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Research Assistant/technician 2

3 months ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time
Staff - Non UnionJob CategoryNon Union Technicians and Research AssistantsJob ProfileNon Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 2Job TitleResearch Assistant/Technician 2DepartmentCiernia Laboratory | Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | Faculty of MedicineCompensation Range$ $31.73 CAD HourlyPosting End DateAugust 8, 2024

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

Job End Date

Aug 31, 2025

This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.

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 Laboratory of Dr. Annie Ciernia, in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medicine, at the University of British Columbia will be looking to hire a Research Assistant/Technician 2 to join the team. This will be an hourly appointment beginning September 1, 2024.

Organizational Status
The Research Assistant will report directly to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Annie Ciernia.

Work Performed

  • Assists with conducting or running experiments or research work by performing specific assigned tasks, such as sectioning, staining and imaging brains.
  • Utilizing standard techniques and protocols performs various technical tasks. Assists in performing more complex tasks, such as RNA isolations.
  • Performs ordering, invoicing, and Workday reconciliation of accounts.
  • Track orders, returns and other general administration duties related to ordering, inventory and invoicing.
  • Assists in analyzing and interpreting experiment results or research data by performing tasks, such as, assembly, compilation and summary of statistical and other data.
  • Operates, maintains and troubleshoots problems with standard equipment.
  • Organizes laboratory and stock, maintains inventory and distributes supplies.
  • Prepares and/or maintains media, buffer, reagents, solutions, cultures and related material for routine laboratory use.
  • May distribute work assignments to employees at lower classification levels and initiate new employees into routines, procedures and operation of equipment.
  • Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Failure to maintain a high standard of work with consistent communication between team members and the supervisors will result in delays and quality of research output, which may impact the working conditions, reputation, and funding for the research group and UBC

Supervision Received
Works under general supervision in carrying out familiar phases of duties and responsibilities; receives instructions during orientation and on subsequent new assignments or changes in procedures.

Supervision Given
May distribute work assignments to employees at lower classification levels and initiate new employees into routines, procedures and operation of equipment.

Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation, some additional training in a related field and a minimum two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one's own

Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one's own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience with maintaining day-to-day operations in the lab. Competency in invoicing and payment reconciliation on Workday. High degree of motivation, enthusiasm, organization, and initiative. Ability to work independently and with other lab personnel. Effective oral and written communication.