Junior Research Coordinator - Ovarian Cancer Project

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

1d • CA$28 - CA$33 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ovarian cancer affects approximately 3000 Canadians annually, but the 5-year survival rates are below 50%, making it the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths in females. Opportunistic salpingectomy (OS) is the recommended prevention strategy for high grade serous ovarian cancer. Access to OS as an ovarian cancer prevention strategy is significantly impacted by where a person lives in Canada. OS is performed less consistently in rural and remote areas, presenting an issue of equitable access to ovarian cancer prevention strategies. Indigenous populations are more likely to live in rural and remote areas, decreasing chances of accessing this potentially lifesaving surgery. In addition, Canada needs to reconcile with a history of forced sterilization among Indigenous women. The “Improving equitable access to safe and effective ovarian cancer prevention through opportunistic salpingectomy” project is led by Dr Gillian Hanley and Dr. Brittany Bingham (shíshálh Nation). This project recognizes the pervasive medical racism and the ways that Canada’s colonial history has eroded trust in the biomedical healthcare system and seeks to learn about how OS can be discussed in a culturally safe way for equitable access to ovarian cancer prevention. The Junior Research Coordinator will support the design, coordination, and implementation of the ovarian cancer research project within the Indigenous Equity Lab. This includes supporting data collection, knowledge translation, event planning, and community engagement. The position requires both independent work and strong collaboration within a dynamic research team. Occasional travel to communities across BC may be required. The Indigenous Equity Lab, housed at the Women’s Health Research Institute (WHRI), is hiring a Research Coordinator to support the Ovarian Cancer Project. The Lab focuses on advancing culturally safe and equitable health services, amplifying Indigenous voices, and fostering Indigenous capacity building and mentorship.

Requirements

• Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Indigenous Studies, Community Development) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least four years of related experience in research coordination, community engagement, or frontline work.
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-oppression, and Indigenous cultural safety.
• Experience in Indigenous research methodologies such as Storytelling and Sharing Circles.
• Master of Public Health degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Indigenous Studies, Community Development) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and/or communities marginalized by systemic inequities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools (Zoom, Teams, etc.).
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Priority will be given to applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous.
• Applications from individuals who identify as 2SLGBTQQIA+ or POC, and those with lived experience relevant to the project, are strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research activities that contribute to the development of region-specific youth engagement plans.
• Collaborate with the team to plan and execute the Virtual Gathering, a key event for networking and idea exchange and support development of gathering agenda and activities.
• Assists with talking circles, and data collection, following standard operating procedures.
• Drafts reports, manuscripts, and knowledge translation materials tailored to various audiences and assists with data analysis and manuscript preparation.
• Coordinate logistics for community advisory and partner meetings, including preparation and delivery of materials and presentations, producing research meeting agendas, minutes, and summaries, and follow-up with relevant stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally.
• A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world.
• Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential.
• New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work.
• Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence.
• An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.
• We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree