Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 1

Job Title

Research Assistant Technician 1

Department

Facilities | Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$4,109.47 - $4,507.06 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

April 1, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

April 5, 2027

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Job Summary

This is a Research Assistant Technician 1 position and works within the Transgenic Animal Facility's Specific Pathogen Free animal unit. Responsibilities include maintaining daily care of laboratory mice; changing and cleaning animal cages, and racks; maintaining mouse data; disinfecting rooms; and general upkeep of the animal facility in accordance with unit Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the guidelines established by the UBC's Animal Care Committee.

Weekend work and occasional statutory holiday coverage is required for this position.

Organizational Status
The incumbent reports to the Director of Core Facilities and may also receive instructions from other senior staff members within the unit, as directed by the Director of Core Facilities.

Work Performed

Duties Include:

• Maintains daily care of laboratory mice;
• Changes and cleans animal cages and racks;
• General upkeep of animal facility, including disinfecting rooms;
• Maintains mouse data;
• Strictly adheres to the Unit Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in place to protect staff and mouse colonies from harm and disease;
• Heavy lifting required (up to a maximum of 25kg). Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift
• Performs other related duties as required.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
All duties performed by the research assistant should adhere to the data privacy and confidentiality policies, standard operating procedures, and UBC policies. The impact of an incorrect decision could be critical as the facility houses invaluable research mouse strains. The procedures and protocols in place to protect these mice from disease and harm must be strictly adhered to.

Supervision Received
Works under general supervision in carrying out duties and responsibilities delegated by the Director of Core Facilities to incumbent and other senior staff members.

Supervision Given
None

Minimum Qualifications
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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the Mosaic mouse colony management system is preferred.
• VOA (Veterinary office assistant) certification and one year of related experience preferred.
• CALAS (Canadian Association of Lab Animal Science) certification at the ALAT level preferred but lower classifications or equivalent experience will be considered.
• Familiarity maintaining a clean and sanitary environment for animals.

Skills

• Candidate will have effective oral and written communication and good organizational skills.

• Demonstrated ability to follow established guidelines and protocols.

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.

• Ability to complete work assignments in a timely fashion is a must.

• Attention to detail is critical.

• Computer experience and the physical ability to lift and carry materials up to 25 kg are required.

• Performing other related duties as required.

About Us

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world.

Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, 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. Are you ready to embrace the future together?

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at

workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca

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