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Indigenous Research Liaison (IRL) - BC NEIHR British Columbia Network Environment for Indigenous Health Research |  Date posted: May 1, 2026

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ABOUT THE BC NEIHR

Hosted at the Centre for Collaborative Action on Indigenous Health Governance (CCAIHG) within the Faculty of Health Sciences at 51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏ, the BC NEIHR is an Indigenous-led network that heightens the engagement of Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) Communities, Collectives and Organizations (ICCOs), Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers, and interdisciplinary, multi-sectoral groups and organizations in BC. Through our extensive network of experienced and dedicated members and partners, the BC NEIHR supports a provincial and national Indigenous health research agenda. Ultimately, the BC NEIHR will contribute to the improved health, wellbeing and strength of Indigenous peoples by supporting transformative research.

Our collective goal is to increase and enhance Indigenous-led health research in BC and Canada through the following objectives: 1) develop research infrastructure; 2) facilitate and support Indigenous peoples in leading health research and knowledge sharing; 3) provide research-related funding; 4) develop and support research capacity; 5) enhance awareness and relevance of Indigenous health research; 6) facilitate and support ethical and culturally safe research partnerships; and 7) engage in partnerships.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Nominated Principal Investigator Dr. Krista Stelkia (SFU; BC NEIHR; CCAIHG), Program Manager, Elizabeth Hunter (BC NEIHR), as well as working with BC NEIHR’s governance partners (First Nations Health Authority, Métis Nation BC, and BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres), and collaborators such as the BC SUPPORT Unit, the IRL will undertake the following activities:

Relationship Building

â–ª Respectfully engage and develop relationships and research partnerships with ICCOs, Indigenous researchers across the regions in BC. Participant in health-related gatherings (budget permitting) to engage with ICCOs and bring awareness of the BC NEIHR program by promoting the Network membership registration.
â–ª Create strategies to address distrust and barriers around health research in colonial research environments.
â–ª Keep ongoing and regular communication with funded ICCOs.

Liaison & Facilitation

â–ª Collaborate with the BC NEIHR and CCAIHG Teams, including external collaborators and partners (i.e., BC SUPPORT Unit) to plan, coordinate, and evaluate local/regional capacity bridging events, webinars, training sessions, and knowledge sharing gatherings or activities.
â–ª Share and distribute information of BC NEIHR funding and capacity bridging opportunities to ICCOs.
â–ª Travel to meet with ICCOs in their respective region and participate in Indigenous Health and Wellness conferences or gatherings (travel budget permitting).
â–ª Liaison with ICCOs to identify and address regional community research priorities.
â–ª Support the facilitation of partnerships for the development of community-based research ethics review processes and other collaborations.

Mentorship

â–ª Mentor ICCOs for building capacity as an organization or collective (e.g. opening collectives bank accounts, incorporating associations, and structuring projects for funding access).
â–ª Provide capacity-bridging support to ICCOs provincially and in respective regions, including mentoring ICCOs to create and develop innovative and integrative research development and knowledge sharing strategies.
â–ª Support ICCOs leaders to take full control of their projects, ensuring self-determination with allies acting only as support (e. g. they decide what, when, and how to proceed).
â–ª Provide mentorship and technical support to ICCOs in writing research development grant and knowledge sharing mobilization grant applications.

Navigation

â–ª Guide ICCOs in building capacity for health research initiatives.
â–ª Develop plain-language workbooks and templates to support the BC NEIHRs research development and knowledge sharing activities.
â–ª Translate academic terminology and institutional processes for ICCOs with diverse literacy levels and research experience, ensuring that Indigenous knowledge systems are respected and integrated where possible.
â–ª Assist ICCOs by providing an overview and navigating institutional procedures, such as institutional ethics review boards, ethical guidelines, grants approval processes, and other administrative requirements.
â–ª Connect ICCOs with relevant funding opportunities from other institutions.

