Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job Title Technician in Mass Spectrometry – DeMarco Lab Department DeMarco Lab | James Hogg Research Centre | Faculty of Medicine Posting End Date May 29, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date Mar 31, 2026 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. Job Summary The position of mass spectrometry technician is available in the lab of Dr. Mari DeMarco in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of British Columbia: www.DeMarcoLab.ca The successful applicant will support innovative projects in the development and application of protein biomarker tests to improve patient care, including research on Alzheimer’s disease and related neurodegenerative disorders. The lab is located at St Paul’s Hospital, a teaching hospital of the University of British Columbia in downtown Vancouver, Canada. Our laboratory specializes in protein mass spectrometry, with particular expertise in targeted MRM methods for protein characterization and quantification. The majority of mass spec analyses are performed on liquid chromatography (UPLC and HPLC) systems coupled to triple quadrupoles. Biological samples may require preparation for analysis on accurate-mass high-resolution mass spectrometers, which are maintained by core proteomics facilities/collaborators. The lab also has a wealth of other cutting-edge analytical technologies beyond mass spectrometry for biomarker analysis, along with relevant instrumentation for sample preparation. The successful applicant will join a dedicated, experienced, and highly motivated team working to develop and implement new protein-based diagnostic tests in a collaborative clinical environment. This position offers opportunities for professional development, collaboration with industry and academic partners, and contribution to publications in this rapidly evolving field. While this posting is for a fixed term, it is anticipated that this position will be extended should the candidate be a good fit. Interested applicants should submit the following items as one PDF file: (1) cover letter relevant to this posting, (2) CV and (3) the names and contact information of three references. Organizational Status The technician will report to the supervisor. Work Performed - Prepares materials needed to perform experiments - Receives, processes and organizes study samples and related data - Performs biological sample preparation (e.g., immunoprecipitation, solid phase extraction) - Plans and performs mass spectrometry experiments - Operates, maintains and troubleshoots problems with lab equipment, including but not limited to triple quadrupole and MALDI-TOF mass spectrometers - Collects and maintains research data, study logs and other documentation - Communicates effectively and professionally with the research team, collaborators and staff - General laboratory duties - Related duties as required Consequence of Error/Judgement Work will be assessed on an ongoing basis by the supervisor. Errors might result in data being lost requiring repeating parts of the research or the loss of precious clinical specimens, negatively impacting research productivity and delaying project timelines. Supervision Received Supervision and guidance will be provided primarily by the supervisor and more senior members of the lab. Supervision Given May oversee and direct the work of more junior members of the lab. Minimum Qualifications Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three 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 Preferred Qualifications Graduate degree in a relevant scientific discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Application: Interested applicants should submit the following items as one PDF file: (1) cover letter relevant to this posting, (2) CV and (3) the names and contact information of three references. We value each individual and the unique skills and background they bring to our community. We offer a wide variety of career opportunities and encourage you to explore your true potential in an environment that fosters professional and personal growth. 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, and/or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca.
