Psychology Research Assistant

University of Regina; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Regina is seeking a Psychology Research Assistant to support a CIHR-funded randomized trial evaluating a mental health program for premenstrual mood disorders. You will assist with participant recruitment, screening, interviews, and data collection in collaboration with the research team.

This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.

Qualifications

• Recently completed an undergraduate degree in Psychology or related field.
• Strong interest in mental health research and clinical psychology.
• Experience interacting with research participants or in a helping role is an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport.
• Comfortable following structured protocols and learning standardized assessment procedures.
• Experience with data entry, management, or analysis is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement participant recruitment strategies, screening and enrolling participants, and conducting structured clinical interviews to determine eligibility.
• Monitor participant progress, ensure adherence to study protocols, and maintain regular communication with participants to support retention.
• Oversee data collection processes, tracking completion of study measures and addressing missing data while ensuring ethical handling.
• Collaborate closely with the research team to troubleshoot issues and maintain high data quality and integrity.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Protocol following

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Tools

SCID training

Data collection tools

Job description

Psychology Research Assistant

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Position Details

Posting Summary Competition Number 20260157A/S Position Title Psychology Research Assistant Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts Unit Arts-Psychology Employee Group CUPE 5791 - Research Collective Agreement Consideration Open to the Public. CUPE 5791 Job Family Research Category Staff Number of Vacancies 1

Position Summary We are seeking a highly organized and motivated study coordinator to support a CIHR-funded randomized controlled trial evaluating a mental health program for premenstrual mood disorders. The successful candidate will play a central role in participant recruitment, assessment, and data collection, working closely with the research team to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the study. Key responsibilities will include coordinating and implementing participant recruitment strategies, screening and enrolling participants, and conducting structured clinical interviews to determine eligibility. The coordinator will also be responsible for monitoring participant progress throughout the study, ensuring adherence to study protocols, and maintaining regular communication with participants to support retention and engagement. In addition, the coordinator will oversee data collection processes, including tracking completion of study measures, identifying and addressing missing or inconsistent data, and ensuring that all data are collected and stored in accordance with ethical and institutional guidelines. The role will involve close collaboration with the research team to troubleshoot issues as they arise and to maintain high standards of data quality and integrity. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently. Experience with clinical interviews, mental health research, or digital health interventions is considered an asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement participant recruitment strategies, screening and enrolling participants, and conducting structured clinical interviews to determine eligibility.
• Monitor participant progress throughout the study, ensuring adherence to study protocols, and maintaining regular communication with participants to support retention and engagement.
• Oversee data collection processes, including tracking completion of study measures, identifying and addressing missing or inconsistent data, and ensuring that all data are collected and stored in accordance with ethical and institutional guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with the research team to troubleshoot issues and maintain high standards of data quality and integrity.

Position Requirements

1. Recently completed an undergraduate degree in Psychology or a related field.
2. Strong interest in mental health research and clinical psychology.
3. Experience interacting with research participants or working in a helping role is an asset.
4. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with participants.
6. Comfortable following structured protocols and learning standardized assessment procedures (e.g., SCID ; training will be provided).
7. Experience with data entry, management, or analysis is an asset.
8. Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and handle multiple responsibilities.

Pay and Hours

Pay Grade As Per CUPE 5791 Research Salary Range As per CUPE 5791 Research Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours Your working hours will be weekly for a total of 40 hours per week Duration (if Term/Temporary) September 28, 2026- August 31, 2027 Full-Time/Part-Time Casual Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted

Contact Information

Jennifer Gordon at [e-mail]

Job Open Date

09/16/2026

Job Close Date

09/22/2026

Diversity Statement

The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.

Safety Statement

The University is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and strengthening a culture of safety across the campus community. All employees share responsibility for contributing to a safe working environment.

Documents Required

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcript(s)