Canadian Cancer Society · 2 weeks ago
Research Assistant
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
CA$52K/yr - CA$75K/yr
1+ years expThe Canadian Cancer Society is dedicated to improving cancer care in Canada. The research assistant will support the Health Policy team by synthesizing scientific and health policy research on cancer control issues into accessible resources and ensuring the accuracy of cancer information materials.
AssociationHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Synthesize scientific research:
Compile and review health policy research on cancer-related issues
Analyze and synthesize the results of scientific and health policy research to create plain language supporting resources
Ensures references and other documentation is complete, current and stored appropriately
Ensure CCS materials are accurate:
Review Canadian Cancer Society cancer information material for accuracy and consistency
Review emerging cancer control issues on tight timelines
Provide assistance on expert consultations as needed
Support CCS teams:
Connect with colleagues across the country on cancer-related issues
Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity, including gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, and sexuality
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
More than 1 year, up to and including 3 years in a similar role
Bachelors (completed) or master's degree (completed or in progress) in science, health science, health, public health, epidemiology or recognized equivalent
Attention to detail with excellent organization and time management skills
Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills
Highly motivated, creative, self-starter
Excellent communications skills and experience presenting materials through verbal, written, and graphical techniques
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi-task, follow up and manage competing demands
Preferred
Bilingualism (French/English) is highly preferred, with French being an asset due to the organization's nationwide operations and the need for effective communication across various regions
Benefits
Paid parental leave
Family sick time
Health insurance
Company
Canadian Cancer Society
Canadian Cancer Society is a company that specializes in cancer funding services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.18MKey Investors
Public Health Agency of Canada
2024-11-29Grant· $0.18M
2017-01-01Grant
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