Job Title Research Assistant /Technician 3 CUPE 116 Salaried
- Research Assistant /Technician 3 Research | Hirst | Department of Microbiology | Faculty of Science 5,047.00
- $5,503.00 CAD Monthly The Hirst lab is focusing on the development and improvement of molecular assays and bioinformatics tools to study the epigenetic causes of cancers and to discover new targets for potential cures. In epigenomics, the techniques and technologies are evolving very rapidly, demanding a high degree of flexibility and adaptability. If you are knowledgeable and experienced in molecular biology, have an interest in genomics and epigenomics, and would like to contribute to cancer research, this job might be for you. As an integral part of the research team, the successful candidate will report to Dr. Hirst and his research manager and will support the team comprised of post doctoral fellows, research assistants, graduate students, and coop students. Specific duties include, but are not limited to conducting experiments such as tissue culture, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, chromatin and nucleic acid extractions, preparation of next generation sequencing libraries for e.g. The research assistant will also be responsible for general lab duties, such as preparing and aliquoting reagents, maintaining equipment, and waste disposal. Good communication skills written and verbal are required to document the experiments, present the results to the research team, and write operating procedures. Aspects of the research will be jointly reviewed by the research manager and Dr. Supervision Received The successful candidate will be supervised by the research manager and the principal investigator, Dr. Once familiar with the techniques and tasks, there will be minimal daily supervision unless needed or requested.



Supervision Given 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. Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. The applicant will hold at least a technical degree or a Bachelor of Science and has a minimum of 3 years of work experience in a molecular biology research laboratory or related discipline. Experience with tissue culture, genome editing, FACS, microscopy and other fluorescent detection methods, nucleic acid extractions, next generation library construction and sequencing, immunoprecipitation techniques, and qPCR is an asset. Solid communication skills will be required to document results, write protocols, present at lab meetings and journal clubs, train junior staff and students, and communicate to vendors and collaborators. 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. Equity and Diversity Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. 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. however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

📌 Research Assistant (Canada)
🏢 University of British Columbia
📍 Canada