Staff - Non Union Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job Profile Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 1 Job Title Research Assistant Department Nunez Laboratory | Department of Psychiatry | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range $25.29 - $27.74 CAD Hourly Posting End Date December 9, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date August 24, 2026 This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University. 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 Department of Psychiatry at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is seeking a part-time research assistant to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary research program focused on applying artificial intelligence to psychiatry and supportive cancer care. The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with BC Cancer and UBC Mood Disorders Centre. They will contribute to the technical development of research and clinical tools that use natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning to improve the psychosocial health of patients and enhance care provided by clinicians. Organizational Status The Research Assistant receives direct direction and reports to the Principal Investigator and my also receive direction from the Supportive Care Program Medical Director and the lab’s NLP Data Scientist. The Research Assistant will also interact with other lab members, research assistants, trainees, and members of other departments at UBC and BC Cancer. Work Performed - Collect and maintain a list of resources for patients with cancer. - Interact with and test an AI-powered navigation assistant as directed by the PI and lab members. - May assist with organizing lab meetings and schedules for other research assistants in the lab. - Assists with updating materials used in amendment requests, annual renewals, and initial applications for the UBC Research Ethic Boards. - Support grant writing and submission which includes editing and proofreading sections, under direct supervision. - Assists with manuscript and presentation preparation. - Completes other tasks appropriate to the classification. Consequence of Error/Judgement The Research Assistant receives direction and reports to the Principal Investigator. Errors in accuracy, judgement, tact and poor decisions could delay the timely completion of the projects or be damaging to the reputation, for the PI, the Department, Faculty, UBC and other institutions affiliated with the project(s). The Principal Investigator will help with quality assurance and review work to mitigate these risks. Supervision Received Works under supervision and receives detailed instructions on assignments. Work is reviewed in terms of completeness, accuracy and timeliness. Supervision Given May provide guidance to volunteers or students affiliated with the lab. 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 Experience working in a research setting, especially in cancer care. Computer experience, especially with Adobe Products, Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Slack. Experience writing academic manuscripts and/or grants. Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment. Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities and to work under pressure to meet deadlines. 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.
