Research Assistant - Human Performance

CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.

The Research Assistant - Human Performance will develop research hypotheses, designs and methodologies, and prepare research proposals for ethics review, participate in ethics review of research proposals and amend proposals accordingly for Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) approval, as well as coordinate and conduct data collection activities for Human Performance research projects.

The Research Assistant - Human Performance will Coordinate facility arrangements, equipment requirements, equipment set-up and inspection, coordinate travel, accommodations and food arrangements for research participants and staff, as well as recruit and screen participants for participation in research projects and provide information to research participants.

This position is associated with an ongoing research collaboration with the Canadian Space Agency.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Master's degree in Human Kinetics, Health Sciences, or related field AND some years of 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 operating research equipment, hardware and research specialized software
In conducting advanced (laboratory) and general fitness evaluations
In conducting advanced literature searches
In coordinating projects
In developing, producing, and publishing promotional materials
In planning and conducting presentations
In applying policies, procedures, and regulations
In using statistical software programs
In using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing

Competencies

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

English Essential or French Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset.

Reading: Advanced

Writing: Functional

Oral: Advanced

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: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning
Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning
opportunities and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Enhanced Reliability Clearance.
This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

February 24, 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.