Research Assistant/Technician 2-2

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric interviews (MINI, PANSS-6, BNSS) and administer cognitive tasks (WASI-II, HVLT, BDI) to research participants.
• Administer cognitive tasks using fMRI at the UBC MRI Research Facility.
• Recruit, screen, and schedule research participants, including those with and without mental illnesses.
• Manage data collection and entry using Excel, SPSS, and online databases like REDCap.
• Liaise with mental health groups and community organizations to facilitate recruitment.
• Deliver recruitment presentations to mental health teams and practitioners.
• Perform lab administrative duties, including maintaining petty cash, managing reimbursements, and preparing training manuals.
• Maintain lab management and organization.

Requirements

• High school graduation with additional training in a related field.
• Minimum of two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in SPSS, Excel, and other internet applications.
• Knowledge of research methodology and scientific terminology.
• Ability to travel within the Metro Vancouver Region for recruitment and data collection.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work respectfully and professionally with research subjects.
• Experience with data analysis, organization, and coding.
• Ability to handle confidential materials appropriately.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary research team.

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 is a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, committed to fostering an inclusive community that supports inspired students, faculty, and staff in their journey of discovery.