Research Services

Welcome to the VCHRI team. Learn about the orientation process and how you can get started.

VCHRI adheres to provincial and national regulations for workplace health and research safety. Find these polices and learn about the required and additional training.

VCHRI offers a unique environment to advance knowledge and health outcomes through collaborative partnerships. Learn how you can become a VCHRI investigator.

VCHRI offers internal awards and funding competitions for individuals and research teams. Each year VCHRI provides approximately $1.8M in funding for salary- and project-based awards.

VCHRI offers support and guidance to research teams throughout the research process.

The Office of Research Services at VCHRI offers grant signing and administers research grant funds for all researchers located at VCHRI sites in compliance with UBC, VCH and funding agency policies.

VCHRI supports an enriched culture of learning with academic and health partners, and provides opportunities for professional development and networking.

The VCHRI Clinical Trials team is responsible for the review and negotiation of various contracts related to clinical research, ensuring smooth and efficient processes for industry-initiated studies.

VCHRI oversees the operational approval process, allowing for the review and approval of research projects conducted within VCH facilities or with VCH resources.

VCHRI provides practical guidance on privacy, security and data management, while supporting researchers in navigating legislative and institutional processes and requirements that may affect access to data.

VCHRI provides administrative, legal and financial support for clinical research activities at VCH, from contract negotiation and budgetary review to assistance with regulatory compliance.

VCHRI supports researchers to promote their projects and publications, engage with the public and other health and academic partners, and raise awareness about the vital importance of health and medical research.

VCHRI provides advice and guidance to investigators to manage their research funds.

VCHRI accelerates and harmonizes AI initiatives across clinical, operational, research, and commercial domains, providing resources and expertise to drive innovation.