Research Assistant – Human Performance at CFMWS

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.

Under the direction of Senior Officer, Human Performance Research, the Research Assistant – Human Performance develops research hypotheses, designs and methodologies, and prepares research proposals for ethics review. You will coordinate facility arrangements, equipment requirements, equipment set-up and inspection. You will recruit and screen participants for participation in research projects and provide information to research participants. You will coordinate and conduct data collection activities as part of a team as well as create/manage databases.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Master's degree in Kinesiology or related field AND some years of experience in a related field

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology or related field AND several 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

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 and disability insurance.

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

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and 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.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits

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

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. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.