other areas of responsibility the Assistant Deputy Minister is accountable for: the strategic vision of the organization; promoting a culture of innovation; ensuring its eight research centres and laboratories across Canada are managed effectively; and, guiding people through ongoing change. 

Relevant du sous-ministre de la Défense nationale et du chef d’état-major de la Défense, entre autres domaines de responsabilité, le sous-ministre adjoint est responsable de la vision stratégique de l’organisation et de la promotion d’une culture d’innovation. Il doit aussi veiller à ce que ses huit centres et laboratoires de recherche du Canada soient gérés efficacement et guider les gens dans le cadre du changement continu.

Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) / Recherche et développement pour la défense Canada (RDDC)

Ottawa and remote / ottawa et éloigné, ontario.

Defence and Security / Défense et sécurité

Assistant Deputy Minister / Sous-ministre adjoint

Seeking a visionary cancer trialist for the position of Senior Investigator (SI) to be co-principal investigator of individual trials, and leader within the CCTG program and the CCTG scientific committees. Senior Investigators also have Faculty appointments at Queen’s University.

Join an internationally recognized group of cancer trial experts participating in scientific and policy decision-making of the CCTG, providing scientific and administrative leadership to the overall scientific strategy of the group, identifing new research opportunities, contributing to CCTG / trial activities within an inclusive, diverse, collaborative, and healthy work environment. 

Canadian Cancer Trials Group Cancer Research Institute,

Kingston or remote, ontario.

Senior Investigator (SI). Cancer Care

Reporting to the President, and as a member of the senior leadership team, among other areas, the VPR-P is accountable for the strategic oversight of the Scientific Institutes and serves in various capacities at key executive level governance committees. The VPR-P joins a senior leadership team consisting of the President, Executive Vice President and the Vice President Research – Learning Health Systems Research in the development of science initiatives, strategies, and policies. The incumbent also works closely with the Scientific Directors of CIHR’s 13 Institutes, and plays a key role in helping to guide the implementation of the Strategic Plan and accompanying Annual Action Plans .

Cross Canada, Ontario

Research Health Science , Health Research Policy

Vice President Research

The Centre for Advanced Computing at Queen’s University is seeking an experienced leader to join our multi-faceted team as Director, Advanced Research Computing. Reporting to the Associate Vice Principal (Research), this individual will have a comprehensive understanding of the Advanced Research Computing (ARC) landscape on a regional and national level, and have experience working in a research environment with secure high-performance computing and storage systems. The Director, Advanced Research Computing will be responsible for managing a dynamic team through multi-functional projects, requiring the incumbent to possess exceptional change management knowledge and ability to apply to diverse situations.

Queen's University

Field: Computer Science

Position: Director Advanced Computing

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced researcher whose advanced skills in qualitative and quantitative research are coupled with expert knowledge of equity, anti-oppression and anti-racism frameworks, to support evidence-informed decision-making and transformative systemic change across the Peel District School Board (PDSB).

Peel District School Board

Peel region, ontario.

Education and Policy

Research Officer

The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) Researcher-in-Residence position offers an exceptional opportunity to be at the nexus of climate solutions research and engagement focusing on the impact of sea level rise on coastal communities and the development of integrated flood adaptation strategies and design solutions.

Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS)

Victoria, british columbia.

Coastal Management, Climate Solutions

Researcher in residence

The Health Sector Information, Analysis and Reporting Division (HSIAR) sets the foundation for the delivery of high-quality health sector information, analytics and reporting. The Division leads key information management functions including data stewardship, governance, security, access, analytics and reporting, quality assurance, performance measurement and evaluations functions. HSIAR sets out to exercise effective governance over secondary use data resources, while enabling timely and secure access to data, supporting an integrated, modernized model of information sharing across the health sector. The Division leads the overarching provincial analytic strategy and approach, and performs comprehensive, robust and integrated analytics, research and evaluation of health sector performance. To ensure a consistent and timely approach to health system evaluation and continuous improvement, the Division is responsible for the development of the overarching policy framework and monitoring of outcomes and impacts of health system policy direction.

The  Director Methodologies and Cross Sector  is responsible for leading, directing and providing oversight for the development and implementation of methodologies that apply to statistics, methodologies and classifications. In the Director role, you will oversee the production of reports analyzing methodology and integration of analysis in planning documents from across the health sector that inform decision making. 

BC Public Service

Health Services

One (1) Director

Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a University of Toronto teaching hospital and academic research centre located on the shores of Georgian Bay in the town of Penetanguishene, only 45 minutes from Barrie and 90 minutes from Toronto.

