Research Assistant - OBIM

ubc; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

University of British Columbia (UBC) seeks a Research Assistant/Technician 2 in the Chan Laboratory, Division of General Internal Medicine, to support ongoing projects with data entry, documentation, and participant coordination. The role reports to the Research Coordinator and operates under general supervision after training.

Responsibilities include data verification, handling communications with participants, preparing study materials, and tracking equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

• Requires high school graduation with related training and 2+ years of related experience.
• Post-secondary diploma in health or life sciences preferred.
• Familiarity with REDCap or similar data collection platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Enter and verify study data into databases (e.g., Excel, REDCap) and perform routine accuracy checks.
• Screen study forms and participant information for errors or missing items; flag issues for follow-up.
• Send participant reminders and communications (text or email) per protocol; maintain logs of communications.
• Prepare, format, and assemble basic study documents (consent forms, logs, CRFs).
• Label, organize, and file study documents per protocol and ethics requirements.
• Maintain and track research equipment; manage loans with check-in/check-out records.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Ethical sensitivity / privacy

Education

Post-secondary diploma in health sciences or life sciences

High school diploma

TCPS-2 certification

Tools

REDCap

Excel

Job description

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2

Job Title

Research Assistant - OBIM

Department

Chan Laboratory Division of General Internal Medicine | Department of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$4,597.80 - $5,469.59 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

September 10, 2026

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

Job End Date

February 4, 2027

This position is subject to the satisfactory completion of required background checks

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/Technician 2 will provide technical, administrative, and participant support for ongoing research projects in the Chan Laboratory, Division of General Internal Medicine.

This position supports data entry and quality control, participant screening and communications, document preparation, and research equipment tracking. The incumbent works under general supervision from the Research Coordinator and performs tasks that require initiative, accuracy, and organizational skills.

Organizational Status

Reports to the Principal Investigator and Research Coordinator. Works closely with Research Coordinators, other research assistants, trainees, and collaborators. May interact with patients/participants, healthcare providers, and administrative staff.

Work Performed

• Enters and verifies study data into databases (e.g., Excel, REDCap) and performs routine checks for accuracy and completeness.
• Screens study forms and participant information for errors or missing items; flags issues for follow-up.
• Sends participant reminders and communications (via text or email) according to study protocols; maintains detailed logs of all communications.
• Prepares, formats, and assembles basic study documents and materials (e.g., Participant Assessment Agreements, consent forms, logs, case report forms).
• Prints, labels, organizes, and files study documents in compliance with protocol and ethics requirements.
• Labels, logs, and maintains research equipment; tracks loans of equipment to participants, ensuring accurate check-in/check-out records.
• Maintains supply levels and assists with ordering of study materials.
• Assists with preparing documents for research ethics submissions or amendments, as directed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Errors in data entry, participant communication, or equipment tracking could compromise data integrity, affect participant compliance, or cause delays in research timelines. Work must be performed with attention to detail and in accordance with study protocols, privacy regulations, and ethical standards.

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision, following established guidelines and procedures. Receives instructions on new or complex assignments and is expected to carry out routine duties independently after training.

Supervision Given

None.

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

• Completion of a post-secondary diploma in a relevant discipline, for example, health sciences, life sciences, psychology
• Completion of TCPS-2
• Experience in clinical or patient-facing research environments.
• Knowledge of research ethics requirements and UBC procedures.
• Familiarity with REDCap or similar data collection platforms.
• Experience with tracking and maintaining research equipment and supplies.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with participants and team members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.