Research Assistant Technician

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

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Vancouver seeks a Research Assistant Technician to assist in pediatric neurosurgery research projects. Responsibilities include data management, patient follow-up, and coordination of studies. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. This role offers competitive monthly compensation within the range of $4,333.86 - $5,155.61 CAD.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Must have excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating prospective studies and enroll patients.
• Develop case report forms and enter data into the database.
• Maintain organized patient logs and follow-up reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

High school graduation with related training

Tools

Word processing applications

Spreadsheet applications

Database applications

Job description

Overview

Staff - Non Union
Job Category: Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants
Job Profile: Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2
Job Title: Research Assistant Technician
Department: Singhal Research Lab Neurosurgery | Department of Surgery | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range: $4,333.86 - $5,155.61 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date: September 24, 2025

Job End Date: September 22, 2026

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

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 primary focus of the Research Assistant Technician is to assist in a number of research projects in the Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery, at BC Children’s Hospital. Responsibilities include development and completion of the Case Report Forms (CRF’s), electronic data entry and database management, and tracking enrolled subjects for long-term follow-up assessments.

Organizational Status

The UBC Faculty of Medicine Department of Surgery educates students at the undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate levels, and pursues research to make innovative advancements in knowledge and practice to improve health. The Department consists of more than 600 physicians, surgeons, scientists and educators and over 70 administrative, research and technical staff in nine divisions distributed across British Columbia. Specialty training programs are offered in Cardiac Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Pediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Radiation Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Thoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery. The Department is also home to the Branch for Global Surgical Care (BGSC).

The incumbent reports to the Head, Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery, and the other Principal Investigators (PIs). This position works with pediatric neurosurgeons, the research director, clinic nurses, consultants in statistics, imaging and computing, hospital clerical staff and UBC Department of Surgery faculty and staff.

Work Performed

• Coordinate prospective studies, enrolls patients, and assists with the studies operations.
• Develop case report forms specific to the studies in the Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery.
• Enter collected data into database.
• Maintain and organize the study patient log, case report forms and other important project related files.
• Contact families of enrolled patients to arrange follow-up visits.
• Maintain up-to-date records of study numbers and follow-up exams.
• Assist PI(s) in transferring imaging data files to other study sites.
• Perform chart reviews for retrospective studies.
• Contributes to a respectful, inclusive working environment.
• Performs other responsibilities, as required.

Working Conditions

The Research Assistant Technician will be allocated office work space within the Division of Pediatric Neurology, at BC Children’s Hospital. The research office is located in the Ambulatory Care Building, K3-167.

Consequences of Error/Judgement

The Research Assistant Technician is required to conduct the research activities in an ethical manner and to maintain strict confidentiality with regards to information, particularly about study participants. Along with other colleagues, the incumbent is accountable for conduct concerning participant-related activities, to the Principal Investigators, the Division Head, Research Director. Study data must be reliably and accurately recorded. Strict confidentiality of all study participants must be adhered to. Errors in judgment may result in insufficient progress of research projects, thereby adversely affecting funding for studies. Inappropriate handling of interactions and communications can create embarrassment for the Lab and Division in dealings with faculty, students, University, affiliated hospitals, patients, business affiliates, and the public. The incumbent needs to pay attention to details, be aware of pitfalls and willing to repeat tasks if necessary. All activities involving participants are accountable to the Principal Investigators, and the Department.

Supervision

Supervision Received: The incumbent reports to the Head, Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery and the other Principal Investigators (PIs).

Supervision Given: None.

Qualifications

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. Must be willing to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own. Demonstrates a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interpersonal skills, along with the ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• Ability to contribute to a respectful, cooperative and supportive work environment.
• Sound judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality, tact, and discretion.
• Excellent organizational skills, particularly in prioritizing work and multi-tasking.
• Excellent time management skills, especially around meeting deadlines.
• Ability to actively listen and probe for information to clarify complex requests.
• Effective oral and written communications, with the ability to compose clear and grammatically correct correspondence and business documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule, occasionally including additional hours in evenings and early mornings, as required.