A Post-Doctoral Fellowship is available under the supervision of Dr. Nathan Kolla, Vice President, Research & Academics, and in association with the Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto. This Fellowship offers the opportunity to gain and contribute knowledge to the area of risk factors and assessment . The ideal student is interested in forensic mental health, psychopathy, genetics, neuroscience and risk factor identification.

Waypoint Research Institute

Evidence-Based Mental Health and Addictions Research

One (1) post-doctoral fellowship

VIU invites applications for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in the area of  Community-based Kinesiology and Physical Literacy . Tier 2 Canada Research Chairs are exceptional, emerging researchers acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to demonstrate world-class leadership. VIU’s Sport, Health and Physical Education (SHAPE) Program offers a Bachelor of Arts, Minor/Major degree in Physical Education. The department is searching for a dynamic faculty member early in their career who has demonstrated research and leadership in the area of community-based kinesiology, physical literacy, health and wellness. Additionally, the candidate should be committed to teaching excellence with a strong interest in student engagement and success.  Collegiality, flexibility, and enthusiasm/passion for the art and science of movement   are important characteristics outlined in the SHAPE Vision.

The CRC will have 75% of their position dedicated to research and 25% towards teaching (equivalent to two courses annually). The teaching responsibilities will be determined based on the disciplinary and teaching background of the candidate. The CRC will become a faculty member in the Faculty of Education. Canada Research Chairs are tenable for five years and renewable once, after which time, the CRC will become a full-time faculty member. The CRC will be provided with an operating grant for their research program and may apply for Canada Foundation for Innovation funding.

Vancouver Island University

Nanaimo, british columbia.

Kinesiology, Physical Literacy, Physical Education,

One (1) Tier 2 Canada Research Chair

Vancouver Island University invites applications for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in the area of  Indigenous Education  with a focus in teaching and learning.  Tier 2 Chairs are for exceptional emerging researchers, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to lead in their field. This CRC will aid VIU in achieving the  Teaching and Learning  and the  Equity, Diversity and Social Justice  foci of the Strategic Research Plan.

The Faculty of Education at VIU offers BEd, post-baccalaureate and Master’s of Education programs for undergraduate and graduate students. We are seeking a candidate whose expertise is in the area of Educational Research, Indigenous Knowledge, curriculum development, or action research applied in education/learning contexts to support our Faculty’s  Vision .  Candidates will bring expertise in Aboriginal education or culturally responsive teaching.  

The CRC will have 75% of their position dedicated to research and 25% towards teaching (equivalent to 2 courses annually). The teaching responsibilities will be determined based on the disciplinary and teaching background of the candidate. The CRC will become a faculty member in the Faculty of Education. In addition to the faculty of Education, candidates will be invited to participate in related programming at VIU such as Studies in Women and Gender or our Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Department. Research Chairs are tenable for 5 years and renewable once, after which time, the CRC will become a full-time faculty member. The CRC will be provided with an operating grant for their research program and may apply for Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) funding. 

Indigenous Education, Equity, Diversity, Social Justice, Teaching, Research

Vancouver Island University invites applicants for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in  Human Dimensions of Sustainability and Resilience . Tier 2 Chairs are for exceptional emerging researchers, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to lead in their field. This CRC will aid VIU in achieving the Health, Resilience and Well-being and Resilient Island and Rural Regions foci of the Strategic Research Plan.

Sustainability is a core value at Vancouver Island University. An inherently interdisciplinary topic of study, it also enables the convergence and collaboration of faculty in a number of disciplines. This Canada Research Chair will develop a highly interdisciplinary program of research that brings together the insights from disciplines in the social sciences such as sociology, psychology, geography, and leisure management to understand the human dimensions of environmental sustainability and community resilience. Through collaborative interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary work, this CRC will contribute greater insights on how human knowledge, actions, processes and interactions are influenced and informed by natural and cultural systems and places. Potential areas of study may include, but are not limited to, interactions of humans and natural/cultural environments, environmental psychology, conservation, sustainable design and development, community and regional resilience and social innovation.

The Waypoint Research Institute is currently seeking a full time Research Scientist with specialization in epidemiology and/or bio-statistics. The purpose of this position is to lead or assist with major research projects; provide high level expertise and advice regarding the use of a broad range of advanced statistical analysis techniques, complex database development and maintenance (including electronic health records), and the development and implementation of a range of sophisticated research methodologies and approaches to Principle Investigators and other researchers at the Institute; provide advice and recommendations on appropriate research strategies and interpretation of results to the Research Teams, Director, Research & Academics and the Vice President, Research & Academics, and external collaborators.

