Staff - Non Union Job Category Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants Job Profile Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 3 Job Title Biotechnology Technician Department Research Support | Measday Research Group | Food, Nutrition and Health Program | Faculty of Land and Food Systems Compensation Range $4,567.04 - $5,385.67 CAD Monthly Posting End Date November 19, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date December 12, 2026 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. Job Summary The Biotechnology Technician will run high-throughput yeast assays and sequencing analyses using CFI funded equipment. The technician will be responsible for operating and performing regular Quality Control assays include an Agilent 4150 TapeStation, a Diagenode Bioruptor Pico sonicator, a Biorad Thermal Cycler, a Beckman Coulter liquid handler and a Singer Pinning Robot (ROTOR+). This position will work with Singer Instruments and Beckman Coulter to develop new high-throughput protocols that the Measday lab requires. These protocols will be used directly or further modified by all end users of this equipment. This position will also manage the lab ordering and train new undergraduate and graduate students. Organizational Status This position reports directly to the principal investigator (PI), Dr. Vivien Measday, assisting the PI with her research lab at UBC. This position will interact with current undergraduate and graduate students and future members of the Measday lab, as the lab members of Dr. Corey Nislow in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences. The development of yeast high-throughput protocols will require working with Singer Instruments and Beckman Coulter employees. Work Performed Operates a Singer ROTOR+ pinning robot and a Biomek i5 liquid handling robot to develop and carry out automated yeast assays in agar and 96-well liquid plates. Operates a Diagenode Bioruptor Pico sonicator, Biorad Thermal Cycler and an Agilent Tapestation to prepare samples for Illumina sequencing glassware and other items, making stock solutions for the lab. Analyzes Illumina sequencing data Operates an Applied Biosystems qPCR machine (QuantStudio 6 Pro) for cDNA and gene expression analyses Carries out western blots Operates a yeast tetrad dissection microscope Typical yeast protocols such as growing yeast strains, yeast strain construction, tetrad dissection, yeast transformation Oversees lab equipment maintenance and orders reagents. Maintains the -80C freezer, -20C freezer, 4C fridge and autoclave. Organizes and cleans out the 4C and -20C walk-in cold room. Places orders for necessary reagents in a timely manner. Performs other media and lab maintenance duties. Makes plate and liquid media, sterilizing media, washing and sterilizing Performs other duties as required. Consequence of Error/Judgement Poor judgement will result in delays in research and poor data which will negatively impact the validity of the experiments and the reputation of the research lab. Supervision Received Directly supervised Dr. Measday. The PI will monitor the work performed by this position. Lab duties and generated data will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Supervision Given The Biotechnology Technician will train undergraduate and graduate students on the use of the CFI funded equipment, lab protocols, as well as train new Measday lab members on a variety of lab procedures such as the use of sterile technique, yeast strain maintenance and yeast media production. 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 Preference for a BSc degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology or Biochemistry. MSc in Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology or Biochemistry is preferred. Technical proficiency in qPCR and Illumina sequencing library generation. Illumina sequence analysis using necessary software. Excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines. Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively. Attention to detail. Verbal and written communication skills. Strong computer skills, including MS Office, internet usage, and email communication. The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together? 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.
