Research Associate Methodologist

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Focusing on the two HELP Monitoring System tools, the position will participate in and contribute to HELP’s Early Years Program of Research in the following areas:

o Performing psychometric analyses on EDI and CHEQ data;
o Support the Implementation, Data Management and Analysis, Knowledge Translation and Reporting & Design teams providing expert guidance, ensuring integrity of data collection, analysis and reporting;
o Develop and submit peer-reviewed publications on EDI and CHEQ data;
o Develop new materials for presentations and other community/government engagement activities;
o Develop models and statistical procedures to explore the determinants of child development;
o Explore opportunities for incorporation of AI and machine learning into data analysis; and
o Support grant writing.

Candidates will hold a PhD in Statistics, Behavioural/Social Sciences, Psychometrics or Education Measurement and Data Analysis; Psychology; Sociology. Four or more years’ experience in a research environment and three years’ experience in statistical research and with experience in advanced statistical multi-level and longitudinal modeling techniques. As well, experience in using machine learning/AI and developing complex queries for data extraction and data manipulation; Familiarity with analyzing population health, administrative education and health datasets; Familiarity with theoretical frameworks on child development and/or social determinants of health issues is an asset.

Anticipated starting date of this position: April 1, 2025 or upon a date to be mutually agreed and ends March 31, 2026 (with the possibility of extension). The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000 per year.

Please apply through e-recruit at: https://ubc.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/ubcfacultyjobs and search for Job JR19618. An application package should include: detailed curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier, research plan, and names of four references.

For a detailed job description or further information, please contact: cheryl.rubuliak@ubc.ca
Human Resources & Administration Manager, Human Early Learning Partnership

Closing date: February 12, 2025

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We especially welcome applications from visible minority group members, women, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority and preference will be given to candidates with Indigenous ancestry.

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