Director, Research Programs

Job Title: Director, Research Programs

Vacancies: 1

Location: Toronto, ON • Ottawa, ON • Montréal, QC • Québec, QC • Calgary, AB • Halifax, NS • Kelowna, BC • Prince George, BC • Vancouver, BC

Work Model: Hybrid

Salary Band: $96,000 - $110,000 CAD

The Canadian Cancer Society is committed to advancing cancer research and improving lives across Canada. The Director of Research Programs will provide strategic leadership, oversight, and operational execution of our research grant portfolio to align with our Strategic Plan and drive meaningful impact.

What you’ll be doing

1. Strategic planning of CCS’s research programs

• Lead the strategic planning and evolution of CCS research funding programs, aligning priorities, timelines, and resources.
• Contribute to Advisory Council on Research (ACOR) activities, preparing materials and leading funding discussions.