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Rebecca Tamarchak has diverse work experience in the health and life sciences field. Rebecca has held various roles at the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research, including Head of Strategy, Governance, and Partnerships, Senior Director of Strategy and Governance, Director of Strategic Planning and Governance, and Director of Strategic Planning and Performance. In these positions, they have led strategic planning, governance, government relations, institutional partnerships, and impact assessment. Rebecca also served as the corporate secretary for the OICR Board of Directors.

In addition, Rebecca has been a Board Member for the Canadian Cancer Research Alliance. Rebecca has experience in freelance consulting, where they supported strategic and business planning and assisted clients in securing research funding. Rebecca has also worked as a Program Officer at Grand Challenges Canada, managing a portfolio of grants for the development and deployment of point-of-care diagnostics. Furthermore, Rebecca has been a Senior Consultant at SHI Consulting, where they provided strategic planning and business support to various clients in the health/life sciences sector.

Overall, Rebecca Tamarchak brings a wealth of experience in strategy, governance, partnerships, and research funding within the health and life sciences industry.

Rebecca Tamarchak completed their Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Biochemistry (Co-op) from Concordia University between 1996 and 2000. Following this, they pursued a PhD in Cell Biology and Immunology at Yale University from 2000 to 2006.