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Sujane Kandasamy, PhD
Swim/First Aid Instructor & Lifeguard
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Greater Toronto Area, Canada
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About me
Community-centered thinking/action to improve the health of people & the planet
Education
Alliance Francaise
2016 -Diplome D'Etudes en Langue Francaise FrenchIm currently at the intermediate level, working toward the Diplome D'Etudes en Langue Francaise (DELF) A2.
McMaster University
2017 - 2021Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Health Research Methodology; Population & Public Health (KT Science & Practice)Activities and Societies: Completed course work: Randomized Control Trial Methods, Population & Public Health, Health Technology Assessment
McMaster University
2011 - 2012Bachelor’s Degree Anthropology Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Brock University
-Postdoctoral Researcher Infant/Child/Youth HealthMcMaster University
2013 - 2015Master’s Degree Health Research Methodology (clinical epidemiology and qualitative research specialization)Activities and Societies: Clinical Epidemiology & Biostatistics Departmental Steering Committee MSc Representative Courses: Fundamentals of Health Research & Evaluation Methods, Introduction to Biostatistics, Systematic Review Methods, Ethical Issues in Research Involving Human Subjects, Observational and Analytical Research Methods; Cumulative Average: A Thesis: Perinatal wellbeing in an Indigenous context: Understanding the health beliefs and cultural perceptions of elder women from Six Nations
MacPherson Institute for Leadership, Innovation, and Excellence in Teaching
2015 - 2015Certificate Teaching and Learning FoundationsThe Teaching & Learning Foundations Certificate, offered through the MacPherson Institute for Leadership, Innovation, and Excellence in Teaching at McMaster University provides leadership in teaching and learning by encouraging, supporting, and collaborating with the teaching community in the scholarly exploration, innovation, implementation, evaluation and dissemination of teaching and learning practices.
University of Newcastle
2015 - 2015International Research Trainee (RHD Program) School of Medicine and Public Health (Indigenous Health); Department of Rural HealthMcMaster University
2007 - 2011Bachelor’s Degree Biology/Biological Sciences, General Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Experience
City of Markham
Apr 2005 - Aug 2009Swim/First Aid Instructor & Lifeguard
McMaster University
Sept 2009 - Aug 2015I was responsible for overseeing the daily tasks that ensure the ethical facilitation of a community-based longitudinal study. I was also the community liaison, visiting our partner site (the Six Nations Birthing Center) on a weekly basis to collaborate on processes and new ideas. In addition, I assisted with the creation of data collection forms, creation/maintenance of large databases, facilitated tutorials to our partner hospitals on biosample collection protocols, and worked closely with the Six Nations team of midwives and research staff to meet study goals. Show less
Research Coordinator
May 2012 - Aug 2015Campus Tourguide
Sept 2009 - May 2012
The Starfish Canada
Jun 2010 - nowCo Founder & Director of EducationThe Starfish Canada is a pan-Canada charity that uses a storytelling approach to amplify and celebrate the projects and successes of youth environmentalists across Canada. We are involved in engaging youth with educational workshops that promote communication within the biological and social sciences. We are committed to excellence in writing, knowledge translation, and scholarship.
University Tutors
Apr 2012 - Oct 2021Biology, Chemistry & Writing TutorI assisted students with 11U/12U/Undergraduate Biology/Chemistry/English concepts and theories for homework, labs, essays, test preparation. I prepared well-organized and creative lesson plans that inspire self-directed learning amongst my students. I also answer questions accurately and demonstrate aptitude in navigating extra resources.
McMaster University, Department of Clinical Epidemiology & Biostatistics
Jan 2016 - Oct 2021Research Assistant/Medical WriterUniversity Tutors
Jan 2016 - Oct 2021Epidemiology TutorChrysalis Scientific Media Inc.
