Research Assistant/Technician 2

Responsibilities

• Manage and process MRI scans acquired by the CLSA Healthy Brains, Healthy Aging program using established pipelines and quality control protocols.
• Recruit older participants, including those with mild cognitive impairment or mobility impairments, which may include conducting home visits.
• Support the launch of research studies by developing SOPs, data capture forms, databases, and training manuals.
• Oversee data collection to ensure adherence to protocols, including documenting deviations and monitoring adverse events.
• Create and manage confidential data capture, ensuring accuracy, validity, and ethical storage of physical and electronic files.
• Supervise and train undergraduate trainees, WorkLearns, and volunteers in basic research tasks and data collection.
• Assist with lab management activities such as inventory tracking, purchasing supplies, and organizing files.
• Coordinate with the Research Coordinator and Director to assist with ethics applications and research seminars.

Requirements

• High school graduation with at least two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with database management.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple competing demands.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Preferred Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in neuroimaging acquisition and analysis.
• Knowledge of neuroimaging pipelines such as Freesurfer or FSL.
• Proficiency in REDCap.
• Previous research experience in geriatrics, cognitive aging, or working with large neuroimaging datasets.

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 and diverse community.