Position Type: Casual / As-Needed Compensation: Hourly Rate ($45 – $50/hr, commensurate with experience)

Location:
Remote (British Columbia) About The Parmar Foundation (TPF) The Parmar Foundation (TPF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing evidence-based integrative naturopathic oncology and supportive cancer care. TPF works to bridge critical gaps in traditional healthcare systems by conducting rigorous clinical and qualitative research, evaluating patient-reported outcomes, and improving access to safe, whole-person integrative medical therapies for individuals facing cancer. Our research initiatives focus on assessing the acceptability, safety, and effectiveness of integrative cancer therapies, identifying implementation barriers, and championing patient-centered care. TPF is seeking a highly qualified PhD Research Associate on a casual, as-needed basis to collaborate on qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research projects, grant applications, and scholarly publications. Position Overview This is a casual, hourly position designed for an experienced researcher (PhD level) who can provide specialized expertise on an as-needed basis. The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing and upcoming research projects, assisting with study protocol development, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, systematic/scoping reviews, grant drafting, and manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed journals.

Key Responsibilities
• Design and support clinical and health services research projects in integrative oncology, including observational studies, clinical trials, and qualitative inquiry.




• Conduct rigorous qualitative data collection and analysis (e.g., semi-structured interviews, focus groups, thematic analysis, and framework synthesis using NVivo or similar tools).
• Perform statistical analyses and data management for quantitative study components using software such as SPSS, R, or SAS.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews, scoping reviews, and synthesis of research evidence to inform study designs and policy briefs.
• Draft, edit, and contribute to scientific manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Assist in writing and preparing grant proposals for Canadian health research funding opportunities and philanthropic foundations.
• Prepare research ethics board (REB) applications, protocol modifications, and ensure adherence to institutional ethical and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate virtually and asynchronously with interdisciplinary research teams, clinicians, patient partners, and stakeholder organizations. Qualifications & Expertise
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Education:
PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences, Public Health, Health Services Research, Nursing, Epidemiology, or a related health sciences discipline (or PhD completion within 3 months).




• Qualitative & Quantitative Research Expertise: Strong experience with qualitative methodologies (e.g., thematic analysis, content analysis, NVivo) and familiarity with quantitative research methods.
• Academic Writing & Publishing: Proven record of peer-reviewed publications and strong scientific writing skills.
• Grant Writing & Ethics: Experience contributing to research grant applications and navigating research ethics submissions.
• Self-Directed & Flexible: Ability to work independently, manage project deliverables on a casual/project-by-project timeline, and meet agreed-upon deadlines.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and comfort collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
• Interest in Integrative Health: Passion for or background in integrative oncology, supportive cancer care, or health services research is highly desirable. Why Collaborate with TPF?
• Flexibility to balance research contributions alongside existing post-doctoral, academic, or clinical commitments.
• Prospect to co-author high-impact peer-reviewed publications in integrative oncology and health services.
• Contribute to meaningful research that directly informs patient care and improves quality of life for individuals with cancer.

How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a brief cover letter highlighting their research experience and interest to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

📌 Research Associate (Vancouver)
🏢 The Parmar Foundation
📍 Vancouver