Trainee Career Development

At CHRIM, we recognize the vital importance of fostering the professional development and mentorship of the next generation of child health researchers. The institute is affiliated with the University of Manitoba, where many of our trainees are registered as students.

To support all trainees as they transition from student life to life after graduation, we offer professional development resources led by our Trainee Career Development Group.

The Trainee Career Development Group provides several development opportunities throughout the year including workshops, courses, and networking events that support graduate students on their path to a meaningful career.

Areas of career development include:

  • Funding Opportunities and Writing Development
  • Access to Expert Panels (journal editors, researchers, industry professionals)
  • Resume Writing
  • Interview Skill Development
  • Oral Presentations
  • Networking

Online Professional Development Resources

The CHRIM Trainee Career Development Group has compiled a list of online professional development resources to support trainees in identifying professional interests, exploring different career paths, and finding employment opportunities. Click here to view this list.

Emergent Biosolutions Trainee Development Award

The CHRIM Trainee Career Development Group, along with the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba, is proud to announce a new award sponsored by Emergent Biosolutions. This award will provide professional development to trainees, up to a max of $500. Click here to see examples of eligible and ineligible events for this award.

Apply for the Emergent Biosolutions Trainee Development Award.

Our Team:

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Danielle Pascual, Co-president

PhD Student

Marcogliese Lab / Excellence in Neurodevelopment and Rehabilitation Research in Child Health

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Anam Ara, Co-president

MSc Student

Jones Lab / Biology of Breathing

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Ashraf Kadar Shahib, Trainee Representative

PhD Student

Dr. Rastegar’s Lab

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Azam Asemi Rad, Secretary

PhD Student

Dr. Marzban’s Lab

Advisors:

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Dr. Chris Pascoe

Assistant Professor, Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology

CHRIM Investigator

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Dr. Samantha Pauls

Assistant Professor, College of Pharmacy

CHRIM Investigator

Past Presidents

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Samantha Lee

PhD Candidate

Jones Lab / Biology of Breathing

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Sarah Turner

PhD Candidate

THRiVE Lab / Developmental Origins of Chronic Disease in Children Network

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Dr. Andrew (Wai Hei) Tse

Research Associate

Keizer Lab / Biology of Breathing

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McKay Lowry

MSc Student

Pascoe Lab / Biology of Breathing

Contact Us

For more information about the CHRIM Career Development Group or to be added to our email distribution list please contact McKay Lowry at lowrym@myumanitoba.ca or sign up here. Please also visit the events calendar for upcoming workshops and events.

If you are a trainee and would like a profile on the website, please submit your information here.