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UBC

Sep 11, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Research & Development
  • Vancouver

Requirements

  • Minimum a high school graduate or an equivalent combination of education and experience, preference will be given to applicants with post-secondary education.
  • Basic or school knowledge and understanding of biological science and molecular biology techniques such as PCR, DNA/RNA extraction and purification.
  • Any hands-on lab experience is considered a great asset.
  • Preference will be given to applicants with previous lab experience from work or school.
  • Great interpersonal skills, communication skills (orally and written) and the ability to interact positively and productively with other team members are essential.
  • Excellent documentation and organizational skills.
  • The successful candidate must be well-organized, conscientious, understand the importance of detail, and be able to multi-task and prioritize duties effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in basic lab maintenance
  • Assist in the maintenance of laboratory or shared equipment
  • Perform routine cleanup of shared spaces
  • Assist in media preparations
  • Assist in performing kit-based sample extraction of DNA under the supervision of senior research staff
  • Assist in stocking of laboratory supplies and updating and maintenance of lab inventory
  • Assist in managing and archiving sequencing and analyzed result data
  • Assist in the initialization of established and full-automated computational pipeline for analysis
  • Carries out any other related duties as assigned or required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of this level of assistant

FAQs

What is the anticipated start date for the Lab Assistant position?

The anticipated start date for this position is October 1, 2024.

How long is the term for the Lab Assistant position?

The term for this position is one year, with the possibility of extension.

What qualifications are required for the Lab Assistant role?

A minimum of a high school graduate or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required, with preference given to applicants with post-secondary education.

Is previous lab experience necessary for this position?

While not strictly necessary, preference will be given to applicants with previous lab experience from work or school.

What types of skills are important for the Lab Assistant position?

Important skills include great interpersonal and communication skills, excellent documentation and organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and prioritize duties effectively.

Who will the Lab Assistant report to?

The Lab Assistant will report directly to Dr. Samuel Aparicio, the Laboratory Research and Operations Manager, or the Computational Lead.

What types of tasks will the Lab Assistant be responsible for?

The Lab Assistant will assist in basic lab maintenance, media preparations, DNA extraction, stocking lab supplies, managing data, and operating automated computational pipelines, among other related duties.

What is the compensation range for the Lab Assistant position?

The compensation range for this position is $3,406.81 - $3,819.27 CAD Monthly.

What are the potential consequences of errors in this position?

Errors may result in the permanent loss of irreplaceable tissue samples, damage to laboratory equipment, and can negatively impact the reputation of the laboratory, leading to financial costs and potential loss of grant funding.

What is the deadline to apply for the Lab Assistant position?

The deadline to apply for the Lab Assistant position is September 16, 2024, at 11:59 PM.

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UBC

Patients First. Powered by Evidence.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

United BioSource LLC (UBC) is the leading provider of evidence development solutions with expertise in uniting evidence and access. UBC helps biopharma mitigate risk, address product hurdles, and demonstrate safety, efficacy, and value under real-world conditions. Underpinned by our scientific expertise, data and analytics, and innovative technologies, we offer our customers flexible solutions generating the relevant real-world data necessary to make more informed decisions earlier, meet stakeholder requirements, and ultimately, drive better patient outcomes.