Careers

Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute has over 2,400 personnel engaged in research in a large variety of disease areas, clinical settings and research laboratories. Clinical research, laboratory and basic science extend across many health disciplines with VCH, and there is no shortage of opportunities for new and established researchers, trainees and staff.

We also welcome graduate students, medical students, health professional students, residents, clinical fellows and postdoctoral fellows to VCHRI – your work is vital to helping us achieve our vision of healthier lives through discovery.​

Current opportunities

Academic Advisor, VCHRI Medical Animal Facilities 

The Academic Advisor supports research at the Medical Animal Facilities (MAF) at UBC Point Grey and Vancouver General Hospital, ensuring projects align with university and sponsor regulations. This role oversees administrative and research activities, chairs the VCHRI MAF Advisory Committee and collaborates with facility management and leadership to address researcher concerns. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a relevant field, has experience in animal research, and possesses strong knowledge of university and governmental policies. Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Director, Health Equity Research Program, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute 

VCHRI is seeking a Director to lead a senior leadership role in advancing health equity research. The position focuses on addressing health disparities and promoting inclusive, accessible health care for underserved and marginalized populations. The Director will set strategic direction, ensure governance, and drive research initiatives aligned with B.C health equity mandate and national goals, with an emphasis on community-engaged research. Key areas of focus include gendered violence, sexual health equity, and developing interventions to reduce health and social inequities. The Director will collaborate with researchers, community partners, and health authorities to deliver community-centered outcomes that influence policy and practice across Canada.

The Legacy for Airway Health Chair in Health Communication 

Simon Fraser University and the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute invite applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in the Faculty of Health Sciences at SFU, starting September 1, 2025. This position, intended for emerging scholars at the assistant professor level, focuses on research, education and leadership in health risk communication related to airway diseases such as asthma and COPD. The Chair will lead interdisciplinary research on resilience and adaptation to lung health threats, including vaping, environmental exposures, climate change and misinformation, while equipping the next generation of researchers and informing policy through knowledge translation.

MOSAIC Project Manager

The Multi-Omics and Sonography to Advance Indigenous and Community Cardiovascular Health (MOSAIC) study is seeking a Project Manager to lead the coordination of a multi-site initiative focused on advancing personalized cardiovascular care for diverse populations in BC and Yukon. This position plays a central role in integrating multi-modal data and AI technologies to improve cardiovascular risk prediction and care pathways. The role requires experience managing large-scale, multijurisdictional health research projects, with a strong understanding of rural and Indigenous health contexts, data governance and cross-sector collaboration. 

MOSAIC Research Coordinator

The MOSAIC study is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Research Coordinator to support a provincial research initiative focused on advancing cardiovascular care through echocardiography, genomics, and AI. This role is essential to the day-to-day coordination of study activities, ensuring timely, efficient, and compliant execution across multiple sites. The Research Coordinator will manage study logistics, support data collection and regulatory processes and foster collaboration among research, clinical, and community teams. Strong communication, time management and organizational skills are key to success in this dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment.