Research Assistant/ Technician 2 - Vancouver, Canada - University of British Columbia

University of British Columbia
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Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 2

Job Title

Research Assistant/ Technician 2

Department

Ogrodniczuk Laboratory | Department of Psychiatry | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$ $30.80 CAD Hourly

Posting End Date

May 1, 2024

Note:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

Oct 31, 2024

This offer is conditional upon successful completion of a Criminal Record Check.

  • If language proficiency requirements are not met, examination results must be provided.


At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students.

Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary


The Research Assistant will provide support with recruitment, data analysis and write up of a project examining the psychological response to the loss of a loved one.

There will be opportunity to conduct both quantitative and qualitative data analysis.

Organizational Status

The Research Assistant reports to Dr. Clare Killikelly directly.

Work Performed- Assisting with project planning in collaboration with Dr Killikelly, including developing study protocols and material for example an interview schedule for focus groups, preparing consent forms and a timeline for project activities. Assisting with the statistical data analysis and the write up of peer reviewed manuscripts- Utilizing standard techniques and protocols performs various technical tasks, e.g. exploring the use of technology such as digital symptom tracking (experience sampling methods), integrating text based messaging and other mobile app technology for the assessment and treatment of prolonged grief disorder- Carrying out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Data safety and security principles of BC and UBC must be adhered to. Procedures for mishandling of confidential data could include legal proceedings.


This position will be responsible for access, collection, use and disclosure of personal information in accordance with the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (RSBC 1996) and other UBC privacy and security policies.

The position requires the employee to work under strict confidentiality requirements; internal procedures and policies to protect personal information must be followed and adherence to these requirements will be regularly reviewed by the employer.

Supervision Received

Supervision Given

None.

Minimum Qualifications


High school graduation, some additional training in a related field and a minimum two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


  • Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one's own
  • Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one's own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion


Preferred Qualifications- Graduate degree in Psychology or related field would be an asset- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a fluent command of written and spoken English- Strong skills in statistical analysis using SPSS or R- Experience with recruiting participants in the field of mental health- Experience conducting focus groups- Experience sampling methodology- Experience writing publications- Experience working in the field of mental health- Experience with qualitative methods would be an asset, e.g.

focus groups, thematic analysis- Experience and interest in working with mobile apps and learning app development and programming desirable
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