research biologist

Healstone Biotech Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology firm in Metro Vancouver seeks a qualified supervisor to oversee laboratory staff and conduct significant biomedical studies. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include supervising personnel, conducting data analysis, and planning biological studies in a fast-paced environment. The position is on-site and offers comprehensive benefits including dental and vision care, life insurance, and paid time off.

Benefits

Dental plan

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• 1-2 years of experience in relevant fields.
• Proven skills in project management and process design.

Responsibilities

• Supervise laboratory and medical personnel.
• Conduct biostatistical data analysis.
• Plan studies on environmental and biological characteristics.
• Conduct laboratory studies for biomedical applications.

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Master's degree
  
  

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Chinese
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Supervise laboratory technical personnel, medical clinical personnel, graduate students, research scientists and other professionals
• Conduct biostatistical data analysis using computer modelling techniques
• Plan and conduct studies of the environment, and of the population, distribution, structure and functional characteristics and behaviour of plants and animals
• Conduct clinical or laboratory studies to test, evaluate and screen drugs, pharmaceuticals and nanoparticles used in biomedical applications
• Conduct molecular or biochemical studies and experiments in genetic expression, gene manipulation and recombinant DNA technology to develop new or alternative methods of producing products
• Conduct research into the structure, function, ecology, biotechnology and genetics of micro-organisms, including bacteria, fungi, protozoans, and algae
• Conduct studies into the identification, effects and control of human, plant and animal pathogens and toxins
• Prepare research papers, educational texts or articles
• Interpret trends and developments on health issues
• Develop policies, standards and guidelines
• Produce articles to provide health information to association or organization members
• Monitor and compile research results
  
  

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people
  
  

Experience and specialization

Industrial processes and biological studies

• Product development
  
  

Policy and program experience

• Addiction or substance abuse
• HIV and AIDS
  
  

Research experience

• Experimental or quantitative
• Qualitative research
  
  

Area of work experience

• Biotechnical company
• Industrial research and development
• Research institute, laboratory or centre
• Statistical analysis
• Research and development
  
  

Medical specialization

• Biochemistry
• Immunology
• Microbiology
• Virology
• Biomedical science
  
  

Area of specialization

• Project management
• Process design or development
  
  

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Work under pressure
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  
  

Personal suitability

• Team player
• Accurate
• Time management
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
  
  

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
  
  

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Travel insurance
  
  

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
  
  

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
  
  

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers