Genotyping Facility Technician (Part-Time)

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

The School of Biomedical Engineering at The University of British Columbia (UBC) invites applications for a Genotyping Facility - Research Assistant / Technician 2. This part-time 20-hour-per-week term position supports sample prep, genotyping assays, instrument maintenance and data analysis in a university research setting on Vancouver campus.

Reporting to the Genotyping Facility Manager, the successful candidate will ensure accurate documentation, SOP adherence, inventory management and timely

Qualifications

• High school graduation with related training and a minimum two years of related experience
• Demonstrates commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Responsibilities

• Assist in sample preparation, perform genotyping assays, and analyze data to interpret results
• Maintain instruments such as Thermal Cycler, quantitative PCR, Capillary Electrophoresis and related software
• Maintain laboratory materials and reagent inventory, coordinating timely supplies
• Organize and standardize sample handling procedures for accurate documentation and traceability
• Receive samples submitted by facility users and verify sample identification for proper storage and tracking
• Carry out other related duties as required per qualifications and position requirements

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Attention to detail

Equity, diversity & inclusion

Education

High school graduation

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Real-Time PCR

PCR

Job description

The School of Biomedical Engineering at The University of British Columbia (UBC) invites applications for a Genotyping Facility - Research Assistant / Technician 2. This part-time 20-hour-per-week term position supports sample prep, genotyping assays, instrument maintenance and data analysis in a university research setting on Vancouver campus.

Reporting to the Genotyping Facility Manager, the successful candidate will ensure accurate documentation, SOP adherence, inventory management and timely