Research Assistant/ Technician 2

4 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada University of British Columbia Full time

Staff - Union

Job Category

CUPE 116

Job Profile

CUPE 116 Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2

Job Title

Research Assistant/ Technician 2

Department

Research | B. Matthews | Department of Zoology | Facult of Science

Compensation Range

$4,297.00 - $4,704.00 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

July 2, 2023

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

Job End Date

Aug 31, 2026

The expected start date of the position is September 1, 2023.

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

This position is for a grant-funded research assistant and lab coordinator in the UBC Mosquito Lab who will be primarily responsible for routine rearing of insect strains, data organization and analysis, and general lab organization and coordination. The Mosquito Lab is a community that strives to conduct rigorous, important, collaborative, and open science in an environment that is welcoming, respectful, and supportive. We seek to help each member of the laboratory to achieve their goals both in the context of science and beyond. We are firm believers that a diverse community is a better community, and welcome anyone, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, cultural or economic background, and ability status. We strive not just for diversity within the lab but inclusion as well and are committed to providing active support to everyone as they navigate their place within the lab, the Zoology department, UBC, and broader scientific communities.

Organizational Status

Reports directly to the PI on all matters.

Work Performed
- Works with the PI to rear, propagate, and validate irreplaceable insect strains.
- Oversees lab organization and orders lab equipment and supplies. Summarizes and reports laboratory work and problems to supervisor.
- Onboards new students and staff and ensures that safety rules and regulations are followed
- Coordinates the interviewing and onboarding of undergraduate research assistants, including training on routine techniques and coordinating their placement with graduate students and PDFs
- Identifies and resolves minor technical problems, interfacing with vendors as
- Assists the PI with preparation of reimbursement and financial reports; enters data into spreadsheets and collates required documents.
- Assists in obtaining research permits and preparation of logistics for fieldwork.
- Maintains and updates the lab's website and databases
- Assists in experiments alongside students, postdoctoral fellows, and other staff as time allows

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Consequence of error includes the loss of irreplaceable insect strains and valuable scientific reagents. The successful applicant will be expected to exercise initiative and judgment in problem solving, establishing priorities, and scheduling own work in regular consultation with the PI. Major problems are referred to PI, whereas minor problems are solved by the technician, keeping the PI informed.

Supervision Received

It is expected that this RA can work independently on tasks assigned by the PI in regular consultation with the PI.

Supervision Given

May be asked to supervise undergraduate students performing routine laboratory tasks.

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.
- 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

BSc or MSc in the fields of biology, entomology, or genetics preferred. Previous work experience working with insects preferred. Ability to read and comprehend technical material, conduct literature searches, and collect and organize experimental data required. Experience coding and conducting statistical analyses required. Ability to learn new software packages for analysis of behavioural and genetic. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment. If you think you might be a good fit for the job but have any questions about qualifications, please apply

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