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Research Assistant/technician 1

4 months ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time
Staff - Non UnionJob CategoryNon Union Technicians and Research AssistantsJob ProfileNon Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 1Job TitleResearch Assistant/Technician 1DepartmentTanentzapf Laboratory | Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences | Faculty of MedicineCompensation Range$3, $4,375.79 CAD MonthlyPosting End DateJune 1, 2024

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

Job End Date

Jun 3, 2025

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 Dr. Tanentzapf Laboratory, in the Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, at the University of British Columbia will be looking to hire a Research Assistant/Technician 1 to join the team. The laboratory uses cutting edge genetics, imaging, molecular and quantitative approaches to understand how cell junctions contribute to the development and maintenance of tissues.

Organizational Status:

The Research Assistant will report directly to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Tanentzapf.

Work Performed:

  • Research in the field of Drosophila genetics and molecular biology.
  • Assist with fly media preparation and Drosophila stock maintenance for the lab.
  • Perform well established Drosophila experiments including: larval dissection, immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, image quantification and PCR

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 direct supervision in accordance with detailed oral or written instructions; routine duties are carried out under general supervision.

Supervision Given:

None but may explain work sequences to others.

Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation and a minimum one year 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

Preferred qualifications include;

  • B.Sc. degree in molecular or cellular biology is preferred.
  • Laboratory experience
  • Research experience in Drosophila
  • Practical experience with Drosophila genetics and handling, matlab, PCR, micro dissections and confocal imaging
  • Practical knowledge of cell biology and organelles.
  • Knowledge of the Drosophila lymph glands and immune system
  • Knowledge of the Drosophila nervous system including gustatory receptors

The ideal applicant will also have excellent written and oral presentation skills