Research Asst/Tech 2 - Nephrology

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2

Job Title

Research Asst/Tech 2 - Nephrology

Department

Blydt-Hansen Laboratory | Department of Paediatrics | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$4,463.88 - $5,310.28 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

July 14, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

August 31, 2027

This position is subject to the satisfactory completion of required background checks.

Note: Only the Full Time Compensation Range is displayed on the job posting details advertised on the UBC Career sites.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. 

Job Description Summary

The Research Assistant will facilitate the smooth running of multiple studies (both single-center and multi-center) within the division of Nephrology and the Multi Organ Transplant Program. Some of the ongoing studies you will participate in include studies on organ transplantation, chronic kidney disease, and screening for mental health concerns, adherence and quality of life. The RA will assist with various study phases, including initial study set-up, patient recruitment, specimen sample collection, as well as data collection and analysis.

Organizational Status

The RA reports directly to the study principal investigator, but will also work in association with other research and clerical staff involved on the projects. The research coordinator is responsible for day to day management of projects, and will provide direction to the RA.

Work Performed

The Research Assistant will participate in the following areas with the expectation that as work experience and knowledge increases, duties will become more diversified. 

Office:

• Assist with scheduling and preparing materials for study visits
• Contact patients and families regarding study visits
• Assist with preparing UBC research ethics applications, including all associated study documents required for ethics approval
• Collect data from multiple source materials, including health charts and online databases
• Develop and maintain study databases on electronic platforms such as RedCap
• Maintain up-to-date records of sample shipments and study expenditures
• Attend study-specific team calls/ meetings as scheduled
• May assist with data analysis using statistical programs such as SPSS
• May assist with project grant applications for funding
• Other office duties as required

Laboratory:

• Prepare study sample kits for scheduled clinic visits
• Collect study samples from participants during scheduled clinic visits, or coordinate the collection of study samples with lab services
• Processing, storage and retrieval of study samples according to standard operating procedures
• Coordinate the shipment of study samples to collaborating labs

Clinic:

• Work effectively and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary clinical/research environment
• Actively screen and recruit potential participants in outpatient clinics/ inpatient wards
• Collect data from patients at study visits
• Administer questionnaires
• Assist with clinic/ laboratory supply maintenance and re-stocking
• Communicate and build rapport with participants, families, and various members of a multi-disciplinary clinic team

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine tasks. Failure to do so with due diligence could impede study progress and compromise samples that require a large number of resources to prepare, store and analyze.

Supervision Received

The study principal investigator/ research coordinator will provide supervision for the initial period of employment while techniques are learned. Once trained, the individual should be able to work with basic supervision. Help will always be available for problem solving and guidance.

Supervision Given

None

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation, some additional training in a related field and a minimum two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own.
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to individuals with post-secondary education in Science or Health. Previous medical experience and/ or Pediatric experience will be preferred. Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively. Must be detail-orientated and possess strong organizational skills. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft office. Experience with databases, proficiency with REDCap, and some experience in a laboratory would be an asset.