Multiple UBC School of Nursing faculty members have been recognized with research chairs and professorships, underscoring their exceptional contributions to the field of nursing and beyond. These research chairs provide vital support to faculty as they advance innovative solutions to pressing healthcare challenges, improve patient care, and shape policy.

Current Chairs & Professorships

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Dr. Drew Clark

Assistant Professor | MSHRBC Scholar (2024 - 2029) | Healthcare ethics and health equity: Improving access to care through equity-focused ethical reasoning and participatory ethics

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Dr. Rubee Dev

Assistant Professor | MSHRBC Scholar (2024 - 2029) | Optimization of cardiovascular health in postpartum women with reproductive and pregnancy-related risk factors

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Dr. Leah Lambert

Clinical Assistant Professor | MSHRBC Scholar (2024 - 2029) | Advancing Equitable Cancer Care: An Innovative Approach to Transformative Action in BC (Held at BC Cancer)

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Dr. Scott Ramsay

Assistant Professor | MSHRBC Scholar - HPI (2024-2029) | Using an equity-informed approach to enhance care for children and youth with a neurological condition in British Columbia

Dr. Emily Jenkins

Dr. Emily Jenkins

Associate Professor | Canada Research Chair - Tier 2 (CIHR) (2023 - 2028) | Population Health Approaches to Mental Health and Substance Use

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Dr. Kristen Haase

Associate Professor | MSHRBC Scholar (2022-2027) | Co-creating solutions and supports for older adults with cancer and their caregivers

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Dr. John Oliffe

Professor | Canada Research Chair - Tier 1 (CIHR) (2020-2027) | Men's Health Promotion

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Dr. Farinaz "Naz" Havaei

Associate Professor | MSHRBC Scholar (2021-2026) | Psychological Health & Safety of Nursing Workforce in Long Term Care

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Dr. Lillian Hung

Associate Professor | Canada Research Chair - Tier 1 (CIHR) (2021-2026) | Senior Care

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Dr. Vicky Bungay

Professor | Canada Research Chair - Tier 2 (SSHRC) (2025) | Gender, Equity and Community Engagement

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Dr. Fuchsia Howard

Associate Professor | MSHRBC Scholar (2020-2025) | Critical Illness Survivorship

Past Chairs & Professorships

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