Student Info Support 3 (Gr5)

Student Info Support 3 (Gr5)

Job Summary:
Works collaboratively, in a variety of activities, to support the UBC Psychology Undergraduate program. Responsible for providing moderately complex advice and information to current and prospective students. Provides support for the Associate Director, Undergraduate Program.

Job ID: 36083
Location: Vancouver – Point Grey Campus
Employment Group: CUPE 2950 (Cler/Secr/Library)
Job Category: CUPE 2950 Student Info Support
Classification Title: Student Info Support 3 (Gr5)
Business Title: Student Info Support 3 (Gr5)
VP/Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Department: Psychology
Salary: $42,540.00 (Annual)
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Ongoing: Yes
Desired Start Date: 2019/12/16
Funding Type: Budget Funded
Closing Date: 2019/12/02
Available Openings: 1

Organizational Status:
Reports to Director, Administration. Works under the supervision of the Associate Director, Undergraduate Program, and Associate Head, Undergraduate Programs. Interacts primarily with UBC students, faculty, and other department staff.

Work Performed:

  • Responds to inquiries relating to the Psychology undergraduate programs.
  • Prioritizes, investigates and resolves moderately complex inquiries and refers more complex issues to the Associate Director.
  • Outlines departmental program requirements and policies.
  • Provides information to students with registration problems (e.g. reasons for blocked registration, advance placement students, course equivalencies).
  • Interprets and explains data presented in Degree Navigator; explains screens and fields to students.
  • Determines what documents students must provide and who to contact to obtain waivers or transfer credit.
  • Processes online departmental BNS admission applications.
  • Asks probing questions to determine what students really need.
  • Refers to advising resources, UBC Calendar, and SISC to form responses to inquiries.

Provides administrative support to Department HSP committee (student research subjects).

Enters and updates data in online teaching evaluation system. Raises apparent problems and suggests possible solutions. Runs and distributes report at the end of each term and as requested for special situations.

Assists with scheduling labs and tutorials. Books classroom and lab space, changes seat restrictions, adds instructor names, verifies room availability.

Schedules exams for undergraduate courses. Assists with assignment of invigilation/marking duties for final exams. Collects exams to be written by students with deferred standing or whose exams are handled by UBC Access and Diversity. Ensures these reach Access and Diversity and the instructors in a timely and secure manner.

Monitors use of and recommends updates to web-based material relating to the undergraduate programs in Psychology.

Provides information relating to undergraduate funding opportunities offered by the department, such as travel grants, awards and scholarships. Assists Undergraduate Awards Committee. Responds to inquiries related to student awards. Collects applications, calculates grade point averages using SISC, ensures applications are complete and are submitted prior to deadlines

Retrieves data and prepares reports using spreadsheets.

Provides back up to the main office and performs other duties related to the qualifications and requirements of the job.

Supervision Received:
Works independently under the supervision of the the Associate Director, Undergraduate Programs and Associate Head, Undergraduate Programs. Receives detailed instructions relating to new duties and thereafter only on new or unusual problems.

Supervision Given:
None.

Consequence of Error/Judgement:
Requires a thorough understanding of a wide range of policies. Information must be accurate and provided in a respectful and timely manner. Failing to understand fully a student’s request could result in a student being unable to register in a required course. Providing inaccurate grade point calculations to the awards committee could result in top students not receiving an award. Providing inappropriate or confidential information to unauthorized individuals could result in claims through FIPPA.

Qualifications:
High School graduation and 1 year post-secondary education. Undergraduate degree in a relevant field preferred. 3 years of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in a student service environment, such as Enrolment services, preferred. Knowledge of program requirements for a Psychology undergraduate program preferred. Computer experience required (Windows Office, Excel, SISC). Ability to communicate information and guidance accurately while remaining sensitive to a wide range of cultural and individual circumstances. Ability to listen actively and attentively, and obtain clarification as required. Ability to be thorough, accurate, and have a high level of attention to detail. Ability to compose moderately complex correspondence and prepare reports in clear concise business English. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.

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Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

To apply, visit UBC’s Human Resources website.

Register for the 2019 Lab Open House

Once again, the Department of Psychology is hosting a Lab Open House during Imagine UBC on Tuesday, September 3 from 2:30-4:00pm.

Last year 17 labs opened their doors for students and hundreds of students participated and built connections with faculty; this was one the most popular events! 

Lab Open House is a great opportunity to facilitate communication between labs and students. You can promote your research, connect with keen students and enhance your lab’s influence. Students will take a self-guided tour to explore labs.

This year, we will be providing clear maps and additional signage, so that even those labs in difficult-to-access locations can participate.

All you need to do is register, open your door from 2:30-4:00, and have someone there to introduce your lab to visitors. If you are interested in Lab Open House, please provide the following information to engage@psych.ubc.ca

  • Lab Name 
  • RA/Lab member(s) who will be on site
  • Contact Email
  • Room #
  • Activity (Optional)

 If you are interested but any of the above information is not confirmed at this time, please input TBA. 

We welcome all labs to join – whether you participated or not last year. 

Thank you,

Lerry Zhang
Department Work Learn Student
Imagine UBC 2019

Depression, Anxiety and Stress Lab

The Depression, Anxiety and Stress Lab is currently seeking volunteer research assistants to work on a research project looking at emotion processing.

Research assistant responsibilities include running experiments and interacting directly with participants recruited from the Human Subject Pool. This position requires a commitment of at least 6 hours a week for a minimum of two semesters. Previous research experience preferred.

Interested students should email their CV, unofficial transcript, and a completed copy of the attached DAS Lab Research Assistant application form to daslab@psych.ubc.ca

Assistant Professor, Clinical Psychology (Two positions)

This position is now closed.

The Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia–Vancouver campus invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the assistant professor level in clinical psychology, which will begin July 1, 2020.

Candidates must hold a PhD from an accredited clinical training program (including an APA- or CPA-accredited internship) before starting either position. They will also be required to obtain registration as a psychologist in the province of British Columbia once their formal appointments begin.

We are seeking applicants with strong research records who would enhance our research-oriented CPA-accredited doctoral program. The position is open with regard to clinical research specialization. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research complements existing strengths of our clinical program and bridges clinical psychology to other areas of the department (psych.ubc.ca/people). The successful candidates will be expected to maintain a program of scholarly research that leads to publication; conduct effective undergraduate and graduate teaching; provide effective clinical and research supervision; and contribute to departmental service.

The deadline for applications is October 1, 2019.

Applications are to be submitted online through the form at the following link: psyc.air.arts.ubc.ca/jobid34708

Applicants should upload the required documents in one PDF file by the deadline in this order: cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three publications. In their research statement, we encourage applicants to discuss their past and/or planned research approach in the context of ongoing discussion in the sciences about research practices, replicability, and open science. We also ask applicants to include a one-page statement about their experience working with a diverse student body and their contributions or potential contributions to creating/advancing a culture of equity and inclusion.

In addition, applicants should arrange to have at least three confidential letters of recommendation.

The positions are subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Assistant Professor, Developmental Psychology (Tenure-track)

This position is now closed.

The Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia–Vancouver campus invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in developmental psychology, which will begin July 1, 2020. Candidates must hold a PhD before starting the position.

We are seeking applicants with strong research records appropriate to a research-oriented doctoral program. We are looking for outstanding candidates in any area of developmental psychology, but we are particularly interested in candidates whose work focuses on language development, including perceptual and conceptual development. Applicants should have research interests that complement existing strengths in the department (psych.ubc.ca/people). We especially  encourage applications from candidates who use diverse methodologies (e.g., behavioural, computational, neuroimaging) and who can contribute to UBC’s Language Sciences Initiative (languagesciences.ubc.ca). The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a program of scholarly research that leads to publication; conduct effective undergraduate and graduate teaching and research supervision; and contribute to departmental service.

