Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Advanced Assistive and Rehabilitation Technologies and Health Monitoring Systems - BCIT
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Position Summary:
We are seeking a candidate for nomination to a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Advanced Assistive and Rehabilitation Technologies and Health Monitoring Systems. The successful candidate will be an outstanding emerging researcher who has already demonstrated research creativity and innovation and who has the potential to achieve international recognition in this field within the next five to ten years.
Tier 2 Chairs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars who are within 10 years of earning their highest degree. Candidates whose degrees were earned more than 10 years ago may still be eligible if career interruptions (e.g. maternity, parental, medical or caregiving leaves, clinical training) can be documented; eligibility for a Tier 2 Chair can be assessed through the CRC program’s Tier 2 justification process (see Tier 2 Justification).BCIT recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness, community contributions) can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement. These leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the assessment process to avoid any negative impact.
The successful candidate will propose an original, innovative, high quality research program capable of attracting excellent trainees, students and future researchers. Demonstration of successful collaboration with industrial partners is an asset.All nominations are subject to review and approval by the CRC Secretariat. Further details on the program can be viewed at www.chairs.gc.ca.
The successful candidate will hold a Ph. D. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field and assume a leadership role within BCIT’s Centre for Applied Research and Innovation (CARI). Additional assets include interdisciplinary experience in the following areas:
- wheelchair mobility R&D, assistive-technology or rehabilitation-engineering design
- health-monitoring systems, artificial intelligence, robotics
- mixed-methods research, clinical research
CARI has over 3,400 square meters of laboratory space across 10 research labs, houses over $34M in laboratory equipment and employs 45 researchers with expertise in a wide range of areas and disciplines. For over 30 years, CARI has partnered with industry, supporting companies in the production of new innovative, commercially relevant applications and prototypes.
Advanced Assistive and Rehabilitation Technologies and Health Monitoring Systems Research is a complex and highly interdisciplinary area of research that can include many areas of interest. Potential research directions include, but are not limited to:
- “smart”, personalized, or user-centred assistive and rehabilitation technology development of improved mobility devices or other health technologies
- remote health monitoring and telehealth solutions
- artificial intelligence-driven digital health innovation.
- long-term, real-world experiences of individuals living with mobility impairments (e.g. due to disability or aging).
The successful candidate’s research program should drive the design, development, and evaluation of innovative next-generation assistive technologies and health monitoring systems while considering the interaction between personal, technological, and environmental factors.
Qualifications:
- Ph. D degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: Wheelchair Mobility R&D, Assistive Technology R&D, Rehabilitation Engineering Design, Mixed Methods Research Studies, Artificial Intelligence, Clinical Research, Robotics, or other closely related fields.
- Thorough knowledge of current and emerging technologies and trends, with research experience in at least one relevant subject area.
- Experience in the development & management of applied research projects and the demonstrated ability to present research findings in reports, seminars, lectures, symposia and scientific publications.
- Ability to work effectively in a collegial manner within a team environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English.
Timeline
This competition will remain open for a minimum of 30 days from the date of posting. Review of applications will commence on June 7, 2025. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If selected for an interview, candidates will be asked to present original copies of credentials.Nominations are subject to budget approval.
Benefits – Why you’d love working with us- Competitive pay
- Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)
- Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
- Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
- Flexible hybrid work arrangements available
- Professional Development funds and resources
- Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
- Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
- Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process, and including health and wellness programs and initiatives to support our employees. Additionally, we offer support to employees requesting workplace accommodation.If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process, please contact RecruitmentAssistant@bcit.ca. All requests will be kept confidential.
The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).
Salary Range: $65,045 - $113,545 per annum.
Additional Salary Information: Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. An additional “CRC Stipend” amount is subject to negotiation.
This posting is for a candidate to be nominated for a Canada Research Chair; employment as a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair at BCIT is a separate issue and will not be addressed until after the CRC Secretariat has reviewed and approved the nomination.
TO APPLY:
Please submit a detailed curriculum vitae, a brief description of current research program, accomplishments, future plans, and copies of representative publication(s), and all required documentation submitted to the application portal as a single pdf document.
Apply through: https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/9502
Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Email applications will not be accepted.
Please note that all candidates wishing to be considered will need to complete a confidential self-identification form as required by the Government of Canada. This form will be provided at a later date. Please contact Leah Gobin at leah_gobin@bcit.ca if you have any questions regarding this requirement.
Quote Job Reference: 25FSA621
Posted 2025-05-12