Jun 2016 - nowCo-Owner and Co-DirectorChrysalis Media is a digital media company that works with community organizations, research institutes, non-profits, healthcare providers, and local businesses to tell their stories, document collaborations, and amplify tailored messages to diverse audiences. We work with closely with our partners to creatively distill complex ideas into messages that resonate with people and communities . Our repertoire of multi-media products include videos (promotional, knowledge translation, short documentaries, and fundraising pitches) and print/electronic materials (e.g., infographics, toolkits, research study recruitment materials, posters, social media materials, annual reports, maps, figures/tables). Our process is objective-driven and centers around delivering high-quality products that our clients are satisfied with. Show less
McMaster University, Centre for Health Economics and Policy Analysis
Aug 2016 - Aug 2019Research CoordinatorMcMaster University
Aug 2017 - Aug 2021Doctoral Student
Sept 2017 - Aug 2021Teaching Assistant (Faculty of Health Sciences)
Aug 2017 - Aug 2021
McMaster STEM Fellowship
Sept 2017 - Aug 2021McMaster STEM Fellowship Mentor
Brock University
Jan 2022 - nowAdjunct Faculty
Aug 2024 - nowPostdoctoral Researcher
Jan 2022 - Oct 2024
McMaster University
Oct 2024 - nowAssistant Professor
Licenses & Certifications
Advanced Communicator Gold (ACG) and Advanced Leader Silver (ALS)
Toastmasters International
Standard First Aid with CPR-C
Lifesaving Society OntarioCPR with AED Skills
Lifesaving Society OntarioAdvanced Instructor
Lifesaving Society Ontario
Leadership Principles
Harvard Business School OnlineMay 2025
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDCIHR Vanier Scholarship - July 1, 2018
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDFaculty of Health Sciences Plenary: Graduate Student Publication Award McMaster University May 1, 2018
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDFaculty of Health Sciences Plenary: Graduate Student Leadership Award Mcmaster University May 1, 2018
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDHEI Student Publication Award (Best paper in Aboriginal Health or Health in Low/Middle Income countries) - Sep 2017
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDMichael G. DeGroote Doctoral Scholarship of Excellence - Sep 2017
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDOntario Graduate Scholarship - Sep 2017
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDCIHR IHDCYH Talks Prize CIHR Jan 2017
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDCIHR (Institute of Human Development, Child and Youth Health) Talks Prize (Knowledge Translation) Canadian Institutes of Health Research Jan 2016
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDResearch Higher Degree (RHD) Training Program and Travel grant awardee - Nov 2015
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDFHS Research Plenary Excellence in Poster Presentation Award Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University May 2015
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDFaculty of Health Sciences Graduate Programs Outstanding Achievement Award Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University May 2015 This award recognizes graduate students in their final year of a Master's or Doctoral program who have made outstanding achievements, based on the opinion of their graduate program.
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDStudent Success Leader Achievement Award Student Success Leader Program, McMaster University Mar 2015 This award is given to students who have contributed three years of service to the Student Success Leader program.
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDStudent Success Leader Distinction Award Student Success Leader Program, McMaster University Mar 2015
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDTechnical Evaluation Contest Prize Recipient Tostmasters International (Area 51, Division L) Mar 2015 Toastmasters International; Division Level Technical Evaluation Contest Placing: 3rd Place
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDCIHR (Reproduction, Early Development and the Impact on Health) MSc Scholarship Canadian Institutes of Health Research (REDIH Trainee program) Sep 2014 Graduate student award which encompassed biannual trainee meetings and National research collaborations.
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDFHS Research Plenary Excellence in Poster Presentation Award Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University May 2014
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDMcMaster Endorsement for the Women's Health Scholars Award Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care 2014
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDYouth Conservation Award Canadian Wildlife Federation 2014 The Canadian Wildlife Federation celebrates a handful of Canada’s most-deserving conservationists through its Conservation Achievement Awards.
- Awarded to Sujane Kandasamy, PhDArts Pitch Contest Finalist ArtReach Toronto Sep 2013
Volunteer Experience
Race Relations Committee Member
Issued by City of MarkhamAssociated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDMacServe Volunteer
Issued by McMaster University on Oct 2014Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDAdjudication Panel
Issued by 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) on Feb 2016Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDInvited Speaker
Issued by Western University (12th Annual Earth Day Colloquium) on Apr 2015Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDInvited Speaker
Issued by McMaster University on Apr 2015Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDInvited Speaker
Issued by Toronto Zoo on Sept 2014Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDInvited Speaker (Keynote Address) for Science Challenge Day
Issued by Let's Talk Science on May 2016Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDPhysical Activity Center of Excellence, Support staff
Issued by McMaster University on Feb 2013Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDMedical Interpreter
Issued by Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto on May 2008Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDTherapeutic Recreation Assistant
Issued by Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital on May 2009Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDAnna Prosserman Heart Failure Clinic, Support Staff
Issued by Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto on May 2009Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDPatient Education Assistant
Issued by University Health Network on May 2009Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDStudent Wellness Center Graduate Student Liaison
Issued by McMaster University on Sept 2014Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDMcMaster Club President
Issued by Toastmasters International on Jul 2014Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDMcMaster Club VP Membership
Issued by Toastmasters International on Jul 2012Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDPeer Health Educator & Team Leader, Student Wellness Center
Issued by McMaster University on May 2010Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDWorkshop facilitator
Issued by Let's Talk Science on Sept 2010Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDStudent Volunteer
Issued by Community Volunteer Action on Sept 2009Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDBig Sister
Issued by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hamilton & Burlington on Dec 2014Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDEndocrinology Clinic Assistant
Issued by Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto on Sept 2013Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhDArts Assistant
Issued by Museum of Inuit Art on Jan 2016Associated with Sujane Kandasamy, PhD
Languages
- enEnglish
- frFrench
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