Scientist or Senior Scientist in Cancer Epidemiology & Prevention - BC Cancer Research Centre - Vancouver

Scientist or Senior Scientist in Cancer Epidemiology & Prevention

BC Cancer Research Centre, Department of Cancer Control Research (CCR)

Regular, Full-Time FTE)

Vancouver, BC

The BC Cancer Research Institute (BC Cancer) invites applications for a full-time FTE) faculty position at the rank of Scientist or Senior Scientist.

BC Cancer, a part of the Provincial Health Services Authority, is committed to reducing the incidence of cancer, reducing mortality from cancer, and improving the quality of life for those living with cancer.

It provides a comprehensive cancer control program for the people of British Columbia by working with community partners to deliver a range of oncology services, including prevention, early detection, diagnosis and treatment, research, education, supportive care, rehabilitation, and palliative care.

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The BC Cancer Research Institute (BCCRI) is seeking a Scientist or Senior Scientist at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.

The successful candidate will be expected to engage in a multi-disciplinary program of epidemiological research. The candidate must be committed to building an integrative research program within CCR at BC Cancer, emphasizing cancer etiology using population-based studies and development of novel prevention approaches to reduce cancer incidence.

The position at the BCCRI will be at the rank of Scientist or a Senior Scientist depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate, who is expected to have a competitive profile that will enable a partnered Assistant or Associate Professor appointment at an affiliated university such as the University of British Columbia or Simon Fraser University.

The candidate will have a PhD in epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics or related degree. In addition to a strong record of research productivity in the field, the applicant is expected to have a clear vision for an independent research program, interest in collaborative research projects.

The candidate will also need to show demonstrated aptitude, enthusiasm and ability to achieve excellence in teaching and will be expected to participate in the undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate teaching activities at the partner university in their field of expertise.

The successful candidate will also present a clear approach to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion principles in their research program, laboratory environment, and teaching.

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 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, or Indigenous person.

Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, detailed summary of research interests and impact of anticipated research program (maximum 5 pages), statement of teaching accomplishments and interests (maximum 2 pages), an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion statement (maximum 1 page) and contact information of at least 3 references (one must not be a co-author).

Applications should be addressed and sent by PDF in one file to :

Ms. Magali Coustalin

Operations Manager, Cancer Control Research, BC Cancer

Questions should be sent to :

Dr. Tim Lee

Interim Head, Department of Cancer Control Research, BC Cancer

Successful candidates will have :

• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

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provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

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PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation.

True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination.

Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.