Medical Geographer

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Medical Geographer a Research Assistant/Technician 3 to support epidemiology projects focusing on Inflammatory Bowel Disease and environmental determinants. Under Dr.

Jacobson, you will handle IBD registries, health admin databases, data acquisition and analysis, and manuscript preparation. Preferred candidates will have a Master’s in health sciences with geo-spatial mapping expertise and strong skills in SAS, R, Excel, and Word.

Qualifications

• Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master's degree in health sciences or related field will be considered a major asset; expertise in geo-spatial mapping.
• Experience with SAS and R, online literature searches and web-based applications is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with REB protocol development and submission.
• Manage health admin databases and data acquisition/analysis.
• Write reports and manuscripts and assist with grant applications.

Skills

Geo-spatial mapping

Data validation

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAS

R

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Staff - Non Union Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job Profile Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 3

Job Title Medical Geographer Department Jacobson Laboratory | Department of Paediatrics | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range $29.82 - $35.16 CAD Hourly

Posting End Date September 25, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date November 15, 2027

This position will be filled internally. It is posted for informational purposes only. This position is subject to the satisfactory completion of required background checks.

Job Description

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

This Research Assistant position will provide research-oriented support to projects focused on understanding the epidemiology of Inflammatory Bowel Disease and environmental determinants of disease. The Research Assistant will assist with IBD research studies and other research related tasks to support the program's initiatives under the guidance and direction of Dr. K. Jacobson. Responsibilities will include working with IBD registries, heath administrative databases, assisting with data acquisition and analysis, assisting with REB protocol development and submissions, writing reports and manuscripts and assisting with writing grant applications. The research assistant will also provide assistance to trainees working in the IBD program.

Organizational Status

The Research Assistant will support the IBD Research Program's initiatives under the guidance and direction of Dr Jacobson.

Work Performed

Work performed will include (but is not exclusive to): Assist with REB protocol development and submission Requests for and assists with the management of health admin databases from the various authorities/organizations, e.g. PopDataBC and CANUE Assist with data acquisition, data cleaning, coding and analysis Writing reports and assisting with the preparation of manuscripts based on results from completed data analyses Assisting with writing and submission of grant applications Conducting computerized literature searches as needed, reviewing articles and compiling annotated bibliographies Preparing documents, including correspondence, posters, presentations, and quarterly reports Supporting projects of the IBD Program as needed Performing other related duties as required Consequence of Error/Judgement Errors in judgement would impact negatively on the Research Program's reputation and productivity.

Supervision Received

The Research Assistant will work under the guidance and direction of the Dr Jacobson.

Supervision Given

Assist trainees working in the IBD program.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three 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

Master's degree in health sciences or related field will be considered a major asset. Expertise in geo-spatial mapping. Fluent with data validation and analysis activities. Ability to effectively use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. High degree of computer literacy with ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, internet and electronic mail applications (on PC and Mac OS) at an intermediate level. Experience with project evaluation, database management using software such as SAS and R, online literature searches and web-based applications an asset. Ability to take and transcribe accurate meeting minutes and follow up on action items with ease. Superior organizational and time management skills. Effective scientific writing, oral and written communication, interpersonal, and multitasking skills. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, for both academic and community audiences. 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.

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together?

Equity and Diversity

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at [e-mail].