Research Assistant/Technician 1

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments in cell culture, molecular biology, biochemistry, and flow cytometry
• Compile references and assist the supervisor with writing and figure creation
• Record and document research data as requested by the Principal Investigator
• Assist in analyzing and summarizing results from various research projects and data sets
• Attend weekly lab meetings to discuss work progress and collaborate with graduate students
• Assist with training new students in experimental procedures and safe lab equipment usage

Requirements

• High school graduation and at least one year of related laboratory experience
• Experience with cell culture (cell lines and primary cell isolations)
• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA isolation, RT-PCR)
• Proficiency in biochemistry techniques (Western blots and enzymatic assays)
• Experience with flow cytometry
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to work with hazardous materials including radioactive chemicals and organic solvents

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a university degree in a relevant scientific discipline
• Experience in the areas of glycobiology and functional genetics
• Coursework or experience with quantitative research methods

About the Company

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. The Wisnovsky Lab at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences investigates how cancer cells alter their cell surface glycosylation during tumorigenesis.