Research Assistant/ Technician 1

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The focus of the Wisnovsky Lab is to investigate how cancer cells alter their cell surface glycosylation during tumorigenesis. Applicants must therefore have a good knowledge base and some experience in various lab techniques to investigate glycosylation including, but not limited to, cell culture (cell lines and primary cell isolations), molecular biology (isolation of DNA and RNA, RT-PCR), biochemistry (Western blots and enzymatic assays) and flow cytometry. The individual will be expected to perform experiments and data analysis in coordination with other lab members. We have a fully operational lab with all of the equipment necessary to complete our projects. Our research routinely involves work with hazardous materials, including radioactive chemicals, organic solvents, acids and compressed gases. All employees must successfully complete the Biological and Chemical courses offered by UBC. All cell culture work will be performed in a biological safety cabinet.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to use MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment, exercising sound judgment and decision-making.
• Attentive to detail, with the ability to work quickly and accurately.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, multitasking and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion when handling sensitive and/or confidential matters.
• Effective oral and written communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a university degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in the areas of glycobiology and functional genetics.
• Coursework in and/or experience with quantitative research methods is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Compile references and assist supervisor with writing and figure making.
• Participate in simple experiments in collaboration with other senior lab members by following set guidelines and protocols.
• Record and document data as requested by the PI.
• Assist PI in analyzing and summarizing results from a variety of ongoing research projects and data sets.
• Attend weekly lab meetings to discuss work progress.
• Assist graduate students with their projects as needed.
• Other lab-associated duties as required.
• Perform experiments and data analysis in coordination with other lab members.
• Successfully complete the Biological and Chemical courses offered by UBC.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED