Student Research Assistant, Research Ambassador - Health Sciences

Please include the following:

- Douglas College Student ID number or indicate if you are enrolled in another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C.

Being eligible to work please indicate the work terms you are applying for:

If selected for an interview please bring one of the following:

1. Proof of enrollment for work term from Douglas College OR

2. Proof of enrollment for work term from another post-secondary institution OR

3. Domestic students only: proof of registration for the term immediately preceding the work term and indication of intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term 4. The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post- secondary institution in B.C. in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the institution in the term immediately following the work term.

Position Information

Salary Range $19.53/hour The Opportunity You're passionate about research and bringing new knowledge to the forefront alongside others who are just as driven as you are in their search for answers. Your curiosity fuels your learning, but where you really shine is your ability to collaborate with diverse groups like students, faculty experts and employees, and community partners.

If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Student Research Assistant position, and gain real-world research experience, while creating meaningful career connections. WHO WE ARE Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments. WHAT WE OFFER We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

For more benefits information,click here! WHAT IT TAKES The Student Research Assistant, Research Ambassador – Health Sciences is responsible for promoting and supporting research in the Faculty of Health Science. The Student Research Assistant, Research Ambassador – Health Sciences will achieve position outcomes through collaboration with the Health Sciences Research Coordinator, clinicians, researchers, students, and faculty members. • Participate in monthly research committee meetings. • Communicate with students currently involved in or interested in research and provide support as needed. • Organize events for faculty and students aimed at promoting health sciences research. • Advertise research opportunities within the health sciences and assist in the recruitment of research assistants when needed. • Create online research resources and videos. • Perform other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role you will need: • Interest in Health Sciences research • Familiarity with college scholarly resources • Excellent communication skills (written and oral) • Strong problem-solving • Able to organize multiple tasks and projects effectively • Detail-oriented • A strong ethic of accountability • Able to organize large amounts of data • Experience with Excel, SPSS, NViVO, EndNote and other research software preferred • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively

Domestic students must meet ONE of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant: • The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term; OR • The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term; OR • The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. throughout the work term

International students must meet ONE of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant: • The international student is enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College, throughout the academic year; OR • The international student, who is not a Douglas College student, but is an international student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C., has a valid Study Permit that has the notation – “May accept employment on or off campus if meeting eligibility criteria as per R186 (F), (V) or (W). Must cease working if no longer meeting these criteria.” Proof of enrollment in full-time studies from the other post-secondary institution is required.

An original copy of a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and an original Study Permit are required by law before commencing work at Douglas College.

Qualified Douglas College students meeting the above criteria will be given first preference over students of other qualifying institutions.

Additional Information The position is located at the Coquitlam campus. Hours of work: up to a maximum of 20 hours/week. The work terms for this position are:

This position will be located in the Research and Innovation department. Posting Number 02859SA Position Title Student Research Assistant, Research Ambassador - Health Sciences Anticipated Start Date 09/08/2026 End Date Needs a Criminal Records Check No

How To Apply

Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Maximum Number of References 3 Minimum Number of References 3 Equity Statement Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status. Important Note Please include the following: - Douglas College Student ID number or indicate if you are enrolled in another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. - Domestic or International student status Being eligible to work please indicate the work terms you are applying for: 1. Fall Semester 2026 – September 8, 2026 – December 19, 2026

If selected for an interview please bring one of the following: 1. Proof of enrollment for work term from Douglas College OR 2. Proof of enrollment for work term from another post-secondary institution OR 3. Domestic students only: proof of registration for the term immediately preceding the work term and indication of intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term

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