Apply molecular biology expertise to cancer research at UBC, developing epigenomics protocols and bioinformatics-supported assays as a Research Assistant.
The Hirst lab seeks a Research Assistant / Technician 3 for its Department of Microbiology research team. This fixed-term leave replacement supports molecular assay development, protocol optimization, and research into epigenetic causes of cancers. The work includes tissue culture, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, nucleic acid extraction, and next generation sequencing library preparation.
Key Responsibilities: Execute experiments supporting current epigenomics protocol development
Optimize existing molecular biology protocols
Prepare ChIP-seq, RNA-seq, and bisulfite-seq libraries




Quantify DNA using qPCR
Maintain equipment, reagents, and laboratory waste disposal
Requirements: Relevant technical program or university degree
Minimum three years of related experience
Molecular biology research laboratory experience preferred
Accurate, organized, and detail-oriented work style
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Contribute molecular biology, sequencing, and qPCR expertise to UBC cancer research with careful, independent laboratory execution.

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📌 Molecular Biology Research Assistant (British Columbia)
🏢 The University of British Columbia
📍 British Columbia