Research Assistant

2 weeks ago


UBCV Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health CBH, Canada UBC The University of British Columbia Full time
Staff - Non Union Job CategoryNon Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job ProfileNon Union Hourly - Research Assistant /Technician 2 Job TitleResearch Assistant / Technician 2 DepartmentCiernia Laboratory | Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range$ $31.73 CAD Hourly Posting End DateDecember 29,

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

Job End Date

January 18,

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. Ciernia Laboratory, in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medicine, at the University of British Columbia will be looking to hire an Hourly Research Assistant/Technician 2 to join the team.

Organizational Status
The Research Assistant will report directly to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Ciernia.

Work Performed

  • Assist with planning and conducting behavioral experiments with mice.

  • Assist with Planning and conducting molecular experiments including sectioning and staining mouse brain samples, isolating and analyzing RNA for gene expression and collecting and staining cells for flow cytometry.

  • Analyzing data and creating graphs.

  • Taking notes on experiments in our electronic lab notebook system.

  • Carring 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 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
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

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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