Project Manager, Technical Applications

University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian university seeks a Project Manager, Technical Applications, to oversee proteomics projects and manage technical operations in Vancouver. The role involves developing research initiatives, training users, and ensuring the execution of laboratory logistics. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and experience with mass spectrometry and proteomics methodologies. A commitment to equity and diversity is essential.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing proteomics projects
• Training and supervising lab users
• Managing financial resources for projects
• Preparing reports for funding agencies
• Troubleshooting scientific equipment

Skills

Proteomics sample preparation

Mass spectrometry hardware/software

Chromatography techniques

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

University degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related field

Minimum 3 years of related experience

Tools

nanoUPLC

ESI Q-TOF

TIMS-TOF

Bioinformatics software platforms

Job description

Overview

Staff - Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Salaried - Research and Facilitation, Level B Job Title Project Manager, Technical Applications Department Foster Laboratory | Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range $6,747.50 - $9,701.42 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date October 16, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date Ongoing

This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

The Laboratory of Dr. Leonard Foster is currently seeking to hire a Project Manager, Technical Applications at the University of British Columbia (UBC) on the Vancouver campus. The successful candidate will provide the technical expertise required for the research projects and will be responsible for managing proteomics projects for the UBC Proteomics Core Facility and associated research sites, including planning, and overall operation of multiple LC-MS/MS systems. The successful candidate will also be responsible for training and supervision of users and management of research projects.

Organizational Status

The incumbent will report to the chair of the facility and must work with faculty, staff and students on a daily basis.

Work Performed

Major responsibilities of the position include:

• Developing, implementing and managing projects such as single-cell proteomics, glyco- and phospho-proteomics, data-independent acquisition methods and more efficient sample preparation methods, including designing project proposals, protocols, work plans, and timelines.
• Responsible for providing guidance, establishing work priorities, and setting timelines for all research projects and personnel to ensure efficient planning and execution.
• Managing research activities, including planning, facilitating, communicating, and overseeing implementation.
• Overall protocol development, including adapting published protocols and developing new protocols for all aspects of the proteomics workflow including sample preparation, mass spectrometry and data analysis.
• Managing and ensuring smooth execution of laboratory logistics, including supplies, record-keeping, and proper handling of irreplaceable samples in coordination with senior management.
• Planning and managing financial resources for the projects, including operating and research accounts, subject to final approval by the PI and the Director of the core facility.
• Exploring different funding options and developing funding and grant proposals in consultation with the PI and the Director of the core facility.
• Leading and supervising research activities, including data collection, analysis, interpretation, and preparation of figures and manuscripts for publication.
• Guiding and supervising literature searches and reviews, and ensuring timely and accurate updates of website content and project information.
• Authorizing and reviewing purchases and expenditures.
• Providing technical expertise including method development, troubleshooting and maintaining equipment.
• Training and supervising staff and students and ensuring appropriate training for collaborators.
• Initiating and managing training programs, policies and guidelines.
• Preparing reports, statistics, and graphic presentations for the funders or for journals/publications.
• Performing other related duties.

Consequence of Error/Judgement Consequence of errors could result in damage to sensitive scientific equipment, incorrect data and/or delays in projects, which might affect the experiments or results of others in the group, or lead to major delays in publishing, or loss of grant funding.

Supervision Received Works independently, checking with facility director and PIs when necessary.

Supervision Given Demonstrates how to operate highly technical equipment and procedures to students and staff. Supervises technical staff and students on the implementation of new methods.

Minimum Qualifications

University degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of three years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own.

Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• University degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related field.
• Five years of experience in a research environment including demonstrated training and supervisory experience is preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of and demonstrated experience with proteomics sample preparation, mass spectrometry hard- and software, as well as modern separation techniques (chromatography, electrophoresis, ion mobility) is essential.
• Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting instrumentation is essential.
• Experience with the use and maintenance of common bioinformatics software platforms is required. Demonstrated ability to improve and implement methods in a modern laboratory.
• Experience with proteomics experimental design and sample handling required.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining nanoUPLC, ESI Q-TOF and TIMS-TOF instrumentation required.
• Experience using and troubleshooting common bioinformatics software platforms (for protein identification, quantitation) required.
• Teaching, training, presentation and technical writing experience required.
• Effective oral and written communication, presentation, conflict resolution, problem-solving, program planning, facilitation, management, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills required.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to exercise initiative, judgement, tact and confidentiality; ability to problem solve; ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.