Research Assistant – Cancer Exercise & Physiotherapy Lab

isc.ubc.ca

Vancouver, BC, Canada
$4,567.04 - $5,385.67 cad monthly; not specified; ...
Exercise oncology research
Qualitative and quantitative research
Data collection and management
The Research Assistant will support exercise oncology research projects, assisting with the implementation of tailored referral support and behavior change programs for individuals with cancer

Job Summary

  • The Research Assistant will support exercise oncology research projects, assisting with the implementation of tailored referral support and behavior change programs for individuals with cancer.
  • Responsibilities include coordinating project implementation, supporting clinical research studies, managing data, and assisting with co-design and knowledge mobilization initiatives.
  • The role requires a strong background in research methodology, data handling, and an understanding of exercise and/or behavior change strategies, with supervisory responsibilities for volunteers.

Matching Summary

The Research Assistant will support exercise oncology research projects, assisting with the implementation of tailored referral support and behavior change programs for individuals with cancer.

Salary

$4,567.04 - $5,385.67 CAD Monthly; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • exercise oncology research
  • qualitative and quantitative research
  • data collection and management
  • recruitment and screening
  • supervising volunteers
  • knowledge mobilization initiatives

Nice-to-have

  • respecting diverse perspectives
  • enhancing awareness of equity
  • working under pressure
  • attention to detail and accuracy
  • discretion, tact and confidentiality

Key Requirements

  • University degree or technical program completion
  • Minimum three years of related experience
  • Undergraduate degree in kinesiology or psychology preferred
  • 3 years research assistant/exercise professional experience preferred
  • Experience with exercise programming preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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