Research Assistant/tech 3

3 weeks ago

British Columbia, 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/Tech 3 - Animal Research Technician

Department

Aparicio Laboratory | Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$3,982.67 - $4,703.83 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

February 27, 2023

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

Job End Date

Apr 3, 2024

This position is located within a health-care facility. Therefore, this positions requires successful verification of full vaccination against Covid-19 provided prior to the start date, as required by the provincial health mandate.

The anticipated start date for this position is April 3, 2023. The term is for one year with the possibility of extension.

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

The successful applicant will report to the Principal Investigator or his/her delegate and may assist in overseeing technical work of students and trainees.

Work Performed
- Perform and/or oversee animal procedures involving immunization, oral gavage, injections, tumour inoculation, tumour volume measurements, blood and tissue collection, surgical procedures, necropsy, and post-operative care.
- Assist in the daily care of transgenic animals and maintains colonies of human tumour bearing immunodeficient animals.
- Daily health monitoring and care of laboratory animals.
- Plan and perform animal experiments utilizing complex procedures and/or techniques.
- Be able to recognize and resolve behavioral and/or housing issues; may provide technical instructions and training for other staff and/or trainees
- Process tissue samples and carry out primary cell isolation as instructed.
- Carry out laboratory techniques following standard operating protocols ages, tables, graphs and charts.
- Maintain both laboratory and laboratory records of both animal data and experimental data; when required to summarize results in research reports and lab presentations.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- On a rotation basis, must be available for emergency calls 24/7 and respond appropriately.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

The work is of a complex nature, tasks are assigned and the incumbent exercises a considerable amount of responsibility, initiative and judgment in determining own work schedule to achieve those tasks. Noncompliance with ARC regulations may result in closure of facility. Noncompliance with animal protocols may result in loss of grant funding.

Supervision Received

The successful applicant will report to the Principal Investigator or designate.

Supervision Given

None.

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
- Postgraduate degree in Science is preferred.
- CALAS certification (e.g. RLAT) is an asset.
- Minimum of 3 years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with cell culture and aseptic technique preferred, involving both isolation and maintenance of rodent primary cultures and cell lines.
- Experience in the use and handling of hazardous materials such as biological agents and cytotoxic drugs is essential.
- Experience in the monitoring and management of human tumour bearing animals.
- A working knowledge of the CCAC guidelines and compassion and sensitivity for animals.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact positively and productively with other team members are essential.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

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