DTP Research Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support the Diabetes Transformation Project (DTP) through administrative, project, and research evaluation tasks.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clinic staff, clinicians, and diverse stakeholders.
• Assist with patient and family engagement, including collecting feedback on educational materials and organizing engagement meetings.
• Support the development of educational pathways by tracking clinician feedback and coordinating with the Digital Lab.
• Administer surveys and qualitative data collection tools for DTP studies and evaluation activities.
• Assist in compiling data for ethics applications, amendments, and renewals.
• Develop and update REDCap electronic consent forms and surveys.
• Support the Principal Investigator with literature reviews and annotated bibliographies.
• Maintain secure paper and electronic project documentation and research records.

Requirements

• High school graduation with at least two years of related experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize workload, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Preferred Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant discipline or technical program.
• Experience using REDCap for electronic consent and survey administration.
• Experience engaging and communicating with diverse stakeholders and project participants.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team environment.

About the Company

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community that supports inspired students, faculty, and staff in their journey of discovery.