The deadline for applications is October 1, 2019.

Applications are to be submitted online through the form at the following link: psyc.air.arts.ubc.ca/jobid34709

Applicants should upload the required documents in one PDF file by the deadline in this order: cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three publications. In their research statement, we encourage applicants to discuss their past and/or planned research approach in the context of ongoing discussion in the sciences about research practices, replicability, and open science. We also ask applicants to include a one-page statement about their experience working with a diverse student body and their contributions or potential contributions to creating/advancing a culture of equity and inclusion.

In addition, applicants should arrange to have at least three confidential letters of recommendation.

The position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Smartphone and Sleep Study

UBC’s Social Health Lab is inviting individuals to participate in a study about smartphone use, well-being, and sleep.

We are searching for participants who have an Android smartphone and are either 14-18 or 50+ years old.

This study includes:

  • Two 30- to 40-minute sessions with a research assistant
  • Five 1-minute, daily surveys at home across 7 days
  • Participants will complete surveys, wear a sleep watch, and install a research app that monitors how they use their phones (this app will NOT monitor contacts or the content of conversation)
  • If you are 14-18, you will be given a $50 amazon gift card
  • If you are 50+ you will be given $75 cash

Participants can choose to meet at a coffee shop in Greater Vancouver that is convenient for them or at UBC Psychology’s Douglas T. Kenny Building. If participants choose to meet at a coffee shop, we will buy them a non-alcoholic drink.

Email us at smartphonestudy@psych.ubc.ca.

Learn more at blogs.ubc.ca/smartphoneandsleepstudy

 

Centre for Cognitive Development

Looking for Research Experience in Cognitive Psychology?

You’re in luck! We’re looking for Research Assistants to work with both adults and kids.

Like working with adults?

  • RAs are assigned to one of our projects investigating how language interacts with thought
  • You’d recruit and test adult subjects
  • Plus, learn about psychophysics, MATLAB, and computational modeling

Like working with kids?

  • We study the origins of language and abstract thought in young children.
  • You’d get experience recruiting participants
  • Running studies on 2 – 10 year-old children
  • Attend weekly lab meetings
  • Doing background readings.

Commitment is 10h/week for 2 semesters.

Interested? Awesome! Email us: ccd.joinus@ubc.ca and let us know if you’d prefer to work with adults or kids.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until September 15th, 2019.

Peer Relationships in Childhood Lab

Illustrator and Videographer needed for research at the Peer Relationships in Childhood Lab in the Department of Psychology.

The Peer Relationships Lab is designing an online interactive tutorial aimed at helping people use social media in more helpful and healthy ways.

The Lab is hiring an Illustrator and/or Videographer to make this tutorial as engaging and interesting as possible.

Expectations:

  • Illustrator: Creating cartoons, illustrations or animation depicting psychological concepts or social situations. (Approximately 10-15 illustrations)
    • Hours: Approximately 20 – $300
  • Videographer: Helping to plan videos; set up, operate, and adjust video and audio recording; editing videos. (Approximately 5 3-minute videos)
    • Hours: Approximately 30 – $450

To apply:

Please send (1) your CV; (2) samples of your work/portfolio; (3) your transcript to adrikhalis@pysch.ubc.ca.

