Research Program Coordinator

Staff - Union

Job Category

CUPE 116

Job Profile

CUPE 116 Salaried - Research Assistant / Technician 4

Job Title

Research Program Coordinator

Department

Research Y. Abdin Department of Materials Engineering Faculty of Applied Science

Compensation Range

$5439.00 - $5910.00 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

February 4 2026

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

Job End Date

March 6 2027

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 Department of Materials Engineering at UBC is home to innovative research in advanced materials and sustainable technologies. The Advanced Composite Materials and Structures Group led by Dr. Yasmine Abdin is seeking a Research Program Coordinator to support ongoing research that drives innovation in fibers and structural and functional composites.

This role provides operational financial and research coordination support for a collaborative lab environment. The Coordinator will serve as the central link between technical activities financial tracking internal lab processes and grant development. The ideal candidate will bring a balance of organizational skills research awareness and administrative capability to help the lab function efficiently and grow strategically.

This position requires occasional evening work and availability as an emergency contact.

This is a one year position with the possibility of an extension to a second year.

Organizational Status

Reports to Dr. Yasmine Abdin

Work Performed

Research Program Coordination

• Supports project planning and implementation across research activities including coordination of timelines deliverables and reporting requirements.
• Coordinates the preparation of technical and financial reports grant applications and data summaries by consolidating input from multiple researchers; ensures timely submission to funding agencies and collaborators.
• Maintains organized documentation for ongoing research activities lab resources collaborations and reporting workflows.
• Develops effective communication protocols with researchers and collaborates to provide relevant project updates regarding budget and project milestones.
• Supports compliance with funding agency and institutional requirements including technical reporting milestone tracking and policy adherence.

Financial and Operational Administration

Lab Infrastructure and Support

Administrative and Strategic Support

Consequence of Error / Judgement

Must work independently and exercise sound and informed judgment diplomacy and decision-making. Errors could seriously jeopardize the public and government credibility of the Department the Faculty and the University.

Supervision Received

Supervised by Dr. Yasmine Abdin

Supervision Given

May supervise granduate and undergraduate students as well as lower level technicians.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Project / Program Management,Program Management,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Organizational skills,Data Collection,Meeting Facilitation,Utilization Review,Administrative Experience,Program Development,Public Speaking,Supervising Experience,Social Work

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 5439 - 5910