Posted: June 24, 2026
Research Assistant, Pediatric Neurology - UBC, Vancouver is listed at UBC in Vancouver, BC. The Beaver Board aggregates this opening from the employer's career page — apply using the button below to reach the official application. Browse more jobs at UBC.
This Research Assistant position at UBC in Vancouver focuses on supporting pediatric neurology studies. Key duties include reviewing patient charts, completing case report forms, and performing electronic data entry. Candidates should possess exceptional organizational skills and a minimum of two years of related experience. The role reports to a Principal Investigator and Research Director, contributing to vital medical research.
This dynamic Research Assistant opportunity at the University of British Columbia (UBC) Hospital Site in Vancouver, BC, offers a chance to contribute significantly to the field of pediatric neurology. The primary focus of this role involves meticulous chart review, accurate completion of Case Report Forms (CRFs), and precise electronic data entry for various neurology studies, with a particular emphasis on neuromuscular diseases in children. This position is integral to the smooth operation of research initiatives, ensuring that all data is handled with the utmost care and according to ethical guidelines and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). The successful candidate will work closely with a dedicated team, including the Principal Investigator, research director, nurses, and clerical staff, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at advancing medical understanding. This is a one-year position with the possibility of extension, offering a valuable career path in medical research within the administration category at UBC.
The Research Assistant will undertake a comprehensive range of duties essential to the success of ongoing pediatric neurology research. Responsibilities include designing spreadsheets and entering data, maintaining and organizing study patient logs, case report forms, and other important project related files. A crucial aspect of the role involves patient interaction, such as calling families of enrolled patients to arrange follow-up visits, ensuring continuity in long-term studies. Furthermore, the assistant is responsible for maintaining appropriate regulatory documentation and reporting on Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events through established communication and documentation channels. Regular review of data results with the principal investigators is also a key task, contributing directly to the analysis and interpretation of study findings. The ability to work independently while adhering to the supervision of the Principal Investigator(s) and Research Director is paramount, ensuring all research activities are conducted with integrity and precision.
Candidates for this Research Assistant role should possess a high school graduation along with some additional training in a related field, complemented by a minimum of two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An undergraduate degree is preferred, demonstrating a strong foundational knowledge for this research-intensive position. Exceptional communication and organizational skills are highly valued, alongside good computer literacy, particularly with MSWord, Excel, and Access, which are essential for data management and reporting. The role demands a high degree of motivation, enthusiasm, and initiative, enabling the individual to effectively manage activities within the Division of Pediatric Neurology. UBC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce, and applicants should demonstrate a willingness to respect diverse perspectives and a commitment to enhancing their awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a leading academic and research institution, potentially distributing work assignments to employees at lower classification levels and initiating new employees into routines, procedures, and operation of equipment as experience is gained under the guidance of the research director and principal investigator.
