SCPOR Patient Partner Advisory Council Member

Opportunity details

Position type

Patient Partner

Number of positions available

5

Organization

SCPOR

Role overview

Patient, family and public engagement is central to improving the quality of health research, health care and the health of Saskatchewan citizens. SCPOR’s Patient Partner Advisory Council works in partnership with SCPOR staff on priorities and activities to engage patients, families and citizens in health research and program development

Required knowledge, experience, skills

The Patient Partner Advisory Council is dedicated to the meaningful inclusion of the diverse voices of Saskatchewan patients, family members, care givers and community members who have lived experience of a health issue and the health care system. It would be helpful, but not mandatory, if SCPOR Patient Partner Advisory Council members have experience being part of a patient-oriented research team. This experience will support the understanding in the role of Patient Partners on this committee. Experience as a patient or family patient in healthcare is also of benefit.

Time commitment

Patient Partner Advisory Council meetings occur ten months of the year and are one to two hours in in length. Some preparation is required before meetings to review the agenda. There are additional council subgroups that carry out Patient Partner Advisory Council activities. Members have opportunity to join these if they are interested and have capacity.

Location

Meetings will be held virtually using Webex. There are one to two face-to-face meetings held each year.

Web address

https://www.scpor.ca/

What can you expect from the research team?

Orientation, support and coaching will be provided, including a discussion about the role and responsibilities of members. All new members will also have an opportunity to be part of a mentoring program where they can connect with an experienced Patient Partner from the council. As needed, Patient Partners will be provided self-directed training in principles and processes of patient-oriented research. Technical equipment may be borrowed if needed to reduce barriers to collaboration and support will be provided if access to technology is an issue.

Supports available to participate

Honoraria

Submission of interest deadline

January 30, 2026