AGC Research Technician - Competition ID: 4724

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Healthcare spending account

Vacation entitlement

Pension plan

Parenthood top-up

Sick leave

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Professional development days

Tuition waiver

In-house training & development

Inter-campus transportation

Job summary

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is seeking a Research Technician to support the Applied Genomics Centre's projects under the guidance of the AGC Director and senior staff. The role involves experimental work, data management, and collaboration with industry partners.

There are two openings for this position. Responsibilities include assisting with experimental design, preparing reports, and training undergraduate researchers in the AGC laboratories or field settings, ensuring quality control and

Qualifications

• BSc in Biology or related discipline.
• Experience with genomics and/or metabolomics.
• Research experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide research support for the AGC’s Director, Faculty project leads, Laboratory and Research Coordinator, and senior research staff
• Gather, organize and maintain experimental data and records in the AGC lab, and in the field when required
• Execute experiments required for research projects, including quality control, and troubleshooting when necessary
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations, collaboratively and under the direction of the AGC’s senior leadership
• Provide on-site supervision and training to undergraduate student researchers, when required
• Generate and update standard operating procedures for routine and new developments, in collaboration with the Laboratory and Research Coordinator and/or senior research staff
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Genomics

Metabolomics

Lab experience

Education

BSc in Biology or related discipline

Job description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition ID: 4724

Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled

External Closing Date: Open Until Filled

# of Openings: 1

Salary Information: Casual Employee - Hourly Rate

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time

Workplace Type: On-Site

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Employee Group: Casual Employee

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ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This role reports to Director, Applied Genomics Centre.

Summary

The Research Technician has a supportive role for research goals of the Applied Genomics Centre (AGC). This individual will support applied research projects under the supervision and direction of the AGC Director, Laboratory and Research Coordinator, and senior research staff. Where appropriate, they may also help supervise and train student researchers working in the AGC laboratories, or in the field as applicable. They will contribute to experimental design, perform laboratory tasks, and communicate results to the Director, Associates, and industry partners.

There are currently 2 openings for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide research support for the AGC’s Director, Faculty project leads, Laboratory and Research Coordinator, and senior research staff
• Gather, organize and maintain experimental data and records in the AGC lab, and in the field when required
• Execute experiments required for research projects, including quality control, and troubleshooting when necessary
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations, collaboratively and under the direction of the AGC’s senior leadership
• Provide on-site supervision and training to undergraduate student researchers, when required
• Generate and update standard operating procedures for routine and new developments, in collaboration with the Laboratory and Research Coordinator and/or senior research staff
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• BSc in Biology or related discipline
• Relevant experience with a focus on genomics and/or metabolomics
• Research experience is an asset
• SALARY INFORMATION

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $24.00 - $28.00

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at [e-mail].

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.