Research Associate – Neurology (Parkinson’s)

About the role

The University of British Columbia is seeking a full‑time Research Associate to join the Cresswell Laboratory within the Pacific Parkinson's Research Centre. The role supports a fixed‑term leave replacement and may be extended based on performance and funding.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research projects focused on Parkinson’s disease, including lifestyle interventions, biomarker studies, and data registries.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation and grant development to secure external funding.
• Provide advice, supervision, and functional direction to undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate trainees as well as laboratory staff.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the Appel‑Cresswell lab, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Liaise with the Borgland Family Brain and Tissue DNA Bank and other collaborating labs at UBC and external institutions.

Required profile

• Direct reporting to Principal Investigator Dr. Silke Appel‑Cresswell.
• Experience working in a research laboratory environment and ability to supervise trainees.
• Strong communication skills for interaction with staff, trainees, and external partners.

Required skills

What we offer

• Annual salary of $76,128 (CAD) for a full‑time position.
• Fixed‑term contract with the possibility of extension.
• Opportunity to work in a nationally and internationally recognized neurology division.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.