Research Assistant /Technician 1

University of British Columbia

  • Cranbrook, BC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Staff - Non UnionJob Category Non Union Technicians and Research AssistantsJob Profile Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 1Job Title Research Assistant /Technician 1Department Clinical Faculty Division of General Internal Medicine - Community| Department of Medicine | Faculty of MedicineCompensation Range $25.29 - $27.74 CAD HourlyPosting End Date September 9, 2025Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.Job End Date August 29, 2026This is a part-time position, requiring a commitment of approximately 5 hours per week.This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.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 SummaryA summer research assistant is needed to support research activities related to two programs. The first is a project, “Implementation science study of rural clinical trials.”This project aims to promote rural health equity by building a rural clinical research program situated in Cranbrook. The program will be developed collaboratively with community members, patient partners, healthcare workers and health administrators to generate knowledge on strategies to support clinical trial implementation in rural settings. A Clinical Trials Advisory Committee (CTAC) and a Patient Partner Steering Committee (PPSC) will be established to guide this researchThe second is to provide research assistant support to the UBC Rural Scholars Program. This program enables two rural scholars to pursue research projects.Organizational Status
Under the direction of Dr. Denise Jaworsky, this position is hired within the University of British Columbia (UBC), Division of General Internal Medicine -Community. This position is a full-time, term position located in Cranbrook, BC. The incumbent is expected to provide regular reports to the PI or project leader(s) on projects, tasks, and goals progress. He/she will interact and work closely with the students, researchers, and staff members of the East Kootenay Clinical Trial research group.He/she will also work closely with the UBC Rural Scholars in the Department of Family Practice.Work Performed· Provide logistical and research support to the Clinical Trials Advisory Committee and Patient Partner Steering Committee, including preparing briefing materials and documenting research-related decisions.· Support grant writing through literature reviews, coordinating with team members and gathering letters of support· Assists with the preparation and submission of research ethics board applications and amendments· Works closely with East Kootenay Regional Hospital clinical research coordinator to distribute clinical trial education material· Participates in cultural safety learning activities and supports research activities that incorporate cultural safety principles, including Indigenous consultation· Supports qualitative data collectionConsequence of Error/JudgementWork may involve simple techniques and methods requiring knowledge and/or procedures that are readily acquired; all problems are referred to supervisor.Supervision ReceivedWorks under direct supervision in accordance with detailed oral or written instructions; routine duties are carried out under general supervision.Supervision GivenNone but may explain work sequences to others.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 inclusionPreferred QualificationsExperience in the healthcare setting within the East Kootenay RegionStrong understanding of rural health issuesBasic graphic design skillsOnline survey development skills

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