Laboratory Coordinator/Research Assistant - Human Performance (CANSOFCOM)

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

The Human Performance (HP) Research & Development (R&D) team contributes to the well-being and effectiveness of the Canadian Armed Forces. We provide internationally recognized expertise in developing physical employment standards, innovative training programs, and comprehensive occupational demands analyses. Our work also includes designing fitness assessment tools, enhancing mental performance, optimizing performance nutrition, and implementing injury prevention and tracking strategies. By collaborating closely with the military chain of command, we develop impactful and relevant solutions to complex human performance challenges. If you're passionate about making a difference and advancing the field of human performance, we invite you to apply and be part of our dedicated team.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, HP R&D, Canadian Special Operations Forces Command, the Human Performance Laboratory Coordinator / Research Assistant will be a key enabler in achieving the team's objectives. This role involves coordinating and conducting data collection activities for research projects in both field and laboratory settings, while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our data. You will liaise with researchers to resolve equipment needs and develop innovative solutions, while also creating, inputting, and maintaining results in research databases. Additionally, you will develop Standard Operating Procedures and user manuals for the Human Performance Research Laboratory, track lab equipment usage, and provide insightful reports to supervisors. Your recommendations on new equipment purchases and maintenance will ensure our lab remains at the cutting edge of technology. You will also oversee the day-to-day logistics for testing facilities, equipment setup, calibration, and inspection, and maintain necessary research equipment and supplies. Staying current with technological advancements, your contributions will directly support the development of impactful solutions that enhance the performance and well-being of our members and the organization.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology or related field AND some years experience in a related field

AND

Current Certified Exercise Physiologist (CSEP-CEP) certification, an asset

Experience

In developing research hypotheses, designs and methodologies

In data collection and compilation of research data

In conducting field and laboratory physical fitness and exercise testing

In operating research equipment, hardware and research specialized software

In use and maintenance of high performance fitness/physiological testing, research equipment and hardware

In laboratory coordination activities

In coordinating projects and events

In developing, producing and publishing promotion materials

In business administration

In applying policies, procedures, and regulations

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

Bilingual (English and French) Essential

Reading: Functional

Writing: Functional

Oral: Functional

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

• This is a hybrid position with an assigned work location allowing the employee to work partly from a corporate office and partly from a home office in accordance with the CFMWS Flexible Work Options Policy, and with approval from the direct manager.
• Driver’s license is a requirement.
• Travel is required.
• Secret Security Clearance.

01 April 2025

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.