The Queen’s Biomedical Innovation Team (QBiT) is an interdisciplinary design team that designs, prototypes, and tests innovative biomedical devices to address healthcare concerns both globally and within our local community.
For the 2026–27 school year, QBiT will be focusing on global health–related biomedical innovation. To learn more about our current and upcoming projects, please visit our website:
Position Description:
The Chief Q-CARE will lead and oversee all aspects of the Q-CARE initiative. They will be responsible for managing project operations, maintaining communication with partnering research laboratories, faculty supervisors, and the Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), and ensuring the successful execution of Q-CARE projects.
The Chief Q-CARE will supervise the Q-CARE Project Manager(s) and support them in overseeing general team members. They will coordinate internal team logistics, assess project feasibility, identify and secure necessary resources, and ensure projects are completed in a timely manner. Additionally, they will be responsible for preparing applications for relevant competitions, conferences, and funding opportunities, while maintaining clear communication regarding project expectations and progress with BCMF and the faculty team.
Responsibilities
- Officially representing Q-CARE within QBiT and to external partners
- Attending executive meetings and general meetings as required
- Coordinating Q-CARE activities and project operations
- Maintaining communication with partnering research laboratories, faculty supervisors, and BCMF
- Coordinating the activities of Q-CARE sub-teams and committees
- Managing official correspondence related to Q-CARE projects
- Supporting project planning, resource acquisition, and timeline management
- Preparing applications for competitions, conferences, and other relevant opportunities
- Monitoring project progress and continually assessing project feasibility and impact
Ideal Qualities
- Previous experience with Q-CARE and familiarity with the faculty supervisory team
- Strong working relationship with BCMF and other project stakeholders
- Demonstrated commitment to Q-CARE and its projects
- Strong leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational and project-management abilities
Interview info:
Interviews will take place during June 21st, June 26th, June 27th and June 28th .
QBiT encourages applications from undergraduate students of all backgrounds and experiences and will provide accommodation support to any applicants as required.
If you have any questions about the application or application process, please feel free to contact the incoming co-captains, Ruby Sinclair and Sabrina Packer, at qbit @ engsoc.queensu.ca.
Applications are due June 18th, 2026, at 11:59 pm EST.