Other Communications and Training

â–ª Attend training workshops and receive ongoing instruction from Elders/Knowledge Holders, Investigators and Knowledge Users, and the Program Manager, BC NEIHR, or CCAIHG Team.
â–ª Frequent communication with Program Manager via email, Zoom and telephone.
â–ª Participate in ongoing communication with BC NEIHR team members via MS Teams, email and Zoom videoconferencing.
â–ª Attend and report on activities conducted at the weekly and monthly team meetings via Zoom videoconferencing.
â–ª Provide monthly written reports to the Program Manager that detail all activities and an evaluation of such activities.
â–ª Organize and lead face-to-face and video-and-teleconferencing with ICCOs.
â–ª Collaboratively work with other IRLs on various network activities and communicate frequently.
▪ Participate and obtain the following training and certifications: San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety, OCAP® and TCPS2 Chapter 9.
â–ª Perform other BC NEIHR and CCAIHG-related duties as required.

APPLICATION DETAILS

This is a grant-funded position:

• Status: Full-time position (37.5 hours/week) for a one-year contract, with the possibility of extension.
• Annual Salary: $70,000 full-time
• Location: Remote (based in BC). Occasional travel required throughout BC, including community and partner outreach and attendance of in-person events and meetings.

How to Apply:

1. Send your application package, including cover letter, CV/resume and Experience Statement (see below) via email to:bcneihr@sfu.ca. Use the subject line to clearly state the position you are applying for (e.g., "NAME OF THE POSITION Application").

2. Experience Statement. As part of the application package, please include a 1-2 page Experience Statement that outlines why you are interested in this position and your experience in providing research support and conducting community engagement with Indigenous peoples and communities. This is an opportunity to highlight in a narrative format key aspects of your work, education, training or other experiences that make you a suitable candidate for this position. Please consider the activities listed under Position Summary when creating your Experience Statement.

Graduate students in BC are encouraged to apply. If you are a current graduate student interested in a full-time position, you must include your time management plans in your cover letter to demonstrate how you will balance your studies with the full-time role.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted to go to the next stage.

Interview Process: Selected applicants will be invited to have an interview. Those selected will need to demonstrate their experience working with ICCOs through a presentation during the interview. This presentation may include photographs or other forms of proof (such as project reports, testimonials, or portfolio examples) showcasing your relevant experience. Further details and instructions will be provided during the process.

Applications will be reviewed until positions are filled.

51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏis an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please see contact info in How to Apply.

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Research Assistant, Bridge Research Consortium – Dr. Anh Pham |  Date posted: April 10, 2026

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ABOUT BRIDGE RESEARCH CONSORTIUM

The Bridge Research Consortium (BRC) is funded under the Canada Biomedical and Research Fund to strengthen Canada’s domestic biomanufacturing capacity for future pandemic readiness. The BRC is focused on supporting public trust and equitable access to new vaccines and immunotherapies across Canada.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Assistant will contribute to a program of research examining the impact of social determinants of health on vaccine uptake. This role involves supporting and leading components of multiple scoping reviews, including protocol development, evidence synthesis, and knowledge translation. The successful candidate will contribute to and, where appropriate, take primary responsibility for drafting peer-reviewed manuscripts and a policy brief, and will contribute to multi-institutional research ethics applications and data access processes.

Responsibilities include

• Register for review protocols (e.g., OSF or other platforms);
• Lead, with supervision, a series of scoping reviews on social determinants of health and influenza vaccine uptake using PRISMA-ScR guidelines;
• Analyze and synthesize qualitative and quantitative evidence using systematic coding approaches and qualitative data analysis tools (e.g., NVivo);
• Lead the writing of a research paper for submission to a peer-reviewed journal and a policy brief on the study’s findings;
• Potentially produce related knowledge mobilization outputs as appropriate;
• Prepare and coordinate multi-institutional research ethics board (REB) applications (e.g., University of Toronto, University of Manitoba, Dalhousie University), including adapting protocols, consent materials, and responding to reviewer feedback.

Qualifications & Skills

• Good understanding of the social determinants of health, or related equity and access issues, or comparable social policy contexts, preferably related to immunization or public health dimensions;
• Research experience applying mixed-methods is highly preferred;
• Familiarity with scoping review frameworks (e.g., PRISMA-ScR) or equivalent systematic review methodologies;
• Experience with citation management and screening tools (e.g., Covidence);
• Experience with NVivo or comparable qualitative data analysis software is an asset;
• Strong academic writing skills;
• Demonstrated experience preparing research ethics applications (required);
• Strong interpersonal and team skills;
• Strong ability to work cooperatively as part of a large team.