 

 

Early Development Research Group Recruiter: Job ID 33485

Job ID: 33485
Location: Vancouver Campus
Employment Group: CUPE 116(Service/Techs/Trades)
Job Category: Research/Technical – CUPE 116
Classification Title: Research Asst/Tech 1
Business Title: EDRG Recruiter
VP/Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Department: Psychology
Salary: $20.95 (Hourly)
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Desired Start Date: 2019/04/29
Job End Date: 2020/04/30
Possibility of Extension: Yes
Funding Type: Grant Funded
Closing Date: 2019/04/23
Available Openings: 1

Job Summary
Works in the in the Department of Psychology for the Early Development Research Group (EDRG), which is comprised of six research centres: (1) the Social Cognitive Development Lab directed by Dr. Andrew Baron; (2) the K.I.D. Studies Centre directed by Dr. Susan Birch; (3) the Language Development Centre directed by Dr. Geoff Hall; (4) the Centre for Infant Cognition directed by Dr. Kiley Hamlin; (5) the Centre for Cognitive Development directed by Dr. Darko Odic; and (6) the Infant Studies Centre directed by Dr. Janet F. Werker. Oversees and coordinates the recruitment and booking of local families with children to participate in development studies across the EDRG. Takes responsibility for determining appropriate potential sources for participants; composing communication and promotional material; making public and internal presentations; entering data in the EDRG’s recruitment database; booking participants for studies; and communicating with the Coordinators of each Centre regarding database and booking protocols.

Organizational Status
Reports to the six EDRG Directors and is directly supervised by the Research Manager. Works closely with Lab Coordinators, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other research technicians. Oversees the work of undergraduate research assistants.

Work Performed

  • Recruits subjects for studies on infant and child development by calling families from an existing database to gather information and schedule participation times.
  • Coordinates all public information about the six Centres in the EDRG. Collects, updates, and formats text for brochures, newsletters, posters, and websites used for communicating with families and recruiting new families.
  • Mails out information and study results letters, and contacts community centres and other outreach organizations for sharing information about the EDRG.
  • Collects, enters and coordinates information about potential participants in an existing database.
  • Maintains up-to-date and comprehensive knowledge of the studies being carried out in the six Centres, as well as the needs for participants and scheduling concerns in order to book participants with maximal efficiency and fairness for all Centres. Attends some Centre meetings and discusses research goals with the researches and Directors of the Centres.
  • Provides basic training (e.g. one-on-one sessions, group workshops) and supervision to new lab members who may be involved with booking and data entry. Create and update protocols and manuals regarding recruiting and booking.
  • Assists with updating materials used in amendment requests and annual renewals for the UBC Behavioural Research Ethic Board.
  • Engages in some outreach activities for recruitment, including community fairs and events.
  • Updating recruitment protocols to reflect current procedures and practices.

Supervision Received
The employee will be under general supervision by the six EDRG Directors and by the Research manager, receiving instruction when new duties are assigned and when unusual problems arise. All text produced by the employee will be reviewed by the Directors and by the Behavioural Ethics Review Board of UBC before it is made public.

Supervision Given
The employee may oversee the work of undergraduate research assistants and volunteers.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Much of the work is performed according to clear procedures and monitored; however, some individual initiative is required. Errors may result in loss of data, participants or reputation, and the slowing down of productivity in the laboratory, or ethics approval being delayed.

Qualifications
High School graduation. Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Linguistics, or other related discipline preferred. Minimum of 1 year of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer experience required, with preference given to those with Mac and Linux experience and with knowledge of FileMaker Pro, HTML, and MySQL. Experience working with parents and infants, with children and with the public, and in giving public presentations would be assets for the position. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment. Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities and to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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Financial Proc. Spec 5 (Gr6): Job ID 33486

Job ID: 33486
Location: Vancouver Campus
Employment Group: CUPE 2950 (Cler/Secr/Library)
Job Category: CUPE 2950 Financial
Classification Title: Financial Proc. Spec 5 (Gr6)
Business Title: Financial Proc. Spec 5 (Gr6)
VP/Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Department: Psychology
Salary: $43,884.00 (Annual)
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Desired Start Date: 2019/05/01
Job End Date: 2019/09/30
Funding Type: Budget Funded
Other: Leave Replacement
Closing Date: 2019/04/23

Opportunity to join a large and diverse departmental administration office. Leave replacement position for May to end of September. Department is willing to train applicant who brings financial aptitude, proven customer service skills, and a willingness to work in a detail-oriented and fast-paced team environment.

