Job Title Research Assistant/Technician 1-1 Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job Profile Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 1 Department Azar Laboratory | Department of Psychiatry | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range $26.83 - $29.42 CAD Hourly 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. Azar's research lab at Vancouver General Hospital's Complex Pain and Addiction Service (CPAS) and UBC Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, conducts clinical and translational research focusing on the development and evaluation of novel opioid agonist treatment protocols and medical devices to improve the health outcomes for patients with mental health and substance use disorders.

The Research

Assistant/Tech 1 will provide routine research support for clinical research studies within Dr. Azar's research lab. The position will primarily assist with participant recruitment, survey administration, data collection, and maintenance of research records.

Working under the direction of the Study Coordinator and according to established study protocols, the Research Assistant will interact with research participants, assist with study procedures, collect and enter data, and complete other routine research-related tasks as assigned. The position requires professionalism, sensitivity, confidentiality, attention to detail, and the ability to follow established research and clinical-site procedures. Assists with routine recruitment and data collection for an approved clinical research study involving individuals with opioid use disorder.

Administers study surveys and questionnaires according to standardized study procedures. Provides routine assistance to participants completing study questionnaires,



including clarifying survey instructions using approved procedures when required. Records study information accurately and maintains research-related records according to established protocols.

Enters and verifies research data in approved study databases and data collection systems. Assists with the organization and preparation of study materials required for participant recruitment and data collection. Maintains participant privacy and confidentiality and follows established procedures for handling research information.

May perform basic literature searches and other routine research tasks as directed. Work is performed according to established research protocols and detailed instructions. Errors in recruitment documentation, survey administration, data entry, or maintenance of research records may affect data quality, participant confidentiality, or the integrity of the research study.

Supervision Received The Research

Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Study Coordinator and in accordance with detailed oral and written instructions, established study protocols, and applicable UBC and VCH policies and procedures. Routine duties are carried out under general supervision.

The Research

Assistant is expected to seek guidance from the Study Coordinator when situations arise outside established procedures.

Supervision Given

High school graduation and a minimum one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one's own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion Previous research experience, including participant recruitment, survey administration, data collection, or data entry, is an asset.





Experience working directly with patients, research participants, or individuals from diverse or underserved populations is an asset.

Experience or interest in mental health, substance use, addiction medicine, or clinical research is an asset.

Experience working in a hospital, healthcare, or clinical research environment is an asset. Ability to interact with research participants in a respectful, skilled, non-judgmental, and sensitive manner. Ability to follow standardized research protocols and detailed oral and written instructions.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive participant and research information. Ability to accurately maintain records and enter research data. Ability to work effectively both independently on assigned routine tasks and as part of a research team.

Reliable, responsible, and able to attend scheduled in-person research shifts at VGH. 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, creative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence.

An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.

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. however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

📌 Research Assistant/Technician 1-1 (Vancouver)
🏢 University of British Columbia
📍 Vancouver