Research Assistant/Technician 2
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Bioinformatics Technician will perform and analyze the results of data analysis pipelines and data management systems. This role specifically involves the analysis of DNA and RNA sequencing data generated from multiple ongoing laboratory projects. The technician will be responsible for developing and maintaining bioinformatics pipelines and applying innovative computational and statistical methods. The individual will report directly to Dr. Horwitz (PI) weekly and will also collaborate with senior graduate students and/or postdoctoral fellows whose projects will be supported by the data analysis. Initially, the role will be under close supervision, with an expectation to work with minimal supervision once proficiency is established.
Requirements
- 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.
- Proficiency in R, command line, and cloud computing.
- At least two years of experience in bioinformatics.
- Ability to work independently on multiple projects in the lab.
- 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.
- Must be able to follow and carry out instructions from PI.
- Must be able to carry out responsibilities independently.
- Interest and enthusiasm for scientific research.
Nice To Haves
- BSc in Virology, Immunology, or similar discipline.
- Minimum two years of experience operating in a research laboratory.
- Comfortable with spreadsheets, word processing, grant and report writing.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and complete assignments without ongoing direction.
- Good interpersonal and practical laboratory skills.
- Ability to calculate molarities for chemical solutions.
- Expertise in immunological assays.
Responsibilities
- Perform and analyze the results of data analysis pipelines and data management systems.
- Analyze DNA and RNA sequencing data.
- Develop and maintain bioinformatics pipelines.
- Apply innovative computational and statistical methods.
- Provide bioinformatics support for RNAseq data analysis.
- Present at group meetings.
- Transfer knowledge of new protocols and procedures to incoming team members and assist in their instruction.
Benefits
- 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.
- 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.
- Opportunity to attend departmental seminars.
- Fully participate in project team meetings including associated journal discussion group.
- UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential.
- New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