Job Summary
Performs administrative and clerical duties of a complex nature in support of the department’s financial and administrative activities which involve over 100 research, endowment and operating grants. Reviews documentation and expense eligibility, enters data using FMS, advises faculty, staff and students on policies and procedures, resolves problems, reconciles ledgers and assists with budget preparation and year end reconciliations.

Organizational Status
Reports to the Director, Administration. Works under the direction of the Manager, Research Finances. Interacts primarily with faculty, staff and graduate students in Psychology. Works with staff at Research and Trust Accounting, Research Services, UILO, Supply Management, Payroll, and the Dean of Arts Office staff.

Work Performed

  • Prepares and enters financial transactions online using FMS (express vouchers, journal vouchers, travel claims) and verifies that transactions are completed. Completes purchase requisitions. Reviews vouchers submitted by faculty for appropriate documentation. Determines appropriate account coding and calculates taxes. Monitors expenditures for compliance with agency regulations and the availability of funding. Resolves most queries or errors independently.
  • Reconciles monthly ledger sheets, resolves problems with Financial Services, vendors, researchers, and staff from other departments. Brings significant discrepancies to the attention of grant holders.
  • Interprets and explains UBC, department and agency financial policies to researchers. Provides direction and advice on financial policies and practices to new faculty, graduate students and research assistants. Works with researchers to ensure they understand the reasons behind these practices.
  • Assists with creation and inactivation of PGs and with preparation of year-end financial statements. Collects and presents financial information for budget reports. Maintains various spreadsheets.
  • Tracks expenses, collects fees and prepares deposits.
  • Administers the UBC Professional Development Fund for faculty and travel subsidy programs for faculty and graduate and undergraduate students. Produces reports, responds to queries. Tracks balances and notifies faculty before entitlement expires.
  • Maintains department equipment inventory. Records equipment, liaises with grant holders to collect information, tracks invoices and warranties. Runs reports and handles recycling process for equipment.
  • Assists with updates to departmental financial control systems and prepares material for review during audits.
  • Maintains research, special purpose and operating grant financial records (e.g., transaction documents, grant forms, monthly ledger statements). Assists with requests to obtain documents. Maintains, archives and oversees confidential shredding of financial records.
  • Provides back-up support (e.g., processing student appointments) for other administrative positions when required and performs other duties appropriate to the classification.

Supervision Received
Works independently under the general supervision of the Manager, Research Finances. Takes initiative, resolves problems and determines an appropriate course of action independently. Work is subject to periodic audits.

Supervision Given
Provides guidance to research assistants by monitoring their work on financial matters, alerting them to potential and existing errors and assists in correcting them. Informs the Manager, Research Finances, when there are serious or repeat problems. Provides ongoing advice relating to UBC, to departmental and to multiple granting agency financial policies and practices.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Work procedures are governed by UBC, granting agency and department policies and practices. Individual sets priorities and methods for doing work and applies knowledge of these policies in making decisions. Work must be accurate and the individual must be able to identify existing and potential problems and demonstrate initiative, tact and good judgement in resolving them. Errors could increase financial risk, such as running grant deficits, and our ability to use funds effectively due to inaccurate data provided for budget projections.

Qualifications
High School graduation. Certificate in Accounting or Payroll CPA Level 1. 4 years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated knowledge of FMS and computerized accounting software required. Preference given to those accredited for FMS online access. Ability to use MS Office software effectively in a Mac environment. Demonstrated knowledge of UBC financial systems, policies and procedures an asset. Ability to analyze problems, identify key information and issues, and effectively resolve. Ability to enter, retrieve, correct, and interpret data in financial management system. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to anticipate problems and issues and plan ahead. Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to exercise sound judgment. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Click here to apply