Staff - Non Union Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job Profile Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 4 Job Title Health Research & Policy, Software Developer Department Wiens Laboratory | Department of Anesthesiology, Pharmacology & Therapeutics | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range $5,538.94 - $6,497.44 CAD Monthly Posting End Date August 20, 2026 Job End Date September 8, 2027 This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University. 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 primary focus of this position will be to support the Principal Investigator and multi-country research team in the design, development, and evaluation of digital tools that enable health research, inform policy, and advance equitable health outcomes. This role sits at the intersection of software development, usability research, and health policy, with a strong emphasis on inclusive, user-centered, and ethical technology. The incumbent will assist with the software development for multiple research projects for vital signs monitoring, data collection, and patient risk assessment. This includes assisting in the design, implementation, and maintenance of research software. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to shape the future of Global Health applications and make a meaningful impact. The research team focuses on a number of global health initiatives in newborn and child health coordinated centrally from the Department of Anesthesiology, Pharmacology & Therapeutics. The incumbent will work closely with researchers, clinicians, community partners, policy experts, designers, and senior engineers. 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.
Organizational Status The Institute for Global Health (IGH) brings together researchers at C&W;, UBC, and global partners to improve children’s and women’s health around the world. We are committed to innovation and strengthening local and international capacity through research education and partnerships. IGH is supported in collaboration with the Department of Anesthesiology, Pharmacology & Therapeutics, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology and many others.
Work Performed Develop,



design and test software applications, data pipelines, and dashboards used in pediatric clinical research and policy analysis
Integrate, clean and maintain health-related datasets, ensuring data quality, privacy, and responsible data stewardship
Implement data-driven or AI-enabled features under the guidance of senior technical staff
Document code, workflows, and technical decisions to support transparency, reproducibility, and knowledge sharing
Oversee and conduct usability testing and user research activities (e.g., interviews, surveys, usability testing sessions) with clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and community users
Research and determine the applicability of electronic medical record systems, and other applications that support pediatric research objectives in health facilities located in resource limited settings
Oversee the synthesis and progress of user feedback to identify usability issues, accessibility barriers, and opportunities for improvement
Provide instruction and training to designers and researchers to incorporate user-centered and accessibility-informed design principles into digital tools
Develop and iterate low- to mid-fidelity prototypes, wireframes, or user flows based on research findings
Apply an equity-oriented and inclusive lens to software development and user research, with attention to accessibility, cultural safety, and diverse user needs
Oversee and ensure the use of ethical and responsible AI practices, including awareness of bias, fairness, and transparency in data and algorithms
Work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams, translating research and policy needs into technical and usability requirements
Participate in team meetings, code reviews, and continuous learning activities
Engage respectfully with community and health system partners, valuing lived experience and diverse perspectives
Consequence of Error/Judgement The Senior Manager and/or Principal Investigator will monitor the work of the incumbent. Errors or incorrect decisions could potentially result in delays in completing the project or seriously compromise the quality of the research. In addition, if established protocols related to privacy, confidentiality, and safety are not followed confidentiality about sensitive information related to patients' personal health and experiences could be breached.
Supervision Received The incumbent will work under minimum supervision,



receiving specific instructions on unusual or complex problems, and exercising a considerable amount of autonomy, discretion, and initiative in determining work procedures and methods. This position will report to and be supervised by the Senior Managers and the Principal Investigators of the project. They, in conjunction with the investigative team, will provide direction to the incumbent.
Supervision Given This position may supervise a research assistants and trainees (RA Tech 3/work learn students) at a lower classification and have input into their performance evaluation.
Minimum Qualifications Completion of a university degree in a relevant discipline or technical program and a minimum four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Some positions may require a graduate degree.
Preferred Qualifications Proficient in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, R, and SQL
Experience developing Android mobile web apps using React Native, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML
Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control, testing, and documentation
Experience with UX research, usability, accessibility standards (WCAG), and human-centered design
Strong communication and collaboration skills in interdisciplinary and community-based teams
Experience with health data, mixed-methods research, evaluation frameworks, and applied AI/machine learning
Understanding of ethics, equity, and policy considerations in digital health and AI
Knowledge of web technologies, APIs, authentication, HTTPS, and security protocols
Experience with back-end development, databases, and contemporary web frameworks
Understanding of HCI, user-centered interaction design, and graphic design principles
Self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles
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.
If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at [email protected].

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📌 Health Research & Policy, Software Developer (British Columbia)
🏢 The University of British Columbia
📍 British Columbia