Laboratory Assistant - Vancouver, Canada - University of British Columbia

University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
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Description
Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Hourly - Laboratory Assistant

Job Title

Laboratory Assistant

Department

Murphy Laboratory | Department of Psychiatry | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$ $20.45 CAD Hourly

Posting End Date

May 27, 2023

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

Job End Date

May 31, 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

This lab assistant will assist with the PI in assembly of animal testing equipment for stroke assessment.

Organizational Status

This position reports directly to the Senior Technician and indirectly to the PI.

Work Performed

  • Assembling animal behavioral testing devices
  • Stocking of new parts as they are received.
  • Maintaining inventory of parts and documentation of the various steps in the process.
Consequence of Error/Judgement

Involves relatively little decision making. All work will be performed in close consultation with senior technicians and research associates. After an initial training period, the incumbent is expected to use initiative to complete tasks as assigned.

Supervision Received

This position receives direction from senior lab technician. Works from oral instructions and to established procedures under direct supervision.

Supervision Given

None.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation and a minimum one year 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

High School graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience working in a scientific lab is preferred. Effective communication skills, attention to detail and good work ethic are important attributes for this position.
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