Research Assistant

University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

University of British Columbia seeks a Research Assistant to provide research and administrative support in medical genetics and pediatrics to a principal investigator engaged in international collaborative interdisciplinary research.

The role reports to Dr. Judith G. Hall and collaborates with faculty, co-investigators, trainees, graduate students, and staff on ethics, grants, and professional organizations.

Qualifications

• High school graduation and a minimum one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Performs literature searches and adds references to drafts.
• Prepares manuscripts and handles submission paperwork.
• Drafts correspondence and prepares research presentations.
• Maintains publication records and contact lists.
• Organizes and prepares research documents for distribution.

Skills

Related experience

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management

Electronic Health Records (C&W)

Internet research

Job description

Staff - Non Union Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job Profile Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 1

Job Title

Research Assistant

Department

Hall Laboratory | Department of Paediatrics | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation

Range $26.83 - $29.42 CAD Hourly

Posting End Date

October 15, 2026 (Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date)

Job End Date

October 31, 2027

Job Summary

To provide research and administrative support in the field of medical genetics and pediatrics to one principal investigator involved in international collaborative interdisciplinary research.

Organizational Status

The incumbent reports directly to Dr. Judith G. Hall and works with other faculty, co-investigators, trainees, graduate students, and staff related to ethics, projects, grants, and professional organizations.

Work Performed

• Performs literature searches using terms provided by the PI, retrieves publications, and adds references to draft manuscripts.
• Prepares and submits manuscripts, handles submission paperwork and correspondence, and maintains related records.
• Drafts correspondence and nomination or support letters, and prepares research presentations from written materials under the PI’s direction.
• Maintains research publication and reference records, contact lists, and the PI’s academic CV.
• Organizes and prepares research documents for distribution.

Consequence of Error/Judgement Errors or miscommunications could jeopardize relationships and collaborations with investigators, trainees, and subjects. Errors in reporting procedures, could result in a waste of financial resources, non-renewal of research funding, or loss of currently held funding. Inadequate documentation, organization, communication, and planning may adversely affect the image and reputation of the investigator.

Supervision Received

This position will report to the Principal Investigator. Once oriented by the PI, job duties are carried out independently.

Supervision Given

None

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

• Master's degree, preferably in the life sciences, health sciences, or social sciences are deemed as assets.
• Completion of professional development courses on research, project management, finances, and software programs to carry out work.
• Recent related experience in a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment, including an understanding of research methodology and medical terminology.
• Medium to high degree of computer literacy, including familiarity with UBC Library; Microsoft Office word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, database management, C&W Electronic Health Record, and internet resource use.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to independently prioritize and organize workload.

Hiring Organization Culture

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.

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.

Are you ready to embrace the future together? 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.

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