Research Assistant​/Technician

Job Title: Research Assistant/Technician 1

Department: Research | Baron | Department of Psychology

Compensation Range: $25.52 - $26.77 CAD Hourly

Posting End Date: January 15, 2026

Job End Date: August 31, 2026

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

With direction from the supervisor, will perform routine research tasks. Assists with coordinating research studies, maintaining supplies, performing experiments, and acquiring and recording data.

Works under the direction of the laboratory supervisor. Interacts with student researchers and other members of the research team.

• Assists in organizing, preparing and running experiments, including photocopying and preparing forms.
• Contacting and scheduling appointments with participants.
• Running participants through experimental procedures; recording test data. All components follow set lab protocols.
• Adheres to guidelines concerning the confidentiality and respectful treatment of results and participants.

The applicant will be expected to behave in a professional manner in carrying out all duties. Work will be checked by faculty supervisor on a regular basis. There are only limited opportunities for exercising judgement or making decisions in this position. Errors may potentially result in the loss of otherwise useful data for the laboratory and the waste of money used to pay participants, and the slowing down of productivity in the laboratory.

The lab director provides direct supervision. Written and/or verbal protocols for all procedures will be provided.

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• 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.

• Bachelor's degree in biological or psychological science preferred.
• Previous experience in experimental psychology laboratories, including running populations of subjects, particularly children.
• Computer experience required: MS Office, Adobe Suite, SPSS.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow established guidelines and protocols.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

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.