Eric Lussier, MSc

Eric Lussier's role as Research Development Facilitator is to work with investigators at BCCHR and the Women’s Health Research Institute to develop strong research plans and proposals. He works with faculty and trainees on all types of proposals, and provides expert logistics for major projects.

Experience

Research Development Facilitator, 2019-present
Maternal & Child Health Research Manager, Taiji Health Alliance, Taiwan, 2016-2019
Family Medicine Research Consultant, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, 2015-2019
Tobacco Cessation Data & Policy Analyst, John Tung Foundation, 2014-2015
Adjunct Professor, National Yang-Ming University, 2013-2014
High-Risk Family Research Fellow, Taipei Department of Health, 2011-2013

Education & Training

BSc Psychology, University of Victoria; MSc Public Health, National Yang-Ming University, Taiwan

Contact

Eric Lussier, MSc
Research Development Facilitator
Research & Technology Development Office
BC Children's Hospital Research Institute
950 West 28 Avenue
Vancouver, BC
Canada V5Z 4H4

Office: Room 3107
Phone: 604-875-2000 ext. 5227
Email: eric.lussier@bcchr.ca

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