Protein Production Specialist — Research Tech III

University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

University of British Columbia is seeking a Research Assistant/Technician 3 to support PROGENITER in protein production and characterization. You will produce and purify proteins and complexes, and test activity in in vitro and cell-based assays as part of a fast-paced team.

The role involves recombinant protein expression in bacterial, insect, and mammalian systems, and extensive use of chromatographic and biophysical techniques.

Qualifications

• Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree with 3+ years experience.
• Demonstrates strong record-keeping and data documentation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce and purify proteins and complexes; test activity in various assays.
• Perform recombinant protein expression in bacterial, insect, and mammalian systems.
• Maintain detailed lab notebooks and electronic records; report results to team.
• Operate core instrumentation (FPLC, plate imagers) and assist in SOP development.
• Contribute to purification and QC workflows and ensure compliance with safety practices.

Skills

Molecular biology

Laboratory skills

Documentation

Communication

Education

Technical program or university degree

Biochemistry/ Biotechnology degree

Tools

KingFisher Apex

LabChip

nanoDSF/DLS

SEC-MALS

FPLC

Plate imagers

Job description

University of British Columbia is seeking a Research Assistant/Technician 3 to support PROGENITER in protein production and characterization. You will produce and purify proteins and complexes, and test activity in in vitro and cell-based assays as part of a fast-paced team.

The role involves recombinant protein expression in bacterial, insect, and mammalian systems, and extensive use of chromatographic and biophysical techniques.