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A leading research institution is seeking a Research Technician 2 for its Kobor Laboratory. This role involves assisting with data entry, sample quality control, and maintaining databases for epigenetics projects. Candidates should possess at least a high school graduation and two years of relevant experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, along with a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Monthly reports to the supervisor will be required. The position is located in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Job Category: Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants
Job Title: Research Technician 2
Department: Kobor Laboratory | Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics | Faculty of Medicine
Compensation Range: $4,333.86 - $5,155.61 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date: February 19, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date: March 1, 2027
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.
This position’s primary purpose is to assist with basic routine data entry, documentation, database maintenance, and code reviews of existing epigenetics projects.
This position will report to Dr. Michael Kobor who is the Principal Investigator.
The work described follows established protocols and techniques. The position requires strong organizational, multi-tasking and communication skills. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential. Errors could compromise the scientific integrity of the project.
Works with a senior bioinformatician.
Monthly reports to Dr. Michael Kobor at lab meetings.
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High school graduation, some additional training in a related field and a minimum two years of related experience or an 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.
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