Co-op Student, Genome Sciences Centre 

Genome Sciences Centre

Vancouver, BC 

 

 

 

This position provides an excellent opportunity for undergraduate co-op students to gain hands-on experience in clinical research while supporting BC Cancer . The role is ideal for students interested in advancing their knowledge and skills before pursuing graduate or medical studies.

 

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

 

• Support research studies to improve program availability for patients.
• Assist with obtaining patient consent for research participation.
• Help prepare materials such as specimen collection kits.
• Conduct literature searches and summarize findings.
• Perform data entry and assist with analysis.
• Conduct chart reviews to gather relevant information.
• Communicate research updates and findings effectively.
• Provide general administrative support for the research team.

 

 

 

Qualifications:

 

 

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in a related discipline (e.g., sciences, social sciences, healthcare, or communications).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office at an intermediate level.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work within time constraints.
• Basic statistical knowledge and familiarity with data analysis tools are assets.
• Demonstrated knowledge of both somatic and germline molecular cancer genetics. Functionally competent in the use of relevant databases, spreadsheet, statistical, graphical, and data analysis tools as appropriate. Developing ability in the realm of analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to present information in concise meaningful ways. Ability to function in a self-directed manner.  Excellent ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 
• Demonstrated collaborative and interpersonal skills with a range of stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to anticipate and respond to the needs of stakeholders supported by an acute awareness of the impact of actions. Ability to handle multiple concurrent tasks. Excellent time management skills. Strong data and statistical problem-solving ability and judgment. Flexibility in responding to program and strategic priorities.

 

 

 

This role offers a valuable opportunity to build experience in clinical research and contribute to meaningful patient-centered projects in a supportive and collaborative environment.

 

 

 

 

Core Competencies:

 

 

 

• Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated initiatives in breaking down barriers and ensuring a safe environment ensuring a sense of belonging to all and informed by Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Awareness of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (the Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

 

 

 

 

You have:

 

 

 

• Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and/or continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
• Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.

 

 

 

 

 

Job Type: Casual

 

Hourly Wage: The starting wage for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. 

Location: 570 W 7th Ave #100, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1B3

 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

 

Hours of Work: Monday- Friday;0830-1630

 

Requisition Number: CAS-195545E

 

 

 

 

What we do

 

 

 

 

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous.

 

 

 

 

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

 

 

 

 

PHSA is committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

 

 

 

 

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.

 

 

 

 

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.