Staff - Non Union Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job Profile Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2 Job Title Research Assistant/ Tech 2 Department Hematology Research Program Support Division of Hematology| Department of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range $4,333.86 - $5,155.61 CAD Monthly Posting End Date December 16, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date January 4, 2027 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 Division of Hematology at the University of British Columbia is seeking a Research Assistant for the Hematology Research Program (HRP). The Research Assistant will work with a team of research staff, administrative staff, physicians, nurses and liaise with other healthcare professionals to ensure research studies meet or exceed regulatory and institutional standards. This position requires frequent contact with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other hospital staff. The Research Assistant may be the primary contact with the Research Ethics Board (REB), industry sponsors, government and other not-for profit granting agencies, and regulatory bodies for research studies. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. ORGANIZATION STATUS The Hematology Research Program (HRP) conducts phase I, II and III clinical trials, registries and other clinical research in patients with a variety of benign and malignant hematologic disorders. The Research Assistant will work under the supervision of the Director, Research Program Manager and Research Operations Manager of HRP, as well as principal investigators (PI) to fulfill research-related responsibilities in a professional and ethical manner. This position is located within a health-care facility. DUTIES · Assists with research work by performing specific assigned tasks, such as administrates regulatory documents and forms or questionnaires to Research Ethics Board (REB) in a timely manner; maintains database, records results, including computer data entry and/or observations and sample under supervisions. · Assists in analyzing and interpreting experiment results or research data, including assembly, compilation and summary of statistical and other data, as requested by the director supervisor(s) or PI. · Processes blood sample, including performs venipuncture, centrifuges, prepares shipping by following established technical procedures according to written protocol. · Organizes study and regulatory documents, SOPs, and CVs. Maintains inventory and distributes supplies. · Demonstrates work routines or procedures to less experienced staff as designated. · Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements in this position. · Performs other tasks and provides research support as directed. CONSEQUENCES OF ERROR The Research Assistant should understand that: a) The incumbent warrants that their performance in the conduct of clinical trials and research projects will strictly conform to appropriate regulations: 1) maintaining professional behaviour and respect for study subjects and staff; 2) the UBC Clinical Research Ethics Board 3) B.C. Privacy Act; 4) Health Canada, International Conference on Harmonization, Tri-Council Policy Statement, Good Clinical Practice; and 5) U.S. Food & Drug Administration. b) Lack of careful attention to regulatory guidelines and approvals can lead to suspension of further clinical research and/or funding for the investigator/physician as well as the hospital and University. c) Poor communication skills could jeopardize study subjects' participation and continuation in studies and could reflect badly on the research group and the University with sponsors and referring/community physicians. d) The qualified investigator relies on the assistant to alert him/her to problems and unexpected events concerning study subjects and trial conduct. These include, but are not limited to: 1) poor study enrolment; 2) failure to complete work according to deadlines, 3) unexpected or excessive workload or administrative hurdles; 4) additional or non-budgeted requests from sponsors; 5) recurrent problem or concerns raised by clinical staff. e) Clinical mistakes made by the coordinator could be life threatening to subjects. Ensuring study subject safety includes: 1) accurately judging study eligibility; 2) being prepared for any side effects (expected or unexpected); and 3) updating clinical skills and knowledge to meet the demands of clinical complexity. f) Lack of careful attention to regulatory guidelines and approvals can lead to suspension of further clinical research and/or funding for the investigator/physician as well as the hospital and University. DECISION MAKING/ACCOUNTABILITY Works within well-defined guidelines and procedures, but exercise judgment in establishing priorities and carrying tasks through to completion; liaises with hospital departments and refers new or unusual problems to supervisor. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the supervision of Program Manager, Research Operations Manager, and Research Coordinators in carrying out familiar phases of duties and responsibilities; receives instructions during orientation and on subsequent new assignments or changes in procedures. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May distribute work assignments to employee at lower classification level, including students. 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. - Demonstrate a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to graduation from a recognized undergraduate degree required in a health-related field (e.g. BSc, BScN, RN, LPN, pharmacy); plus two (2) years of recent related experience in a research, clinical research experience is preferred, other research experience will be considered. 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 workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca.
