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 2 Department Keramatian Laboratory | Department of Psychiatry | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range $4,333.86 - $5,155.61 CAD Monthly Posting End Date June 30, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date Jul 14, 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 Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and organized full-time Research Assistant to support research activities in our lab focused on early intervention in bipolar disorder / youth mental health. The successful candidate will play a central role in the coordination and implementation of two research projects. Organizational Status This position is based at the UBC Mood Disorders Centre within the Department of Psychiatry at the University of British Columbia. The Research Assistant will report directly to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Keramatian. Work Performed Assist in the development and submission of research protocols and ethics applications, like drafting, preparation of research protocols and ethics applications and compiling required documents. Support participant recruitment, consent, and retention activities, such as pre-screening, scheduling, obtaining informed consent, and maintaining follow-up communication with participants, with complex cases escalated to the principal investigator. Oversee data collection, database maintenance and documentation activities, ensuring accuracy. Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with research ethics and institutional policies. Assist in drafting and formatting progress reports, knowledge translation materials, and manuscripts, including preparing tables, figures, and initial text based on data and study documentation, with final review and direction provided by the principal investigator. Liaise with research partners, clinicians, and other stakeholders to arrange meetings, assessments and facilitate information and feedback sharing. Contribute to other administrative and research-related duties as required. Consequence of Error/Judgement Errors in this role can compromise the integrity of the research, affect the validity of study findings, and may pose risks to the safety, privacy, or well-being of research participants. Supervision Received Works under minimum supervision, receiving specific instructions only on unusual problems or on matters which depart significantly from established policy and procedure. Supervision Given May have supervisory responsibilities for volunteers or new research assistants. 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 Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Health Sciences, or a related field (Master’s degree or previous research experience preferred). Experience with human participant research and ethics submissions. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment. Familiarity with data management tools (e.g., REDCap, Excel) and basic statistical concepts is an asset. Interest in mental health or clinical research is strongly preferred. 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. 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