By Nancy Nguyen, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editor
Description: Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is Canada's federal funding agency for health research, supporting the work of health researchers and trainees in universities, teaching hospitals, and research institutes nationwide.
Highlights for new grads:
Average starting salary: $45,001 to $50,000
Career planning services
Flexible work hours
Formal leadership training
Health benefits for new employees
In-house training program
Online training program
Orientation program for new employees
New entry-level positions (last year): 3
Student employment: summer and co-op
Telecommuting
Tuition subsidies
Vacation (after first year): 3 weeks
Hiring locations across Canada: Ottawa ON
Typical positions for new grads: Graduates would occupy Program Delivery Assistant and Program Delivery Coordinator positions.
New grads hired here typically have these academic backgrounds:
Bachelor of Science: General
Community College Diploma: Health Sciences (Other)
