Research Assistant/technician 2

6 days ago


Vancouver, Canada University of British Columbia Full time

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 2

Job Title

Research Assistant/Technician 2

Department

Greenblatt Laboratory | Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$26.67 - $31.73 CAD Hourly

Posting End Date

December 2, 2024

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

Job End Date

Nov 27, 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 Dr. Greenblatt Laboratory, in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medicine, at the University of British Columbia will be looking to hire a Research Assistant/Technician 2 at 100% FTE to join the team.

Organizational Status:
The Research Assistant will report directly to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Ethan Greenblatt.

Work Performed:

- Carries out experiments related to understanding reproductive aging and determinants of oocyte quality.
- Assists in the execution a high-throughput small molecule screen by performing animal dissections, tissue extractions, in vitro translation reactions and data analyses.
- Assists with lab ordering.
- Maintains Drosophila stocks.
- Prepares and/or maintains media, buffer, reagents, solutions, cultures and related material for routine laboratory use.
- Performs maintenance of equipment and apparatus.
- Performs preparation of materials according to test specifications.
- Maintains research related records and databases, entering data according to established protocols.
- 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.

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with maintaining day-to-day operations in the lab. High degree of motivation, enthusiasm, organization, and initiative. Ability to work independently and with other lab personnel. Effective oral and written communication.



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