Job Category
Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants
Job Profile
Non Union Salaried – Research Assistant /Technician 2
Job Title
CLH-RSU Research Assistant
Department
Division of Respiratory Medicine | Department of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine
Compensation Range
$3,777.25 – $4,501.17 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date
September 20, 2023
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.
Job End Date
Oct 1, 2024
This position is located within a health-care facility, therefore, the successful candidate will be required to provide verification of full vaccination against Covid-19 provided prior to the start date, as required by a provincial health mandate.
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 successful candidate will join our Clinical Research team to assist with the recruitment and enrolment of ongoing industry, grant funded and Investigator-initiated clinical trials. The candidate will be working with confidential information and adhering to strict study protocols. Positions in this classification perform routine clinical and laboratory tasks and assist the Centre for Lung Health Research Support Unit recruit participants, perform study visits, prepare materials for testing, conduct breathing tests and other various tasks as required. Primary focus will be on the implementation of a study looking to assess a digital tool that predicts the risk of exacerbations for enrolled participants and recommends treatment according to current guidelines.
Organizational Status
Reports directly to Research Manager – Industry Partnerships
Work Performed
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Good judgement, organization and communication are essential in this position. Errors and missed deadlines could result in failure to meet research obligations.
Confidentiality: Employees of the University of British Columbia always work under strict confidentiality because of the nature of the data holdings. Any breach in data security would place the future of the school, and its many programs of research, at risk.
Accuracy and Accountability: Accuracy is essential since errors may have implications for published reports, grant funding, data access, and public relations. The Research Assistant is responsible for checking the reliability and accuracy of work done and reporting challenges and threats directly to her/his supervisor.
Supervision Received
Works under direct supervision of Research Manager – Industry Partnerships from oral/written instructions and to established procedures.
Supervision Given
None.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of a university degree in a relevant discipline or technical program and a minimum three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Three or more years of recent related experience in a research environment or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Ability to effectively use MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. High degree of computer literacy with ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, internet and electronic mail applications at an intermediate level. Experience with database management, online literature searches and web-based applications an asset. Superior organizational skills. Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, and multi-tasking skills. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. Attentive to detail, with the ability to work quickly and accurately. Ability to exercise tact and discretion when handling sensitive and/or confidential matters.
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