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This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.

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Job Summary
The Dr. Parker Laboratory, in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medicine, at the University of British Columbia will be looking to hire a Research Assistant/Technician 3 at 100% FTE to join the team.

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

Work Performed

• Plans and performs experiments, utilizing complex procedures or techniques; troubleshoots problems; collects, records, analyses and interprets experiment results.

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

• Writes reports, presents research results at laboratory meetings and assists with the writing of grant applications.

• Sets up, maintains, provides supplies, tests experiments and participates in experiment development for numerous teaching laboratories for a variety of different courses, usually at higher or at varying course levels.

• Provides training to undergraduate students, new and lower-level technicians in the use of equipment, techniques and procedures.

• Performs complex technical tasks, such as, catheterizations, necropsies, blood sampling and minor surgical procedures involved in animal surgery.

• Researches, coordinates and performs regular field sampling and analysis for several research projects.

• Coordinates, monitors and ensures the implementation and enforcement of laboratory safety rules and procedures.

• Sets up, tests, operates and maintains common laboratory and other equipment.

• May assist in running a laboratory, performing tasks, such as, purchasing supplies and minor equipment and maintaining parts of accounts.

• May oversee and direct the work of one or two incumbents in lower-level classifications.

• Carries 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
Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three 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.