Position Title: Research Scientist – Epidemiology/Bio-Statistics

Job Class:   Research Scientist 1

Dept/Program:   Research & Academics                                    

Rate of Pay:  $47.18 - $56.33 per hour

Employment Type: Full Time                                                   

Employee Group:   OPSEU

Work Schedule: 37.50 hours weekly as per schedule                

Sarah Jorgensen, Waypoint Research Institute

Research & Academics - Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Mental Health

One Full-Time Position

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Position Title: Post-Doctoral Fellow

Dept/Program:  Research & Academics                              

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 2 years     

Employee Group:  Non-Union

Work Schedule: 37.50 hours weekly as per schedule        

Posting Date: January 4th, 2019

Posting Type:  Open                                                            

Number:  1

Shift Type:  Days

Job Class:  Under Review 

Rate of Pay:  Under Review

As the Biostatistician/Statistician Advisor, you will support the efforts of the Regional Health Management Team (RHMT) in improving their knowledge of statistics so that they can better analyze and create methods of interpreting the vast amounts of medical data that they have. You will also help them to better assess the risks and benefits of various medical procedures in their catchment area. A large part of your day to day work will involve designing new and insightful studies, collecting the relevant information from physicians and patients, and compiling these raw numbers into a sensible form. By evaluating the risk factors present in Kigoma population, you will be able to compute the dangers of and solutions to the spread of disease.

Regional Health Management Team-Kigoma/CUSO INTERNATIONAL

Kigoma, tanzania.

Bioinformatics

One Biostatistician/Statistician Advisor for 12 months

The two open Postdoctoral Research Fellows positions at the Institut du Savoir Montfort (ISM)- Research located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada shall contribute to the Research & Development for the new Center of Clinical Excellence in Multimorbidity of the Montfort Hospital.

Under the supervision of the team leader, Alain Mouttham, PhD, the research will investigate leading edge Artificial Intelligence and Deep Machine Learning approaches to clinical decision support systems, in the context of care to patients with Multimorbidity. Research will be followed by Development of prototypes of such clinical decision support systems which will be validated in pilot projects undertaken jointly with the hospital clinicians and health professionals.

Institut du Savoir Montfort

Clinical decision support systems for multimorbidity. Computer Science. Health Informatics

Two Postdoctoral Research Fellow Positions.

PolicyWise for Children & Families (PolicyWise) is recruiting a Research Director, Data Initiatives.

PolicyWise exists to improve child, family and community well-being through leading, creating and mobilizing research and evaluation for evidence-informed policy and practice. 

PolicyWise for Children & Families

Edmonton, alberta.

Policy development and analysis

Research Director

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Are you a driven research professional looking to showcase your technical and people management skills? Then consider this unique opportunity with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Housing Policy Branch!

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Housing Policy

The Executive Director works to foster collaboration among research funding agencies to successfully implement CCRA’s Pan-Canadian Cancer Research Strategy Target 2020: A Strategy for Collaborative Action, 2015-2020 leads the Partnership’s role in fostering alignment with relevant aspects of the CCRA’s strategy.

You will be reporting through the Cancer Control Division for operational accountabilities, and to the CCRA Board for establishing and executing strategic priorities and for ensuring the effective functioning of CCRA.

Canadian Cancer Research Alliance (CCRA)

Cancer Research, Strategy and Policy

Reporting to the Principal Investigator within the Faculty of Engineering, you will plan and execute non-routine assignments of varying complexity requiring deep knowledge of related engineering or scientific theory, principles and practices. More specifically, as a Research Associate – Engineer, you will work in a lab setting on the development of prototypes in preparation for demonstrations. The working language is English. This is a contract position of approximately 12 months, with possible renewal.

University of Ottawa

Engineering

Research Associate

A postdoctoral research position is immediately available at the Mining Innovation, Rehabilitation and Applied Research Corporation (MIRARCO) to undertake research on geomechanics issues related to mining at great depth.   The successful applicant will work under the supervision of Drs Peter K. Kaiser and Ming Cai at Laurentian University and will also be expected to train and mentor junior researchers and graduate students, write research reports and publications and assist in the preparation of research proposals. At this stage, the research may be related to the interpretation of monitoring data from pillar load testing, rock bursting and the determination of strainburst potential, and the collection of data in underground environments. For these reasons, applicants must demonstrate experience with underground work (tunnelling or mining), numerical modelling, and instrumentation as well as practical interpretation of field observations. 

Sudbury, Ontario

Geomechanics

Postdoctoral Researcher in Geomechanics

Improving the quality of Ontario’s health care system is a critical goal at HQO. If you are committed to improving overall health system performance, this position offers an ideal opportunity to support this transformational mandate. HQO is the provincial advisor on quality, a catalyst for quality improvement, an independent source of information on health evidence and a trusted resource for monitoring the performance of the Province's publicly funded health system.

Health Quality Ontario

Health System Performance

Vice President, Health System Performance

Reporting to the VP, Cancer Control, the Director provides program leadership for the project’s national coordinating centre and, working collaboratively with the project’s Senior Scientific Leader, provides input into the strategic leadership and general oversight of this key project.

The Director is a member of the Partnership’s Strategic Management Committee that includes the CEO, Vice Presidents and Directors, and will contribute to the organization’s strategic decision making to achieve its mandate in cancer control.

Canadian Partnership Against Cancer

Cancer Research

Reporting to the Associate Dean, Research and Graduate Studies, this position is responsible for enhancing and promoting the Lassonde School of Engineering (LSE) as a centre of excellence in research The incumbent serves as an advisor to the Associate Dean, Research and Graduate Studies and the Dean regarding: the overarching strategic direction for research; development, and implementation of research policy; identification and development of research partnerships with government, industry and community; coordination of major research initiatives; stimulation of nominations for awards; promotion of Faculty-research initiatives; and building research capacity within the faculty through communication, education, and training. Additionally, the incumbent serves as advisor to the Dean, Associate Dean and Department Chairs regarding the strategic direction of graduate studies within LSE: develops, implements and oversees the effective delivery of the graduate studies program.

York University

Research Partnerships Director

PhD preferred, 5+ experience in academic research

The mission for the Vice President, Research and Innovation is to reduce system burden to support a more sustainable health system and yield high impact results across the Hospital’s three sites.

Priorities include Development of New Models of Care, Operational Modeling, Health Information Technology, Awareness Projects and Research and Integration of Health Practice with Curriculum. With a number of the research team already in place, you’ll have the opportunity to quickly plan and evolve Trillium’s research capacity and translate it into applied innovation on behalf of its patients.

We seek an outstanding senior research leader committed to system performance and innovation, you are also an exceptional relationship developer capable of inspiring teams, peers and stakeholders with your vision of possibilities. You won’t find an organization more open to the possibilities than Trillium Health Partners.

Trillium Health Partners

Health Research and Healthcare

Vice President, Research and Innovation

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The  Vice President for Science at  Compute Canada - Calcul Canada,  will develop a national strategy  to promote and support the shared use of advanced computing to enables research and innovation for Canada.  

The role will report to the CEO and Research Advisory Committee, and advocate for research and innovation both within the organization and nationally. As an active researcher, you will have the opportunity to continue to be based out of your home university, but with frequent travel to meet with your colleagues at Compute Canada and others across the country.  

Compute Canada - Calcul Canada

Vancouver, british columbia.

Computer science

Vice President, Science

The inaugural Leslie Diamond Chair in Cancer Survivorship will enhance the development, execution and translation of cancer survivorship research at regional, national and international levels. Focusing upon the phase of the cancer trajectory occurring after primary treatment, including the challenges of effective transitioning to palliative and end of life care, the new Chair will conduct research to address the  needs of cancer survivors and their families in the context of health system innovation.

Simon Fraser University (SFU) and the British Columbia Cancer Agency (BCCA)

Leslie Diamond Chair in Cancer Survivorship

As the visionary leader of the Foundation, the President and Chief Executive Officer is responsible for developing and directing strategic and innovative programs which promote research excellence and generate benefits for the health and health care of British Columbians. Promoting collaboration among organizations and across multiple jurisdictions, the incumbent works with government, institutions and researchers to advance health research and address health and health system priorities.

Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research

President and CEO

Successful senior executives with a record of achievement in Health Research

The Planetary Exploration group is looking for two Post Doctoral fellows to work on various aspects of the Alpha-Particle X-ray Spectrometer (APXS). The APXS is an in-situ x-ray spectrometer for elemental analysis with a long history of successful deployments on Mars Pathfinder and the Mars Exploration Rover missions. An improved APXS will be launched on the Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) end of 2011.

