VOLUNTEER EXECUTIVE BOARD & STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE AND SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH (CIMSR)

Canadian Institute of Medicine and Scientific Research (CIMSR)
🌐 [www.cimsr.ca](http://www.cimsr.ca)
📩 [office@cimsr.ca](mailto:office@cimsr.ca)
Organization Overview
The Canadian Institute of Medicine and Scientific Research (CIMSR) is a federally incorporated Canadian institution committed to advancing medical excellence, scientific innovation, global health leadership, and translational research.
CIMSR is entering a strategic expansion phase to build an elite Executive Board and Advisory Council composed of highly accomplished physicians, surgeons, researchers, healthcare executives, policy leaders, philanthropists, and innovators. Our objective is to position CIMSR among the most respected medical research institutions globally and to develop sustainable funding models capable of generating multi-billion-dollar research impact annually through ethical innovation, partnerships, and global collaboration.
We are seeking visionary leaders prepared to shape the future of medicine.
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EXECUTIVE BOARD & STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
 1️⃣ Chair of the Board (Executive Board Chair)
Role Summary
The Chair provides strategic governance leadership, ensures institutional integrity, and guides CIMSR toward global prestige, research excellence, and financial sustainability.
Core Responsibilities
* Provide governance oversight consistent with Canadian federal non-profit law.
* Lead long-term institutional strategy, global partnerships, and brand elevation.
* Guide capital campaigns, endowment growth, and large-scale research funding initiatives.
* Represent CIMSR in high-level national and international forums.
* Ensure fiduciary accountability and governance excellence.
 Ideal Profile
* Distinguished physician, surgeon, scientist, academic dean, or healthcare executive.
* Proven leadership of large institutions or global initiatives.
* Experience with institutional growth, endowments, or major fundraising campaigns.
* Strong ethical standing and international credibility.
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 2️⃣ Vice Chair – Strategy & Global Expansion
Role Summary
Supports the Chair and leads international collaborations, global ranking strategy, and institutional partnerships.
Core Responsibilities
* Develop global partnerships with universities, hospitals, and research institutions.
* Guide international expansion initiatives.
* Assist in executive recruitment of high-caliber specialists.
* Oversee strategic initiatives that elevate global standing.
 Ideal Profile
* Senior physician-scientist or academic leader with international networks.
* Experience in multi-institutional collaborations.
* Strong policy and strategic planning background.
3️⃣ Chief Medical & Research Advisory Council Members
(Specialist Physicians & Surgeons)
Specialties Sought
* Cardiovascular Surgery
* Oncology
* Neurosurgery
* Internal Medicine & Subspecialties
* Infectious Diseases
* Public Health & Epidemiology
* Precision Medicine
*Orthopedic surgery
* Translational Research
* Clinical Trials Leadership
Role Summary
Provide clinical, scientific, and translational research direction to ensure global competitiveness and excellence.
Core Responsibilities
* Advise on research priorities and innovation pathways.
* Mentor emerging researchers and fellows.
* Assist in securing research grants and industry partnerships.
* Contribute to peer-reviewed publications under CIMSR initiatives.
* Elevate institutional scientific reputation.
 Ideal Profile
* Board-certified specialist with significant clinical experience.
* Academic publications and research leadership.
* Experience in grant acquisition or industry collaboration preferred.
* Commitment to ethical research and global health impact.
4️⃣ Treasurer / Finance & Investment Oversight Chair
Role Summary
Provide financial governance and build a sustainable revenue model capable of scaling institutional impact globally.
Core Responsibilities
* Oversee financial compliance and reporting.
* Develop endowment strategies.
* Structure ethical revenue models (research grants, partnerships, philanthropic campaigns, licensing).
* Establish financial transparency systems.
 Ideal Profile
* CPA, CFA, healthcare finance executive, or investment strategist.
* Experience managing institutional budgets or endowments.
* Knowledge of non-profit financial governance in Canada.
 5️⃣ Chief Development & Global Partnerships Director
Role Summary
Lead high-level fundraising strategy, global donor relations, and institutional advancement.
 Core Responsibilities
Design and execute major donor campaigns.
Build relationships with philanthropic foundations.
Secure research sponsorships and institutional grants.
Develop corporate and healthcare system partnerships.
Ideal Profile
Proven track record in fundraising or institutional advancement.
Strong network among philanthropists, healthcare investors, or foundations.
Strategic communication skills