Research Assistant - Data & Community Engagement (Hybrid)

Langara College; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid-work program

Extensive medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

Langara College in Vancouver, BC, invites applications for a Junior Research Assistant in the Applied Research Centre. This casual CUPE role starts Mon, Nov 2, 2026, with hours 0.35/week and a wage of $25.79–$28.85 per hour, offering a hybrid work program and comprehensive benefits.

The position supports faculty researchers, conducts data gathering, records results, and assists with literature reviews and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Completion of minimum of one (1) year of post-secondary studies related to the field of inquiry.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule work to meet timelines.
• Proficiency using computer applications such as MS Office applications, email and web browsers.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine data gathering activities as directed by research supervisor or other research team members.
• Accurately and consistently records results or transcriptions and procedures.
• Provides assistance to the research team, for example, records notes, describes observations, supplies reminders.
• Collects experimental data/software performance.
• Compiles data for reports and presentations.
• Gathers literature or other resources as directed by supervisor.
• Conveys information about the working environment including when supplies are running low.
• Operates advanced scientific equipment/software/survey tools with direction.
• Offer students assistance with performing data gathering activities as directed by supervisor or other research team members.
• Maintain safe work environment
• Performs other related project duties as assigned.

Skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Teamwork & independent work

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary studies in related field

Equivalent education/experience considered

Tools

MS Office

Email

Web Browsers

Job description

Langara College in Vancouver, BC, invites applications for a Junior Research Assistant in the Applied Research Centre. This casual CUPE role starts Mon, Nov 2, 2026, with hours 0.35/week and a wage of $25.79–$28.85 per hour, offering a hybrid work program and comprehensive benefits.

The position supports faculty researchers, conducts data gathering, records results, and assists with literature reviews and data analysis.