Reseatch Assistant / Technician 3
About the role
Staff - Non Union
Job Category
Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants
Job Profile
Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 3
Job Title
Reseatch Assistant / Technician 3
Department
Johnson Laboratory | Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences | Faculty of Medicine
Compensation Range
$4,567.04 - $5,385.67 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date
July 16, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Jul 31, 2026
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:
The Dr. Johnson Laboratory, in the Department of Cellular & Physiological Sciences Faculty of Medicine, at the University of British Columbia will be looking to hire a Research Assistant/Technician 3 to join the team.
Organizational Status:
The Research Assistant will report directly to the Principal Investigator, Dr Johnson.
Work Performed:
The responsibilities of this position include conducting experiments and research activities; planning and performing human islet phenotyping experiments and overseeing students involved in these efforts. The role also involves performing genotyping, tissue sectioning, microscopy, assays, and islet picking, as well as training and supervising students performing these tasks. Additional duties include assisting with daily lab operations, onboarding new lab members, and handling finance-related tasks such as credit card reconciliations. Attendance at lab meetings is required, and the position may also include other tasks 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.
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.
Reseatch Assistant / Technician 3
About the role
Staff - Non Union
Job Category
Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants
Job Profile
Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 3
Job Title
Reseatch Assistant / Technician 3
Department
Johnson Laboratory | Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences | Faculty of Medicine
Compensation Range
$4,567.04 - $5,385.67 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date
July 16, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Jul 31, 2026
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:
The Dr. Johnson Laboratory, in the Department of Cellular & Physiological Sciences Faculty of Medicine, at the University of British Columbia will be looking to hire a Research Assistant/Technician 3 to join the team.
Organizational Status:
The Research Assistant will report directly to the Principal Investigator, Dr Johnson.
Work Performed:
The responsibilities of this position include conducting experiments and research activities; planning and performing human islet phenotyping experiments and overseeing students involved in these efforts. The role also involves performing genotyping, tissue sectioning, microscopy, assays, and islet picking, as well as training and supervising students performing these tasks. Additional duties include assisting with daily lab operations, onboarding new lab members, and handling finance-related tasks such as credit card reconciliations. Attendance at lab meetings is required, and the position may also include other tasks 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.
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.