Research Assistant/Technician 2-2

Staff - Non Union Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job Profile Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 2 Job Title Research Assistant/Technician 2-2 Department Woodward Laboratory | Department of Psychiatry | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range $26.67 - $31.73 CAD Hourly Posting End Date May 18, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date May 31, 2027 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 Summary The Research Technician 2 will perform a variety of activities involved in conducting research studies in the area of Psychosis and Schizophrenia. This primarily involves administering cognitive tasks, interviews, and basic psychological measures on individuals with and without psychosis, but may also involve recruiting. The use of SPSS, Excel and Internet applications to organize code and enter data such as psychiatric interviews, cognitive tasks, intelligence measures, and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) tasks will also be required. Additionally, this position requires consultation with the lab coordinator and Principal Investigators. Organizational Status This position is based out of University of British Columbia, Department of Psychiatry, in Vancouver and works as part of Dr. Todd Woodward and Dr. Mahesh Menon’s research team. The position reports to and is supervised by the Dr. Todd Woodward and Dr. Mahesh Menon, and the lab research coordinator. The research projects involve the collection and analysis of data, including functional brain imaging results, cognitive psychology and symptom ratings on patient and healthy populations to better understand the symptoms of psychosis. The data collection will take place in the Brain Dynamics laboratory at the University of British Columbia, Department of Psychiatry, as well as the High Field Imaging Laboratory at UBC, and various community mental health agencies. Data processing (data entry and analysis) will be carried out at Children’s Hospital or UBC. Transportation within the Metro Vancouver Region is required for this position. Work Performed o Primarily conduct interviews with patients including the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI), Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS-6), and Brief Negative Symptom Scale (BNSS), and administer cognitive task testing with outpatients including the Wechsler Abbreviated Scale of Intelligence (WASI-II), the Hopkins Verbal Learning Test (HVLT), Digit Symbol Substitution Test and the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI). o Administer cognitive tasks using the fMRI with participants with and without psychosis through fMRI Tasks at UBC MRI Research Facility. o Recruit, screen, schedule and test research participants with and without mental illnesses. o Schedule research appointments with participants, research staff and MRI technologists. o Maintain lab petty cash accounts. o Liaise with mental health groups and practitioners at various hospitals and community organizations to recruit study participants. o Recruitment involves regularly travelling throughout various health facilities and post-secondary institutions in the lower maintain to distribute posters and brochures relating to various studies. o Give recruitment presentations to mental health groups about lab research projects for recruitment purposes including creating PowerPoint slides, and presenting to mental health teams ranging from 20-30 people throughout the lower mainland. o Create and enter the collected data into data sheets in Excel and SPSS, as well as the online databases such as REDCap. o Coordinate and schedule appointments with participants and research staff. o Prepare various lab training manuals and protocols. o Prepare Lab finances reimbursement, including requisitions for participant testing, withdrawing cash for participant testing, lab credit card expenses, staff reimbursement, and conferences. o Lab maintenance and management. Consequence of Error/Judgement When working with individuals affected by mental illness and other people participating in research, it is always essential that one exercises good decision-making to ensure the safety and security of both the employee and the affected individual. This position requires the ability to make sound decisions regarding situations that may place the employee or their participant in an emotionally, psychologically or physically compromising position. Work is subject to review by Principal Investigator and/or lab Research Coordinator. This position requires the ability to determine eligibility for studies, some of which require MRI scanning. It is essential that both psychiatric and non-psychiatric participants are screened according to ethical standards and given adequate information so they can make an informed decision about their participation in research. It is also essential to adequately screen potential participants to ensure safe entry into the magnetic field. Supervision Received Day-to-day supervision by Primary Investigators and lab coordinator. 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 Ability to work in a respectful and professional manner with research subjects. Exceptional interpersonal communications skills. Knowledge of scientific terminology and research methodology. Proficiency with computer applications such as word processing and spreadsheet software (SPSS, Microsoft Word, Excel), and internet applications and tools. Experience with data analysis and organization. Well-developed skills in data coding and data entry. Ability to handle confidential materials appropriately. Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary research team. Transportation within the Metro Vancouver Region is required for this position. The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together? Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. 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