Research Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Manage research studies and projects at the Thrive Lab, overseeing all phases from planning and execution to evaluation and reporting
• Prepare, submit, and update ethics applications and ensure adherence to research protocols and ethical guidelines
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis and interpret findings
• Produce manuscripts, reports, presentations, and plain-language summaries for public materials
• Manage project finances, including budget preparation, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Develop research proposals, work plans, timelines, and grant applications
• Supervise students, research assistants, and volunteers, providing leadership in systematic and scoping reviews
• Facilitate communication with project partners, knowledge users, and Patient Partners
• Lead the creation and maintenance of lab websites

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
• Minimum of 3 years of related research experience
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with NVivo and research ethics submission processes
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree in health or social sciences
• Experience with reference management software and database management
• Strong skills in summarizing, synthesizing, and presenting research results
• Experience conducting systematic reviews and online literature searches
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including Indigenous elders and marginalized communities
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills

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.