Research Asst/Tech 1

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 1

Job Title

Research Asst/Tech 1

Department

Vila-Rodriguez Laboratory | Department of Psychiatry | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$4,359.73 - $4,781.54 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

September 11, 2026

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

Job End Date

December 13, 2026

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 Description Summary

To assist with research activities within the NINET Lab, Department of Psychiatry at UBC Hospital.

Working Conditions

Works in UBC Psychiatry, in office space with fluorescent and natural lighting.

Organizational Status

The Research Assistant reports to the NINET director and Research Coordinator; interacts with other NINET staff, and with other departments within UBC as necessary.

Work Performed

• Assisting with preparation and data collection in neurostimulation studies (i.e. electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS),

• Assisting with preparation and data collection of neurophysiology studies (i.e. EEG, NIRS, TMS-EEG-EMG).

• Scoring patient and clinician rating scales (tallying scores, checking completion);

• Assisting in the preparation of study-related materials (consents, ethics, information sheets);

• Performing literature reviews online or in the library;

• Attend conference calls and communicate with collaborating centers;

• Completing general office work, and assisting other NINET staff as needed.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Errors in judgment or performance would result in significant consequences on the outcome of research studies and impact the opportunities for future funding and projects.

Supervision Received

Direct supervision by the NINET director; general supervision by NINET staff.

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

High School graduation.Bachelor s Degree in related field is preferred.Minimum of 1 year of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience with clinical psychiatric populations preferred. - Demonstrated experience with computers and computer software (i.e. MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, REDCap; online literature databases (PubMed, etc.);

• Effective skills in oral and written communication, interpersonal communication, and organization;
• Ability to work within a team environment and follow detailed directions;
• As this position involves working with vulnerable populations and confidential/sensitive data, a Criminal Record Check is required for the successful applicant.

About Us

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.

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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.

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