Research Assistant/Technician 2

UBC The University of British Columbia; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is seeking a Research Assistant/Technician 2 to contribute to the Youth Action Studies program. The role focuses on transcription, de-identification, and data cleaning, with potential involvement in data collection and participant interviews.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator and Research Manager, the incumbent will support knowledge mobilization efforts, manuscripts, and reports for the funder, while maintaining confidentiality and ethical

Qualifications

• High school graduation with related training and a minimum two years of related experience.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives and maintain confidentiality.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in research settings.
• Lived experience with 2S/LGBTQ+ communities is an asset.
• Undergraduate degree in health or social science is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes and quality-checks audio interviews.
• De-identifies transcripts and manages confidential data.
• Cleans, organizes, and maintains study data.
• Supports recruitment, interviews, consent, and scheduling as needed.
• Assists with qualitative coding, analysis, and manuscript preparation.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

High school graduation with related training

Undergraduate degree in health or social science

Lived experience in 2S/LGBTQ+ communities (asset)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Research Assistant/Technician 2 Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job Profile Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 2 Job Family Group Staff - Non Union Department Research | Goodyear Youth Action Studies | School of Nursing | Faculty of Applied Science Compensation Range $28.29 - $33.66 CAD Hourly Job End Date November 30, 2027 Posting End Date November 12, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. This is a part-time position requiring availability to work up to 10 hours per week 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 will be involved in a full range of research activities within the Youth Action Studies research program. Responsibilities include transcription, de-identification, and data cleaning and management. Depending on the team’s needs, the role may also involve supporting data collection and analysis, assisting with participant interviews, and contributing to knowledge mobilization activities such as drafting academic manuscript(s) and reports for the funder.

Organizational Status

The MacIsaac School of Nursing at UBC is nationally and internationally recognized for research that sheds light on the health care experiences and outcomes of diverse socio-economic and demographic groups across Canada, and for developing health care and policy solutions to reduce health disparities and improve well-being across the lifespan. By merging clinical insight with advanced research approaches, our researchers integrate aspects of culture, socio-economic influences, gender, behavioural factors, policy environments, historical legacy, and shifting health services to design health interventions responsive to the circumstances of individuals, families, communities, and populations. This position will be nested in the Youth Action Studies team. The overarching aim of this research team is to advance equity in youth health, mental health, substance use, and 2S/LGBTQ+ health fields by leveraging critical health and social science perspectives, emancipatory theories and methodologies, and the meaningful participation and expertise of youth who use drugs and/or experience mental health challenges. This position reports directly to Dr. Trevor Goodyear and the Research Manager. The incumbent will attend regular team meetings to ensure effective communication, but the nature of the work also requires independent initiative and sound judgment. The role involves frequent interaction and collaboration with the research team and external stakeholders, including individuals with lived/living experience of substance use and/or mental health challenges, policy makers, service providers, and other researchers both within and outside the School of Nursing to plan and conduct research, manage data, analyze results, and develop knowledge products for dissemination.

Work Performed

• Transcribes audio-recorded interviews using an online automated service and checks transcripts for accuracy
• De-identifies transcripts and other research data in accordance with confidentiality and ethics protocol
• Cleans, manages, and organizes study data (e.g., transcripts, interview audio files, participant photos)
• Assists, as needed, with recruiting eligible participants and confirming eligibility, scheduling qualitative interviews, obtaining informed consent, and conducting interviews
• Assists with qualitative coding and analysis, as well as the development of academic publications and other knowledge mobilization materials.
• Performs other duties as required

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Working closely with other members of the research team, the Research Assistant ensures that study procedures are performed consistent with the study protocol and ethical guidelines. The Research Assistant is expected to work in a professional manner exercising poise and discretion especially when dealing with research participants, and with sensitive information. Inappropriate disclosure of research participants personal information would contravene privacy legislation and could result in legal action. Establishing effective working relationships within the team and with other stakeholders is essential in the success of the research program. Inability to establish and foster effective working relationships may affect the integrity of the program and the successful and timely completion of research projects. This could compromise the research team’s ability to secure funding for future projects, or to engage in multi-stakeholder projects in the future.

Supervision Received

Works under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator and the Research Manager.

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

• Lived experience as a member of, or experience working with, 2S/LGBTQ+ communities, especially transgender communities, is an asset
• Holds a completed undergraduate degree in a relevant health or social science discipline (e.g., public health, nursing, sociology, interdisciplinary studies)
• Previous experience in qualitative research is preferred
• Ability to exercise appropriate tact, discretion and confidentiality in all matters
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
• Ability to effectively use computer software, such as MS Word and MS Excel
• Ability to learn new software, research methods, and work routines
• Demonstrates empathy, compassion, and respect when working with vulnerable populations
• Knowledge of 2S/LGBQTIA+ health, substance use, and harm reductionKnowledge of research ethics and confidentiality requirements (e.g., TCPS 2)

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 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].