Research Assistant/technician 3

1 month 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 3

Job Title

Research Assistant/Technician 3

Department

Jan Laboratory | Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$3,982.67 - $4,703.83 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

March 2, 2023

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

Job End Date

Mar 14, 2024

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. Eric Jan, in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, in the Faculty of Medicine at UBC will be looking to hire a full-time Research Assistant/Technician 3. The Research Assistant will be expected to perform experiments related to RNA design and therapeutics as well as lab duties.

Organizational Status

The Research Assistant will report directly to the PI, Dr. Eric Jan.

Work Performed
- Plans and performs experiments related to RNA design and therapeutics, utilizing complex procedures or techniques; troubleshoots problems; collects, records, analyses and interprets experiment results.
- Sets up, maintains, provides supplies, tests experiments
- Provides training to undergraduate students, new and lower level technicians in the use of equipment, techniques and procedures.
- Coordinates, monitors and ensures the implementation and enforcement of laboratory safety rules and procedures.
- Sets up, tests, operates and maintains common laboratory and other equipment.
- May oversee and direct the work of one or two incumbents in lower level classifications.
- Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

While the work may be of a complex nature, tasks are assigned and the incumbent plans and schedules his/her own work.

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision; receives detailed instructions on the assignment of new duties and thereafter only on new or unusual problems.

Supervision Given

May oversee and direct the work of one or two employees at lower classifications in which case they are responsible for the accuracy, production, and control of the work unit.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three 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

MSc degree with relevant experience in RNA biology or biochemistry. Must be able to follow and carry out instructions from Principal Investigator. Must be able to carry out responsibilities independently. Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Interest and enthusiasm for scientific research.



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