CART Access Research Assistant

The University of British Columbia; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia seeks a Research Assistant for the Contraception and Abortion Research Team (CART). The role involves supporting research activities, managing communications, and assisting with grant applications. Ideal candidates will have a relevant Bachelor's degree and strong interpersonal skills. This role is full-time, based on the UBC Vancouver Campus, committed to equity and inclusion in research.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Research experience in Social/Health Sciences or related fields is highly valued.
• Ability to work independently with high initiative.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate research activities among co-investigators and content experts.
• Assist with data collection, literature reviews, and communication materials.
• Support financial reporting for grant and research activities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Knowledge Translation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Endnote

NVIVO

REDCap

Job description

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CART Access Research Assistant

Apply locations UBC Vancouver Campus time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR21230 Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2

Job Title

CART Access Research Assistant

Department

Norman Laboratory CART | Department of Family Practice | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$4,333.86 - $5,155.61 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

July 1, 2025

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

Job End Date

Jun 30, 2026

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 play an active role to support team members and the conduct of research within the Contraception and Abortion Research Team (CART).

The Research Assistant will contribute to communications, web site updates, newsletters, and to support team investigators for the procedures and logistics for submission of grant applications, conduct of research activities, knowledge translation activities, and support to the team for logistical aspects of manuscript writing and submission. The Research Assistant will work closely with the UBC CART and relevant stakeholders and partners to support all aspects of the work of the team. This individual will also be responsible for supporting the Research Manager with various activities, which may include protocol and budget development, writing of progress reports, working on ethics applications, and assisting with the day-to-day administrative functions for CART.

Supporting the research operation of CART will involve facilitating communication with team members and knowledge user partners, assisting the team with literature reviews and use of bibliographic software, supporting a range of team research projects through assisting with coordination of provincial and national research meetings, focus groups, and pilot testing meetings, assisting the Research Manager to ensure accurate financial reporting for all grant and research activities, and supporting investigator teams for grant application submission processes. This position requires a high level of independence, and interpersonal skills. The position also requires great attention to detail and basic knowledge of UBC administrative policies (or willingness to learn), and a willingness to adapt to changing procedures and policies.

Organizational Status

The Contraception and Abortion Research Team (CART) is situated at the BC Women's Hospital Research Institute (WHRI) and belongs to the UBC Department of Family Practice. Led by Dr. Wendy Norman, CART is a national, interdisciplinary and collaborative research team that conducts research to inform key stakeholders on policies and services impacting family planning and women's health. CART has multiple active grant-funded research projects. Several UBC faculty are principal investigators leading CART projects.

Work Performed

The nature of the research to be undertaken under the direction of the faculty investigators includes:

• Coordinating research activities among co-investigators and content experts

• Assisting investigators to conduct aspect of research activity implementation, data collection, analysis and knowledge translation activities.

• Engaging with a multidisciplinary team of coinvestigators and collaborators to optimize our national research activities

• Facilitating presenting findings at local, national, and international meetings where relevant.

• Assisting with preparing communication materials for community members and other stakeholders, including production of an annual newsletter and updating to the word-press based team website

• Supporting research meetings by arranging, organizing, coordinating and managing the logistics for CART and associated project meetings, taking meeting minutes and communicating with appropriate stakeholders and leadership

• Processing financial transactions for grant-funded research projects, including submitting incurred expenses for reimbursement, reconciling monthly credit card payments, arranging payment for business and independent contractor invoices, travel claims, and updating tracking logs for external agency invoices

• Supports the investigators for submission and maintenance of research ethics applications and amendments, operational approvals, reporting to research funders

• Assisting with research grant application activities, such as preparing grant application packages, updating investigators' CVs, and collecting required documents from investigators

• Monitoring the Canadian Abortion Providers Support platform

• Responds to inquiries and forwards to appropriate designate. Identifies, prioritizes, and takes follow-up action on items as required

• Assist the CART Research Manager in submitting applications for Work-Learn students, hiring, and orienting new students/trainees

• Contributes to the writing of progress and end-of-grant reports to research funding agencies as well as Research Metrics reporting for CART affiliates including BCCHR and WHRI

• Curate and maintain the CART website and social media channels

• Perform other related duties as required

Consequence of Error/Judgement

The Research Assistant is responsible for engaging with stakeholders such as health care providers performing abortion services in a culturally sensitive and respectful manner. This position requires working effectively within an organizational structure and involves a high degree of self-direction, the ability to work to tight timelines, and strong interpersonal skills. Poor decisions and errors in judgment could result in delayed completion of projects or inappropriate planning, result in financial loss, and damage the reputation of the Contraception and Abortion Research Team (CART), the Faculty of Medicine, and the Department of Family Practice. The Research Assistant must exercise cultural sensitivity, patience, good will, tact, judgment, and discretion in working with various stakeholders and collaborating with internal and external agencies. Knowledge and sensitivity to issues is required. The Research Assistant is expected to communicate with staff, research investigators, and community/external agencies. Errors in decision-making may compromise the reputation of CART and key investigators.

Supervision Received

The incumbent is required to use a high degree of initiative and professional judgement in carrying out responsibilities. Dr. Wendy Norman, other CART UBC faculty, and the CART Research Manager will supervise the Research Assistant and will provide resources to support the Research Assistant's research activities.

Supervision Given

The incumbent may have supervisory responsibilities for directly related projects, training and supervising research assistants, students, and volunteers involved locally in the project as needed.

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

Bachelor degree required and Masters degree in a relevant discipline preferred, or equivalent work experience in an academic, research or health care environment. Minimum of 2 years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Research experience in any of the fields of Social / Health Sciences, Gender and Healthcare, and or policy. Keen interest in abortion and contraception research. Experience working within, collaborative environments. Computer experience and competency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Endnote. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods and qualitative data analysis e.g. NVIVO, REDCap will be an asset. Excellent command of the English language with a strong ability to communicatee effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to compose correspondence using clear concise business English. Ability to communicate information in a way that is understandable to a broad audience. Ability to multi-task, set priorities, time-manage, and problem-solve. Ability to identify problems early and elevate issues as appropriate. High degree of thoroughness, accuracy, and attention to detail. Ability to exercise tact and discretion. Ability to anticipate problems and issues and to plan ahead. Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. Ability to work independently and demonstrate high level of initiative and self-directedness.

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