Senior Transfusion Science Scientist

Lead transfusion science discovery research onsite with Canadian Blood Services, applying independent research design and scientific leadership across Canada’s Innovation centres.

This regular full-time Senior Discovery Scientist will build, lead, and maintain an independent research program and laboratory within the Innovation division. Focus areas include transfusion and transplantation immunology, bleeding and blood disorders, and cellular therapies. The work may also support operational needs through evidence-based research.

• Lead discovery research programs relevant to transfusion science priorities
• Design rigorous studies and translate findings into recommendations
• Prepare grant applications, funding proposals, and research budgets
• Publish findings through journals, reports, presentations, and conferences
• Recruit, train, and supervise staff and research trainees

• PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in an appropriate field
• Academic accomplishments supporting university faculty appointment eligibility
• Independent research design, execution, and publication experience
• Record of securing competitive national research funding
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Advance transfusion science through research leadership, grant development, mentorship, and evidence-based discovery at Canadian Blood Services.