Research Technician

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada University of British Columbia Full time

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 4

Job Title

Research Technician

Department

Research | Leslie | Michael Smith Laboratories | Faculty of Science

Compensation Range

$4,558.75 - $5,354.67 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

March 20, 2023

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

Job End Date

Mar 31, 2024

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

Organizational Status

Reports to the Principal Investigator. Communicates regularly with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers, and industry partners including ScopeSys Inc.

Work Performed
- Conducts specialized fluorescence microscopy experiments using single-molecule CLiC methodology
- Runs fluorescence assays using a microplate reader
- Designs and performs experiments. This could include the structural analysis of DNA/RNA oligomers; fluorescence labeling; biophysical assays; nanofabrication and lithography; and surface chemistry and passivation treatments.
- Fabricates arrays of nanowells on glass substrates for use in trapping single molecules in CLiC microscopy. This includes using micro/nanofabrication equipment in a clean room.
- Develops novel techniques and methodologies to achieve research goals
- Analyzes experiment results and troubleshoots problems as needed
- Searches, reviews and determines the applicability of new technology and protocols related to work
- Documents and communicates experimental plans and results in different formats and timescales, from weekly research meetings to contributing to scientific manuscripts
- Maintains a clean and orderly working environment in the lab
- Assists the lab manager in performing tasks such as lab organization, purchasing supplies and procurement of small 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

Attention to detail and exercising judgment is required. The Technician will be responsible for reporting errors or problems in their work in a timely manner, and participate in a resolution to correct those

errors. Improperly conducted procedures may warrant the repetition of experiments affecting the timeline of the research project and wasting of resources.

Supervision Received

Reports to the Principal Investigator. Works under minimum supervision, receiving specific instructions only on unusual problems or on matters which depart significantly from established policy and procedure. Meets regularly with the project team to discuss progress and direction.

Supervision Given

The Technician will work as part of a team. May have joint responsibility for supervising and training more junior personnel.

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.
- 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

Bachelor’s degree in the field of physics, biophysics, biomedical engineering. Demonstrated experience in biophysics, surface science, data analysis, coding, microscopy. Experience with MATLAB or another programming language. Experience with micro/nanofabrication techniques such as photolithography, thin film deposition, and reactive ion etching in a clean room environment is a plus.

**Skills**:

- Ability to run a fluorescence microscope and interpret corresponding data
- Analyze and understand fluorescence data using in-house developed software solutions
- Develop, improve and maintain data analysis code
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize and present technical data
- Demonstrated ability to independently plan and execute experiments
- Demonstrate initiative in collaborating on setting priorities and meeting deadlines
- Ability to work both independently and in team environments
- Basic lab training, including but not limited to pipetting, aliquoting, combining reagents with precision and accuracy
- Ability to identify problems and contribute to solutions
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Effective interpersonal, multi-tasking, time-management, and organizational skills

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