Research Assistant in Healthy Aging

Responsibilities

• Support grant-funded research studies by managing participant recruitment and screening for older adults with various co-morbidities.
• Manage, process, and perform quality checks on neuroimaging data.
• Assist with the creation and management of analytical data research files using platforms such as REDCap.
• Collect and enter data with high accuracy and ensure proper storage of physical and digital files.
• Liaise with research participants to develop positive, informative relationships and conduct monthly follow-up calls.
• Assist with lab management tasks including inventory tracking, ordering supplies, and organizing files.
• Support intervention classes, such as exercise classes and education seminars, for older adults.
• Assist in knowledge dissemination, manuscript preparation, and conducting basic literature searches.
• Supervise undergraduate students and volunteers in recruitment and data collection tasks.

Requirements

• High school graduation and a minimum of one year of related experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and empathetically with older adults from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently and within a team.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant discipline.
• Previous research experience in geriatrics, cognitive aging, falls prevention, or cognitive neuroscience.
• Basic understanding of neuroanatomy.
• Experience working in a university clinical research laboratory focused on aging.
• Experience in rehabilitation centers or relevant clinical organizations.

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. UBC supports inspired students, faculty, and staff on their journey of discovery and is committed to fostering an inclusive community that values diversity and excellence in research.