Nestled within the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI), a vibrant community of emerging scientists is propelling scientific advancements in British Columbia and beyond. The VCHRI Trainee Committee emerges as a pivotal platform to support the growth of future health researchers.
Q: What is your role in health research?
A: I am a research coordinator at the University of British Columbia (UBC) Sexual Health Research Lab. In this role, I manage ethics applications, train volunteers, screen participants, collaborate with study partners and lead weekly meetings.
Q: What is your role in health research? What does your average day at work look like?
A: I am currently pursuing a master's degree in experimental medicine at the University of British Columbia and working as a graduate research assistant at the Vancouver Prostate Centre. I spend the majority of my time in the lab, primarily analyzing results in the tissue culture room or conducting molecular biology experiments. I also spend a great deal of time at my desk, designing and implementing new experiments.
Q: What is your role in health research?
A: I am a PhD candidate in rehabilitation sciences at the University of British Columbia. Working closely with Dr. Lara Boyd in the Brain Behaviour Laboratory, I study human behaviour and neuroplasticity after stroke.
Every year on March 8, we take time to recognize International Women’s Day, a global event dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women around the world and raising awareness for gender equality.
Q: What is your role in health research?
A: I am a study coordinator in the Division of Endocrinology at the Gordon and Leslie Diamond Health Care Centre, where I work with participants who selflessly commit their time and energy to research.
