Research Technician - Vancouver, Canada - 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 Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2

Job Title

Research Technician

Department

Research | Jefferies | Michael Smith Laboratories | Faculty of Science

Compensation Range

$3, $4,501.17 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

January 4, 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, 2023

Job Summary

The Research Technician's primary responsibility is to assist with research projects that develop molecular and biological assays used to examine the immune response to nucleotide-based vaccines.

Organizational Status

Reports to the Principal Investigator and is supervised by senior researchers in the lab. Communicates regularly with an interdisciplinary team of scientists.

Work Performed

Assists with conducting and running basic experiments as part of the lab's larger research project
Assists in analyzing and interpreting experimental results and troubleshoots problems as needed
Conducts standard molecular biology techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, RTqPCR, DNA and RNA isolation, DNA sequencing, molecular cloning and recombinant DNA technology
Based on established procedures, cultures mammalian cell lines, carries out basic transformations, DNA extractions, growth curves and platebased growth assays, flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, and enzyme assays
Prepares reagents, solutions, and related materials for routine laboratory use
Documents results and shares with supervisor and lab members
Organizes laboratory and stock, and maintains inventories. Maintains a clean and orderly working environment in the lab
Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Exercises judgment in establishing priorities and carrying tasks through to completion. The Research Technician will be responsible for reporting errors or problems in their work in a timely manner.

Improperly conducted procedures may warrant the repetition of experiments affecting the timeline of the research project and wasting of resources.

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision and receives guidance from the Principal Investigator in weekly meetings to ensure priorities are met and next duties to be performed.

Works closely with members of the lab involved in the assigned project.

Supervision Given

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. The Research Technician will work as part of a team and may train students 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to identify problems and contribute to solutions
Effective oral and written communication skills
Effective interpersonal, multitasking, timemanagement, and organizational skills
Demonstrate initiative in collaborating on setting priorities and meeting deadlines
Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to changing needs, growth/learning mindset
Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment