Research Assistant/Technician 2

4 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada The University of British Columbia Full time
Job Summary
This Research Assistant/Technician position in the Kizhakkadathu lab will work on cell/organ cell surface research and also, contribute to the daily operations and maintenance of a research laboratory. Duties will include equipment maintenance, inventory management, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Organizational Status
Works under supervision of the Principal Investigator and/or of a senior postdoctoral fellow in the lab

Work Performed

Perform experiments, collects, records, analyses and interprets experiment results under the supervision of a senior researcher

Assists senior level staff and senior PhD students with the design of experiments and/or development of new techniques for laboratories or facilities.

Use Microsoft Office for data collection and analysis

Assists with the writing of scientific publications, presents data results at the laboratory meetings and external meetings

Recruits new blood donors for research purposes.

Perform technical tasks, such as:

• Prepare reagent and solutions

  • Cell culture, cell isolation from tissues
  • Cell staining, histological staining, immunostaining & microscopy

• Work in sterile condition with biohazard material;

• Clean, disinfect laboratory equipment; autoclave and dispose biohazard waste

• Help with the collection and the characterization of mammalian cells (flow cytometry, microscopy).

• Separate the blood products and modify the cell surface using different reagents including enzymes, antibodies or fluorescent markers


Consequence of Error/Judgement
Attention to detail and exercising judgement are essential. The Research Assistant/Technician will be responsible for reporting errors or problems in their work in a timely manner, and will participate in a resolution to correct those errors. Incorrect decisions could jeopardize research progress, collaborations, finances and employee safety, and adversely impact future project objectives and personnel. Poor judgment would result in loss of experimental data and delay in conducting research.

Supervision Received
The research assistant/technician will report directly to the Supervisor; however, the position requires independent work as well as joint work with other lab members

Supervision Given
The Research Technician will work as part of a team and may train and advise students or other members on various techniques.

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

Preference will be given to candidates holding a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in general science, biochemistry or related area of study. Previous research experience, especially in cell surface modification, blood analysis, cell culture, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy and analytical instrumentation.

  • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing and in a polite manner
  • Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to identify problems and contribute to solutions
  • Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
  • Effective interpersonal, organizational skills, multi-tasking and time-management
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to changing needs, growth/learning mindset
  • Self-motivated person, fast learner, team player, and creative problem solver

Demonstrate initiative in collaborating on setting priorities and meeting deadlines

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