Research Assistant /Technician 1
About the role
Staff - Non Union
Job Category
Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants
Job Profile
Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 1
Job Title
Research Assistant /Technician 1
Department
Clinical Faculty Division of General Internal Medicine - Community| Department of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine
Compensation Range
$25.29 - $27.74 CAD Hourly
Posting End Date
September 9, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
August 29, 2026
This 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 Summary
A 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 research
The 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 collection
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Work may involve simple techniques and methods requiring knowledge and/or procedures that are readily acquired; all problems are referred to supervisor.
Supervision Received
Works under direct supervision in accordance with detailed oral or written instructions; routine duties are carried out under general supervision.
Supervision Given
None 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.
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Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
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Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the healthcare setting within the East Kootenay Region
Strong understanding of rural health issues
Basic graphic design skills
Online survey development skills
Research Assistant /Technician 1
About the role
Staff - Non Union
Job Category
Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants
Job Profile
Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 1
Job Title
Research Assistant /Technician 1
Department
Clinical Faculty Division of General Internal Medicine - Community| Department of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine
Compensation Range
$25.29 - $27.74 CAD Hourly
Posting End Date
September 9, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
August 29, 2026
This 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 Summary
A 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 research
The 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 collection
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Work may involve simple techniques and methods requiring knowledge and/or procedures that are readily acquired; all problems are referred to supervisor.
Supervision Received
Works under direct supervision in accordance with detailed oral or written instructions; routine duties are carried out under general supervision.
Supervision Given
None 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 inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the healthcare setting within the East Kootenay Region
Strong understanding of rural health issues
Basic graphic design skills
Online survey development skills