Opportunity!
The #EPCHL is launching its 1st virtual international volunteer student research internship!
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We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, which we strongly believe strengthens the science we conduct. We encourage all qualified women of all race/ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and age to apply.
Eligibility 1: Enrolled in or completed an undergraduate degree in exercise science/physiology, human kinetics, kinesiology, physical and health education, or related (exercise focused!).
Eligibility 2: Planning to or currently enrolled in graduate studies (MSc or PhD) with a career goal of conducting exercise science & human health research.
Eligibility 3: Must self-identify as a woman. We are committed to creating opportunities for women given the under-representation of women in science and leadership positions, and in exercise science research. #WomenInSTEM
Eligibility 4: Commit to 5 hours/week (or more if you would like) for 1 year. Schedule is flexible (you choose when you work) to accommodate your other education, work and/or family responsibilities.
Eligibility 5: Must complete all @HeartInstitute virtual training (i.e. security, privacy, confidentiality, etc.).
Why apply 1: Virtual, global research internship in the EPCHL which is located at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, the largest foremost cardiovascular health centre in Canada.
Why apply 2: Learn about our on-site and virtual clinical trials and research programs from our successful, passionate, bright, collaborative, and fun research team (ottawaheart.ca/research-team/…).
Why apply 3: Will be invited to attend our weekly virtual lab meetings (currently Tuesdays @ noon for 1-1.5 hours).
Why apply 4: Opportunity to assist with/learn about literature & systematic reviews (with opportunity for co-authorship if criteria are met: icmje.org/recommendation…) focused on exercise/physical activity & atrial fibrillation
Why apply 5: Your photo and bio will be included on our lab web page (of course, you have joined the team!). An honorarium (value up to $1,500 CAD) may be available in funding permits and upon excellent performance.
How to apply: Please send a cover letter (max 500 words) and resume telling us why you are interested in joining the team and why you are the perfect fit for this inaugural internship.
Please address your application to Dr. Jennifer Reed and EPCHL team (jreed@ottawaheart.ca).
Deadline to apply is October 31, 2020. Anticipated start date is January 4, 2021. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted for a virtual interview.
We can't wait to meet you virtually! #welcome
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