Research Assistant in Healthy Aging

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada University of British Columbia Full time

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 1

Job Title

Research Assistant in Healthy Aging (Research Technician 1; Pay Grade 2)

Department

Liu-Ambrose Laboratory | Department of Physical Therapy | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$3,579.58 - $3,929.83 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

March 5, 2023

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

Job End Date

Sept 6, 2023

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

Organizational Status

Reports directly and daily to the Lab Research Coordinator and weekly to program Director (Teresa Liu-Ambrose).

Work Performed
- Based on established eligible criteria, recruit and screen older participants with multiple co-morbidities, with a specific focus on those with a history of falls and/or mild cognitive impairment and/or stroke and/or cardiovascular diseases and/or hip fracture
- Assist with the creation and management of analytical data research files collection, using platforms such as REDCap, for confidential data research files
- Collect data and enter data with direct supervision from the Director and Lab Research Coordinator using preset forms and databases; will be responsible for accuracy/validity of data entered as well as proper storage of physical files
- Liaises with research participants to develop relationships that is positive and informative
- Make telephone calls on a monthly basis to collect data; every effort must be made to ensure the timeliness of these phone calls
- Organize and communicate with various parties to book, acquire, and process blood samples and saliva samples, when required
- Liaises and coordinates with all members of the research team to complete tasks with efficiency and accuracy
- Assist the Director in activities relating to lab management, such as tracking inventory and supplies, ordering supplies, paying invoices, filing receipts, organizing files, and assist with updating core documents
- Assist in intervention classes (e.g., exercise classes, education seminars) delivered by the research lab for older adults under the supervision of the lead instructors
- Assist in knowledge dissemination activities, including preparing end of study result packages, assisting in the organization of speaker series and public talks
- Conduct basic literature searches under direct supervision
- Assist in manuscript preparation by verifying accuracy of data entered and confirming data values
- Run preset experiments or tasks as requested by the Director
- With training, analyse data acquired from wearables
- Assist with the supervision of undergraduate volunteers or student research assistants

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Inappropriate judgement would greatly compromise the quality of research studies and related data acquisition and the reporting of research outcomes.

Inappropriate judgement also could compromise the safety and wellbeing of the participants.

Inappropriate judgement would compromise research success and affect the credibility of the Principal Investigator.

Poor financial decisions would affect the ability of the Unit to manage its resources effectively that would result in research projects being delayed or cancelled altogether.

Supervision Received

Works independently in consultation with the Director of the research program on a regular basis and with the Lab Research Coordinator on a daily basis.

Supervision Given

Responsible for training and supervising undergraduate students/volunteers for recruitment (i.e., telephone screening) and data collection purposes.

Responsible for contributing to ensuring a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for research participants during the delivery of behaviour interventions (e.g., exercise classes) and during assessments.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation and a minimum one year 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

Strong preference will be given to those with previous research experience in geriatrics, cognitive aging, and falls prevention OR volunteer experience in rehabilitation centres, clinic, or relevant organizations.

Minimum of 1 year of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be able to work in-person on health

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