Research Assistant/technician 1 - Vancouver, Canada - University of British Columbia
Description
Staff - UnionJob Category
CUPE 116
Job Profile
CUPE 116 Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 1
Job Title
Research Assistant/Technician 1
Department
Research | Hoppmann | Department of Psychology
Compensation Range
$ $25.99 CAD Hourly
Posting End Date
September 6, 2023
Note:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.
Job End Date
Feb 29, 2024
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 SummaryWith direction from the supervisor, Dr. Christiane Hoppmann, will perform routine research tasks. Assists with coordinating research studies, maintaining supplies, performing experiments, and acquiring and recording data.
Organizational Status
Works under the direction of the laboratory supervisor. Interacts with student researchers and other members of the research team.
Work Performed
- Assists in organizing, preparing and running experiments, which includes photocopying and preparing forms.
- Contacting and scheduling appointments with participants.
- Running participants through experimental procedures; recording test data. All components follow set lab protocols.
- Adheres to guidelines concerning the confidentiality and respectful treatment of results and participants.
The applicant will be expected to behave in a professional manner in carrying out all duties. Work will be checked by faculty supervisor on a regular basis. There are only limited opportunities for exercising judgement or making decisions in this position.
Errors may potentially result in the loss of otherwise useful data for the laboratory and the waste of money used to pay participants, and the slowing down of productivity in the laboratory.
Supervision ReceivedThe lab director provides direct supervision. Written and/or verbal protocols for all procedures will be provided.
Supervision Given
None.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation and a minimum one year 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.
Bachelor's degree in psychological science preferred. Previous experience in health psychology laboratories, including liaising with older adults. Computer experience (MS Office, Adobe Suite, SPSS). Effective oral and written communication. Effective interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to follow established guidelines and protocols. Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
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