Shakhil Singh
Maple Ridge,BC
Summary
A dynamic leader and strategic planner with a proven track record at BC Cancer Agency, enhancing team dynamics, optimizing data collection, and streamlining research processes. Skilled in project management and staff training, I significantly improved stakeholder engagement and research quality. Expert in verbal communication and complex problem-solving, I consistently deliver innovative solutions and maintain high compliance standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Project Coordinator
BC Cancer Agency
03.2020 - 06.2024
- Contributed substantially to interdisciplinary collaborations between different departments within the organization, leading to stronger team dynamics and innovative solutions.
- Optimized data collection methods by designing customized questionnaires and survey instruments.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of project activities to ensure compliance with ethical guidelines and Standard Operating Procedure requirements.
- Boosted team collaboration through consistent communication and effective project management tools.
- Manage study coordinators at all BC Cancer sites to ensure sample collection, patient outreach, and the resolution of study-related complications.
- Trained junior researchers on various methodologies and techniques, enhancing their skills and promoting professional development within the team.
- Streamlined participant recruitment processes, maximizing the number of suitable candidates for each study.
- Oversaw day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring samples were collected, processed, and documented according to the project's expectations.
- Reduced data entry errors by implementing rigorous quality control measures throughout the research process.
- Increased stakeholder engagement through regular progress updates and transparent communication channels.
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring all deadlines were met without compromising quality.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of project activities to ensure compliance with ethical guidelines and institutional requirements.
Research Assistant
BC Cancer Agency
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Collaborated with other researchers to develop successful research strategies.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
- Enhanced research quality by meticulously collecting and analyzing data from various sources.
- Maintained kind and empathetic experiences while speaking to and consenting patients.
Karate Instructor
West Coast Goju Kai
01.2010 - Current
- Promoted the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, and respect through daily practices and discussions with students.
- Assisted with sparring and contact exercises to pair students of similar rank, size, and age.
- Tailored class content based on age groups and skill levels to provide appropriate challenges for each participant.
- Trained and taught self-defence techniques to individuals of all ages with various skill levels.
- Gained skills and knowledge to educate and supervise children aged from 3 to 17 years of age, including leadership, cooperation, and collaboration.
- Gained skills and knowledge to educate adults aged from 20 to 69 years of age.
- Evaluated student performance to determine promotion in rank.
- Boosted student confidence levels by recognizing accomplishments through belt promotions and awards ceremonies.
- Implemented special workshops focusing on self-defense techniques for various real-life scenarios.
- Enhanced students'' physical fitness by incorporating rigorous karate training sessions and techniques.
- Conducted regular progress evaluations for each student, offering valuable feedback to help them reach their goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Health Sciences
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC10.2018
High School Diploma -
Thomas Haney Secondary
Maple Ridge, BC06.2010
Skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Patience and understanding
- Public Speaking Confidence
- Time Management
- Team Leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Staff Training and Development
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Operations Management
Accomplishments
- CPR and CPER instructing Certified
- 4th Degree black belt and Internationally recognized Karate instructing certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Research Project Coordinator
BC Cancer Agency
03.2020 - 06.2024
Research Assistant
BC Cancer Agency
01.2017 - 02.2020
Karate Instructor
West Coast Goju Kai
01.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Health Sciences
Simon Fraser University
High School Diploma -
Thomas Haney Secondary
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