Research Associate

The University of British Columbia; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia seeks a Research Associate for the Rideout Laboratory in the Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences. This role involves managing lab operations, conducting diabetes research, and leading project management efforts. The successful applicant will have a Ph.D. and significant experience in relevant fields.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required with extensive experience in diabetes research and project management.
• Minimum of two years demonstrated research experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily lab operations, support research grant development.
• Design and perform complex experiments, develop safety protocols.
• Supervise and train lab staff, maintain rodent colonies.

Skills

Project Management

Diabetes Research Techniques

Rodent Handling

Anatomy

Physiology

Complex Experiment Design

Education

Ph.D. in Biology, Biochemistry, or related field

Job description

Academic

Job Category

Faculty Non Bargaining

Job Title

Research Associate

Department

Rideout Laboratory | Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences | Faculty of Medicine (Elizabeth Rideout)

Posting End Date

June 12, 2025

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

Job End Date

Jun 14, 2026

The expected pay range for this position is $83,182 per annum.

Job Summary:

The Department of Cellular & Physiological Sciences at the University of British Columbia invites applications for a Research Associate (100% FTE) to join the laboratory of Dr. Elizabeth Rideout. We are seeking a highly qualified individual with expertise in anatomy, physiology, diabetes research techniques and relevant models, rodent handling, and project management. This role is critical for overseeing daily lab operations, supporting research grant development and reporting, managing the budget, managing junior lab members, conducing diabetes-related studies, research reporting, and ensuring compliance with university standards and safety protocols.

The Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences does world-class research aimed at understanding the fundamental workings of cells and organisms in an effort to identify the underlying causes of human diseases. The Department’s research is diverse, with Investigators working in a wide range of the leading invertebrate and vertebrate model systems and using biochemical, molecular genetic, cellular and physiological approaches. The Department has particular strengths in neuroscience, endocrinology, development and cancer. The robust collaborative spirit between the Department’s Investigators drives increasingly multidisciplinary research programs in each laboratory. This includes the incorporation of the latest technologies in molecular biology, genetics, next-generation genomics, proteomics, bioinformatics, and genetically-engineered animal models to complement our expertise in cell biological and physiology. The research in the Department is also strengthened by our use of advanced imaging capabilities that includes EM, super-resolution, 2-photon, live-cell and high-throughput microscopy. Research in the Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences is providing insight into the fundamental biological processes and pathologies that lie behind many diseases, including cancer, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, to name just a few.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Designs, modifies and performs complex experiments and systems and/or uses technically advanced procedures and conducts complex analysis and interpretation.
• Develops and writes novel animal care and biosafety protocols and develops safety procedures.
• Troubleshoots complex equipment and systems problems.
• Operates and maintains highly specialized equipment requiring extensive training.
• Manages and oversees the daily operations and finances of a laboratory or technical operation for a department, including responsibility for budget, large purchase recommendations, inventory, forecasting and maintenance of financial reports, administration of staff.
• Develops operating procedures and makes recommendation on workflow improvements.
• Oversees the progress of projects and participates in complex research activities.
• Provides instruction and training in the use of specialized techniques and equipment.
• Researches and determines the applicability of new technology and systems related to work.
• Writes reports and assists in writing ethics and grant applications as well as research reporting.
• Supervises, schedules and trains staff and may make recommendations with respect to hiring and providing input into staff performance.
• Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.
• Maintains rodent colonies.
• Maintains detailed budgeting and safety records.
• Develops standardized lab protocols.
• Coordinates training and reagents with other labs.
  
  

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Anatomy, Physiology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field, with extensive experience in diabetes research, project management, animal protocols, and sex-based analysis. Applicants must have a minimum of two years of demonstrated research and project management experience.

Candidates interested must apply via the UBC Careers website.

Expected Start Date: June 15, 2025

The expected pay range for this position is $83,182 per annum.

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