Department of Physics, University of Guelph

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Bruyère provides a wide range of health services to the aging population within its hospital campuses and long-term care homes. As an academic health care organization, Bruyère specializes in care of the elderly through rehabilitation, palliative care, brain health, and complex continuing care. Bruyère is recruiting for numerous positions, from Registered Nurses to corporate administrative and support staff.

Pediatric health care is an exciting, challenging and rewarding field. If you’re driven by a desire to create the best life for children and youth, consider applying at CHEO. CHEO has been recognized as a National Capital Region Top Employer eight times for being an exceptional place to work. We’re currently recruiting Registered Nurses, Registered Nurse Practical Nurses, Health Care Aids, students and more!

EORLA is inviting Medical Laboratory Technologists to join #teamEORLA and work in one of our 18 hospital-based, licensed laboratories – located across the region, in a variety of urban, suburban and rural settings.  Together we perform over 12,000,000 tests annually within the disciplines of Anatomical Pathology, Biochemistry, Hematopathology, Microbiology & Virology, Molecular Oncology, Tissue Typing/DNA and Transfusion Medicine. Our innovative model delivers patient-focused, high-quality services to over 1.3 million people.

Montfort is Ontario’s francophone academic hospital. Here, we place exemplary person-centred care at the heart of our care practices. You will have the opportunity to evolve with a dedicated team for whom providing outstanding care is a priority.

We have a wide range of nursing positions of all kinds to fill, as well as several positions for health care professionals and workers.

The Perley and Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre is one of the largest and most progressive long-term care homes in Ontario. In addition to the 450 long-term and short-stay care beds for Veterans and the public, the campus includes a Seniors Village with independent-living apartments for 200 seniors and employs a staff of more than 850.

At Queensway Carleton Hospital we are committed to doing more for our patients and for each other. We are 2,500 people working together as one team – proud of our friendly, close-knit culture. Forbes recognizes us as a top employer in Canada, Newsweek  recognizes  us as a top hospital in Canada. We have high-quality acute care and an innovative spirit.

Revera is dedicated to celebrating the human spirit of our residents, and of our employees. We provide a world-class environment to engage in meaningful work; work that serves our communities with compassion, dignity and excellence.

Join us and be part of a culture of teamwork, empathy, and positivity that gives every staff member the chance to fully contribute, thrive, and live their best life.

Roger Neilson House is about living life to the fullest. The experience of a “home away from home” fosters freedom, security, pleasure, and quality of family life. Children, youth and their families living with a progressive life-limiting illness are entitled to access comprehensive palliative care services. This timely, holistic, patient and family-focused, culturally sensitive care is enhanced by the experience of Roger Neilson House.

The Royal is one of Canada’s foremost mental health care, teaching and research hospitals. Our mandate is simple: to help more people living with mental illness and addiction into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do, and it’s driven by the passion and dedication of our employees. Currently hiring Registered Nurses and Personal Support Workers.

Become the familiar face residents look for. Join an innovative and supportive team that works from within to spread the warmth of human connection. Form meaningful relationships in an environment that fosters connections between teams. We’re hiring full-time, part-time, permanent, and temporary positions for PSWs, HCAs, nurses, dietary aides, and servers. ​​In support of social distancing, we’re conducting virtual interviews.

The Ottawa Hospital is one of Canada’s largest learning and research hospitals. We serve 1.2 million people across Eastern Ontario at our three main campuses and various satellite sites, striving to provide each patient with the world-class care, exceptional service and compassion that we would want for our loved ones.

Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) is a patient-centred primary care hospital that has been established in Alexandria, Ontario for over 50 years. HGMH provides acute care, complex continuing care, 24-hour emergency services, and rehabilitation to over 23,000 residents every year. Our team includes 150 staff members, who all take pride in bringing quality health care to our local Eastern Ontario community.

HGH has a reputation of excellence in healthcare, innovation and leadership. Our qualified staff and physicians are committed to providing the best patient and family-centered care. HGH is transforming into a regional model hospital in Ontario through its major redevelopment project and a 160$ million investment in state-of-the-art technology and infrastructure. HGH offers a dynamic clinical environment and a culture of compassion, innovation and excellence. Here’s your opportunity to contribute to the creation of the new HGH!

The Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor and the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital have been providing excellent care to the residents of Mississippi Mills for generations. Together, forming the Mississippi River Health Alliance our Hospitals are collaborating to improve patient and resident care in our communities. If you would like to be part of our dynamic health care team, we would like to hear from you

The Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital has been providing quality health care services for over 70 years. With a staff of 300 and a growing number of medical staff all supported by almost 200 volunteers, this progressive 44-bed organization provides exemplary care to over 30,000 residents of West Ottawa, McNab/Braeside, Arnprior and Mississippi Mills.

Located in a beautiful, scenic area west of Ottawa, the Deep River & District Hospital, Four Seasons Lodge and North Renfrew Family Health Team serve the needs of approximately 20,000 residents. Our Mission is “Caring for every person like a loved one, within an integrated health system”. Accreditation Canada has recently recognized the organization’s operational performance with its highest rating, Exemplary Standing.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care for seniors across Canada. We operate or provide contract services to a network of 122 long-term care homes and retirement communities and approximately 8.8 million hours of home health care services annually. We have a highly-trained workforce of almost 22,800 individuals, passionate about high quality services to help people live better.

The Pembroke Regional Hospital delivers a broad range of acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic services to a mixed urban and rural population of approximately 55,000 residents. PRH is seeking health care professionals to join our team, who are committed to our mission and vision

Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is a fully-accredited acute care health care organization located on two state-of-the-art sites. We are situated in the heart of Rideau Canal region with historic, river-front towns and beautiful cottage country. Only 45 minutes from west Ottawa, we proudly care for more than 60,000 people. We seek nurses in the ER, ICU, OR and Laboratory Technologists.

The Renfrew Victoria Hospital (RVH) is a fully accredited facility located just 45 minutes west of Ottawa. Part of the Renfrew and Area Health Village, a multi-service regional health community, we support 450 staff with state-of-the-art equipment and offer surgical, medical and complex continuing care as well as an extensive ambulatory care program with over 30,000 emergency and clinic visits per year.

St. Francis Memorial is a 20-bed hospital noted for progressive programs and a friendly work environment. Located 30 minutes from Algonquin Park and 2 hours from Ottawa, the area offers exceptional natural beauty with year-round activities like mountain biking, snowmobiles, swimming and camping. We offer nursing positions for those who want to make a difference in a rural setting.

Brockville General Hospital is a growing community hospital, located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Brockville, Ontario.

BGH is committed to patient-centred care. Focused on continuous improvement, we strive to balance our financial and operating needs to support the delivery of safe, quality patient care. We are building on this promise and expanding our services through our Phase 2 Redevelopment Project, where all hospital services and programs are under one roof.

Cornwall Hospital provides a full range of acute inpatient, outpatient and community mental health services to our catchment area of 100 000 people from the communities of Cornwall, the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry and to the Mohawk Community of Akwesasne. We are currently hiring experienced Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses and MRI Technologists.

Kemptville District Hospital (KDH) is a 40-bed acute care hospital located in the rapidly growing Eastern Ontario municipality of North Grenville, 40 minutes south of Ottawa. We provide 24-hour emergency care, inpatient care, orthopaedic surgery including inpatient total joint replacement (as a satellite of The Ottawa Hospital), convalescent care, interim long-term care, day surgery, diagnostic imaging, a wide variety of outpatient clinics, and education and wellness programming, including diabetes education and support.

Winchester District Memorial Hospital (WDMH) is a rural teaching hospital with an award-winning reputation for compassionate excellence. We know that exceptional care involves more than good medicine. We are one team, focused on high quality throughout the organization. Our achievements have been recognized regionally, provincially and nationally. WDMH is currently recruiting for RNs, RPNs, COVID Test Administrators, and Housekeepers. Please continually check our job board for our current opportunities.

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Ottawa is a vibrant and growing city that prides itself on its exceptional quality of life. Ottawa Public Health works hard at enhancing the health and safety of its over one million residents through an impressive range of health protection, health promotion and surveillance activities.

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Apply by completing the online application  including emergency contacts and references. Contact information is required for both references. Family members may not be used as references.

You will be notified by the Coordinator of Volunteer Resources when your application has been accepted and information about specific opportunities will be provided.

There is mandatory training for all Ottawa Public Health volunteers, conveniently available online. Please complete the  Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA) training . Once completed, please provide confirmation by:

• Sending an email with the subject line “Accessibility training completed.”
• Include your name and the date you completed each training in the body of the email.

After you’ve completed requirements 1 and 2 and your application for an opportunity has been accepted, you will be provided with a letter of authorization for a police records check. Complete your  Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJM) or Police Vulnerable Sector Check(PVSC) . Once you receive your background check, please forward the electronic document to  [email protected]

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