Research Associate

University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia seeks a Research Associate to join the Cullis Laboratory in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The role focuses on RNA therapeutics, drug delivery, and nanomedicine, with duties spanning design, synthesis, and formulation development.

You will perform in vitro and in vivo studies, analyze samples with flow cytometry and cytokine assays, and contribute to single-cell RNA sequencing experiments, manuscript preparation, and conference presentations.

Qualifications

• PhD with post-doctoral work in RNA therapeutics, drug delivery or nanomedicine.
• Strong scientific background and technical proficiency.
• Excellent communication and record of research output.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team.
• Willingness to lead and contribute as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesize RNA, and produce nanoparticle formulations.
• Conduct in vitro and in vivo analyses of formulations.
• Collaborate to analyze in vivo samples using flow cytometry and cytokine assays.
• Perform single-cell RNA sequencing analyses and data interpretation.
• Analyze data, prepare manuscripts, and present findings at group meetings.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

RNA therapeutics

Drug delivery

Nanomedicine

Education

PhD in a related field

Post-doctoral experience

Tools

Flow cytometry

Cytokine assays

Single-cell RNA sequencing

Job description

Job TitleResearch AssociateJob CategoryFaculty Non BargainingJob Family GroupAcademicDepartmentCullis Laboratory | Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | Faculty of Medicine (Pieter Cullis (Retired - Active))Job End DateNovember 30, 2027Posting End DateNovember 18, 2026Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.The expected salary for this position is $76,128.The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the University of British Columbia will be hiring a Research Associate at 100% FTE to join the laboratory of Dr. Pieter Cullis.For more than fifty years, the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology has played an active and important role at UBC and in the greater scientific community. The Department is home to approximately 90 research laboratories from fifteen Departments organized into nine research clusters, fostering a strong foundation for innovation and collaborations. All members of the Department maintain active, well-funded research programs that encompass many areas of modern biochemistry, and molecular and structural biology. The Department hosts an active Graduate program with more than 90 students and offers over fifteen undergraduate courses and laboratory courses for honours, major and minor Undergraduate programs.Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:Designing and synthesizing RNA, producing nanoparticle formulations, conducting in vitro and in vivo analysis of formulations, and working with collaborators to analyze in vivo samples using flow cytometry, cytokine assays and single cell RNA sequencing. Additional responsibilities include data analysis, preparation of scientific manuscripts, and presentation of research findings at group meetings and scientific conferences.The successful candidate should have the following:PhD and Post-doctoral work related to RNA therapeutics, drug delivery, nanomedicine, and a solid scientific and technical background.Excellent communication skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding team environment.Has the drive and enthusiasm to lead and work as a member of a team.Candidates interested must apply via the UBC Careers website.UBC - One of the World's Leading UniversitiesAs one of the world's leading universities, the University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada and the world.UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.