Training opportunities at the Cancer Control Research Program

• About Cancer Control Research Program (CCR)
• Postdoctoral fellows and graduate students
• Co-op and summer students
• Study environment
• How to apply

About Cancer Control Research Program (CCR)

Most of the research conducted by CCR is about epidemiology, biostatistics and health services. Most studies take 5 or more years. These studies always involve smaller projects like designing/implementing a questionnaire, interview, computer program, data analysis or laboratory analysis. There isn't much formal training in epidemiology except at the graduate-school level, so don't be intimidated if you're short on experience.

Postdoctoral fellows and graduate students

Senior scientists in the Cancer Control Research Program are regularly seeking qualified postdoctoral fellows and graduate students. Postdoctoral fellows are expected to have completed either a PhD or MD degree with a specialty in epidemiology or biostatistics. Graduate students are typically enrolled or are seeking enrollment at the  University of British Columbia or  Simon Fraser University , although students from other institutions can apply. All candidates should be financially supported through the  Canadian Institutes of Health Research , the  National Cancer Institute of Canada , the  Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research, the  National Sciences and Engineering Research Council or some other organization. Sources of funding can be identified through the  UBC Office of Research Services . In special circumstances, one of our scientists may provide financial support through his or her own research grant.

Co-op and summer students

Co-op and summer students are also invited to participate in the Cancer Control Research Program. Candidates are typically in attendance at the  University of British Columbia or  Simon Fraser University , although students at other institutions can apply. Financial support is usually provided by senior scientists through one of their own research grants.

Study environment

The Cancer Control Research Program provides a rich and dynamic environment for trainees. As part of the BC Cancer Research Centre and BC Cancer Agency, trainees will interact with researchers, clinicians and staff members from diverse disciplines. Regular journal club sessions and research seminars are held with speakers from the BCCA and elsewhere.

How to apply

If you are interested in the type of research conducted by CCR, please e-mail your resume to  (stamaro@bccrc.ca)and tell us what you are looking for. In your resume, please describe your computer skills, lab skills, clinical skills and language skills (English and other) explicitly. Also send us your electronic student transcripts if they're available. If your skills correspond to a current or upcoming position, interested scientists will contact you directly. We hire people on a contract basis, including summer students and co-op students. We also have graduate students working with us and post-doctoral fellows. Your letter and resume will be kept on file, and you will be notified if any new opportunities arise. You should also check out jobs that are available at other PHSA facilities. Please visit  PHSA.

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