Faculty Recruitment

At BC Children's Hospital, we foster a multidisciplinary, collaborative environment for our research community of more than 1,500 members. This includes more than 400 principal investigators and their research teams. We cultivate ongoing research innovations by nurturing new and future independent researchers. More than 400 trainees (master's and doctoral students, postdoctoral fellows, and research associates) from around the world work with our established investigators.

In a joint effort with our partner academic institutes, BC Children's Hospital Research Institute is recruiting new faculty in a variety of research areas:

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For World Sickle Cell Awareness Day we are highlighting this genetically inherited disorder and the unmet needs of the patients and their families.

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The truth about concussion in children and youth: 'It's a traumatic brain injury'

Concussions are brain injuries that can have serious effects — especially in children, whose brains are still developing. Dr. Shelina Babul, creator of the Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT), explains why early recognition and proper care are essential — allowing kids to recover safely and get back to life, school, and doing what they love.

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Evidence links iron deficiency to sleep-wake disorders

A recent study led by Dr. Osman Ipsiroglu found evidence that sleep-wake behaviours are characteristics associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and autism. Additionally, a family history of iron deficiency increases the risk of sleep-wake disorders.

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Anxiety disorders in kids: What parents need to know

An anxiety disorder is more than just a phase or a normal feeling of nervousness or worry. Understanding anxiety disorders and recognizing the signs early is crucial because the sooner a child receives help, the better their chances are for managing their anxiety effectively.

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