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Research Assistant/Technician 4
Posted on Nov. 22, 2024
- Vancouver, Canada
- 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
Staff - Non Union
Work Performed
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Accuracy, timeliness, and sound judgement are required to maximize the effectiveness of projects. The individual will need to exercise independent judgement, feel comfortable working with a diverse team, and conduct themselves in a professional and ethical manner at all times. Any errors may seriously impact the reputation of the Faculty and University, compromising research credibility, and jeopardize longstanding and newly formed partnerships critical for success.
Supervision Received
Required to work independently on a day-to-day basis according to broadly established guidelines. The position requires a strong candidate capable of setting their priorities within a given framework, and working within agreed-upon milestones and timelines
Supervision Given
The Knowledge Mobilization and Project Coordinator is not responsible for the management of any staff; however, they may be required to formally train and orient new staff, students, and faculty.
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.
Job Category
Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants
Job Profile
Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 4
Job Title
Research Assistant/Technician 4
Department
Campbell Laboratory | Department of Physical Therapy | Faculty of Medicine
Compensation Range
$5,220.98 - $6,124.46 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date
December 7, 2024
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Dec 31, 2025
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 Cancer Exercise & Physiotherapy Lab (CEPL) is led by principal investigator Dr. Kristin Campbell, and is world-leading research program focused on innovative research that aims to improve how rehabilitation and survivorship care is delivered for people following a cancer diagnosis. We’re looking for a Knowledge Mobilization and Project Coordinator to join our team.
Project Coordination: You will work closely with the PI and Research Manager to drive the deliverables of the projects in the lab, specifically a project on dissemination of knowledge products related to exercise for people living with bone metastases and assist with the collection and interpretation of dissemination outcomes.
Knowledge Mobilization: Together, with our interdisciplinary team, you will plan and craft innovative ways to share what we do, how we do it, and why it is important. You will work at the interface between patient partners, and scientific, clinical and knowledge translation experts to create content and develop strategies that will enhance the uptake of research findings and processes to improve patient care.
Our ideal candidate is someone who has experience in applying the science of knowledge translation (model, theories and frameworks); can assist with selecting the appropriate knowledge translation approach for the situation; can cut through the jargon and create clear, compelling and insightful knowledge mobilization products, tools and resources; who enjoys cultivating new partnerships for collaboration; and who can find a balance in waterfall, agile and hybrid work environments. Experience with quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis
Organizational Status
Organizational Status
Project Coordination: You will report directly to Dr. Kristin Campbell and the CEPL Research Manager, as well as work closely with research staff and trainees in the CEPL.
Knowledge Mobilization: You will report directly to Dr. Kristin Campbell and Dr. Sarah Neil-Sztramko, who is an implementation scientist and co-PI of the knowledge mobilization project(s). You will also work closely with the postdoctoral fellow supporting the project, as well as research staff and other trainees in the CEPL.
Work Performed
Project Coordination:
- Supporting project administration and coordination; including setting milestones, organizing meetings with patient partners, collaborators and knowledge users, as well as, monitoring project progress, and preparing meeting minutes, status reports, expense forms, and other project documents
- Coordinate implementing projects in alignment with established project goals and objectives
- Supporting the development of project reports, presentations, materials and resource documents
- Providing on-going support and builds rapport with partners and collaborators
- Acting as the point of contact with project collaborators, knowledge users, and patient partners.
- Keeping project participants informed of project progress through regular communication (reports, newsletters, emails).
Knowledge Mobilization:
- Supporting aspects of knowledge synthesis (literature and scoping reviews).
- Developing tailored messaging unique to target audiences, and when appropriate, applying concepts of plain and inclusive language.
- Co-developing Terms of Reference with patient partner committees and groups.
- Supporting quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis and reporting of knowledge translation outcomes for scientific reporting (i.e., assist with conducting qualitative interviews, quantitative data analysis and drafting manuscripts)
- Engaging knowledge users throughout the life cycle of projects and initiatives to identify knowledge needs and gaps, develop and implement plans in response, and iteratively improve tools and resources based on feedback
- Developing and delivering creative knowledge mobilization products, tools and resources through a collaborative and iterative process. Includes general public, patient and healthcare provider-facing materials and resources, evidence-based reports, reports for funders, government and policy makers, training and educational materials, presentations and webinars and videos
- Developing an in-depth understanding and interconnectedness of the team’s work, positioning and strategic objectives
- Collaborating with the project team to implement knowledge mobilization initiatives using various platforms: social media, print, digital print, video, ebulletin, workshops, and others
- Maintaining up to date internal database of project activities and contact details of stakeholder groups for knowledge mobilization and communication
- Maintaining regular communication and supports information and knowledge sharing with project partners, collaborators and knowledge users
- Supporting Communities of Practices for internal and external partners, collaborators and knowledge users
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Accuracy, timeliness, and sound judgement are required to maximize the effectiveness of projects. The individual will need to exercise independent judgement, feel comfortable working with a diverse team, and conduct themselves in a professional and ethical manner at all times. Any errors may seriously impact the reputation of the Faculty and University, compromising research credibility, and jeopardize longstanding and newly formed partnerships critical for success.
Supervision Received
Required to work independently on a day-to-day basis according to broadly established guidelines. The position requires a strong candidate capable of setting their priorities within a given framework, and working within agreed-upon milestones and timelines
Supervision Given
The Knowledge Mobilization and Project Coordinator is not responsible for the management of any staff; however, they may be required to formally train and orient new staff, students, and faculty.
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.
- 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
- Graduate degree in a related discipline is preferred but project management, proficiency and experience in knowledge mobilization are most important.
- Ability to generate and transform creative ideas into inspiring and compelling communications activities, materials and messaging.
- Exceptional presentation, verbal and written communication skills to prepare a wide range of products and help stakeholders understand evidence/data.
- Proficient computer skills including the ability to use various applications to build knowledge mobilization products and resources.
- Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience and proficiency in data collection and analysis including software for quantitative (e.g., SPSS or R) and qualitative (e.g., NVivo, Dedoose) data
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite of computer software, WordPress, SharePoint, Zoom, Canva, and other applications.
- Formal training and/or experience in patient-oriented research and familiarity with principles of trauma and resiliency informed practice (TRiP) and health literacy.
- Experience in creating videos and infographics considered an asset.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to engage and work with diverse stakeholders including patient and family partners, healthcare providers, policy makers and government.
- Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, including community members and marginalized populations.
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