Research Assistant

Research Assistant
Salma Almahjub is a Research Assistant at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre with a strong commitment to advancing patient care through clinical research. She holds a Clinical Research Certificate from York University and has experience supporting investigator-led research across oncology and maternal-fetal medicine.
She began her research career at the Odette Cancer Centre, where she collaborated with Dr. Jerzak on breast cancer research exploring cancer-related well-being and recurrence outcomes. She currently works within the Women & Babies Program at Sunnybrook, contributing to clinical studies focused on improving maternal and fetal health outcomes, including research on gestational diabetes and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, such as preeclampsia.
With a passion for evidence-based medicine and healthcare innovation, Salma is dedicated to supporting high-quality clinical research that enhances understanding of disease, informs clinical practice, and improves outcomes for patients and their families.