APPLICATION DETAILS

This is a grant-funded position:

• Position Title: Research Assistant
• Reports to: Dr. Anh Pham, BRC Senior Scientist
• Duration: May 2026 to August 2026
• Start Date: May 11, 2026
• Salary Range: $25/hour
• Appointment Type: Part-time (up to 15 hours per week)
• Location: The position is hybrid with an onsite workspace available on 51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏBurnaby campus. There is an expectation of regular in-person meetings on 51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏBurnaby campus.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names of two references to:

Alexandra Shisko
BRC Project Administrator and Coordinator
Email: Alexandra_shisko@sfu.ca

APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 22^nd, 2026

51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏis an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please see contact info in How to Apply.

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Research Coordinator, Faculty of Health Sciences – Dr. Hasina Samji |  Date posted: April 21, 2026

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ABOUT CAPTURING HEALTH AND RESILIENCE TRAJECTORIES (CHART) LAB

The Capturing Health and Resilience Trajectories (CHART) lab is an interdisciplinary research lab at the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS), 51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏ (SFU), led by Dr. Hasina Samji, that collaborates with schools, public health, and youth partners to improve youth mental health and wellbeing. We focus on identifying the determinants of mental health and wellbeing and collaboratively mobilize research into action.

The CHART Lab leads the Youth Development Instrument (YDI), a school-based, self-report survey for BC students in grades 9-12, designed to identify the resources, opportunities, and practices that support positive youth development and hear directly from young people about what matters the most to them. Core to the study is a strengths-based approach, identifying positive childhood experiences that are protective for mental health and can mitigate the impacts of adversity.   In 2025-2026 school year, the CHART team launched the pilot project Social Connection Toolkit to foster social connection in school communities.

The CHART Lab employs youth participatory action principles, working alongside the provincial CHART Youth Advisory Council (YAC), a body composed of 25 young people between the ages of 15-18 years.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Hasina Samji, the Research Coordinator coordinates research projects, knowledge mobilization activities, and partner engagement.

Responsibilities include:

Project Coordination

• Coordinating day-to-day operations of research projects, including the Youth Development Instrument (YDI) and Social Connection Toolkit
• Building and maintaining relationships and liaising with intersectoral partners (e.g., schools and health authorities)
• Assisting in strategic planning of overarching project aims
• Developing knowledge mobilization activities, such as manuscripts, presentations, conferences, and reports
• Applying for REB approval
• Planning and facilitating Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings and activities

Administration

• Setting up and renewing staff appointments
• Processing research expenses
• Designing budgets and tracking expenses in Excel
• Creating and managing systems to coordinate research activities
• Scheduling meetings
• Coordinating workflow and supporting other research staff and students

Grant Writing

• Identifying opportunities and drafting proposals for research funding.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Master’s degree in education, public health, psychology, youth/human development, or social sciences, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least one year of related experience in project coordination in a research environment or equivalent required.
• Proven ability to work successfully with a wide range of groups and individuals, such as schools, community groups, researchers, the public sector and multiple levels of government.
• Experience working with youth and equity-deserving communities preferred.
• Understanding of public health, social determinants, or child/adolescent development theories required.
• Knowledge of survey methods and data, including survey delivery platforms such as Qualtrics, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of grant-writing and report preparation required.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills required.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, multi-task, work effectively under pressure, and meet demanding deadlines required.
• Ability to work well with minimal supervision required.
• Expertise in using Excel to create and reconcile budgets required.
• Experience with evaluation studies preferred.
• Experience with participatory projects preferred.

APPLICATION DETAILS

This is a grant-funded position:

• Position Title: Research Coordinator
• Reports to: Dr. Hasina Samji
• Appointment Type: Temporary Full-Time (until May 31, 2027), with possibility of extension
• Salary Range: $30-$40/hour
• Location:Remote work

How to Apply:

TO APPLY, PLEASE SEND YOUR CV AND A COVER LETTER DETAILING YOUR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE TO DR. HASINA SAMJI AT HSAMJI@SFU.CA. Please include the job title in your email subject line.

Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.

51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏis an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please see contact info in How to Apply.