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Job Title:Research AssistantEmployee Group:CUPEEmployee Type:Temporary (Fixed Term)Start Date:Monday, November 2 2026End Date (if applicable):Friday, December 31 2027Job Summary:Reporting to the Manager and under the project direction of a research supervisor, the Research Assistant takes specific responsibilities, provides support and contributes to research programs and/or projects. The focus of the position is applied research work related to a specific project, and/or performing specific tasks within a research program and/or project initiative. This may include working with single or multiple stakeholders, single or several project deliverables, and the use of instrumentation and/or software.

Job Description
Duties &

Responsibilities:
While the Research Assistant contributes to the research project in many ways, typical responsibilities may include the following:Performs analysis/develop software/conduct interviews as directed by the Research Supervisor and/or Research Associate.
Accurately and consistently records and analyzes results or transcriptions and procedures.
Assists with preparation of written reports, academic papers, and conference or community presentations.
Analyzes experimental data/software performance/survey results.




Communicates results in written and oral reports.
Performs literature searches and summarizes results.
Contributes to the information for control and back up.
Maintains the working environment including anticipating and ordering supplies.
Operates and performs routine maintenance on advanced equipment/software/survey tools.
Train and assist students with performing data gathering activities as directed by supervisor or other research team members.
Maintain and evaluate work environment safetyPerforms other related project duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required:Education & ExperienceCompletion of minimum two (2) years of post-secondary studies related to the field of inquiry.
Minimum one (1) years’ related research or lab assistance experience.
Sound experience performing laboratory analysis and utilizing research software/analysis tool in field of inquiryExperience preparing written reports.
Skills & AbilitiesBasic skills related to the field of inquiry (e.g. interview skills, lab skills, programming skills)Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to work cooperatively with all members of the College community including faculty researcher, staff, and students and provide leadership in information gathering and analysis.
Ability to prioritize and manage a variety of multiple short and long-term concurrent projects with minimal supervision and high level of accuracy and attention to detail.




General knowledge of the requirements to adhere to regulatory and College policies regarding access to, use of, and release of confidential information.
Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and accountability.
Ability to physically perform the duties of the position and meet work performance standards set by the College.
Aptitude to learn new processes or instrument use.
Intermediate computer skills and proficiency using computer applications such as MS Office applications, email and web browsers, and various related lab tools and software.
Additional Info:Additional

Requirements:
The successful candidate will use complex in vitro models to evaluate the efficacy, toxicity, and cellular uptake of novel therapeutic formulations. The position requires experience with mammalian cell culture, specifically with complex in vitro systems (3D cultures, primary cells, co-cultures, or stem cell-derived organoids).
Hours & Days of Work: Hours and days of work may vary, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Why Join Langara?At Langara College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honouring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part time, or casual

We offer
the following

benefits:
Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverageHybrid-work program for eligible positionsGenerous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week

📌 Research Assistant (Burnaby)
🏢 Langara College
📍 Burnaby