Staff - Union Job Category CUPE 116 Job Profile CUPE 116 Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2 Job Title Research Technician Department Student Research Support | R. Wang | Department of Materials Engineering | Faculty of Applied Science Compensation Range $4,426.00 - $4,845.00 CAD Monthly Posting End Date December 4, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date December 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 Over its long history, the Department of Materials Engineering at UBC (referred to as the Department) has distinguished itself with excellence in research, teaching and service in the field of Materials Engineering. The Department has a strong record of collaborative work within UBC and industry and promotes interdisciplinary research. The Research Technician works under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team. Key responsibilities include obtaining patient consent and bone tissue samples, coordinating with the pathology department, processing tissues for histology and microscopy, analyzing specimens, and preparing technical reports. Organizational Status The Research Technician reports directly to the Laboratory Principal Investigator (PI) and works collaboratively with other technicians, faculty, students and staff in the building. Work Performed Communicates with surgeons, other research staff, and patients to obtain patients consent on using fractured bone tissues. Coordinates with pathology department to obtain bone tissues. Processes bone tissues for histology and microscopy in the lab at the Centre for Aging SMART. Analyzes bone specimens using various microscopy techniques. Conducts data analyses and writes technical reports. Consequence of Error/Judgement The successful applicant is expected to have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Errors in judgment could compromise the results of research projects, and therefore impact the credibility of the unit, school, research members and various stakeholders. Supervision Received This position receives general direction from the PI on assignment of new duties and escalates new or unusual problems. Collaborates with other technicians, faculty, students and staff. Supervision Given Incumbent will oversee the work of students in lower classifications and facilitate meetings with students, offer guidance on their presentations of experimental results and experimental designs for upcoming initiatives, and provide support for their manuscript and thesis inquiries as required. Minimum Qualifications 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 Preferred Qualifications Previous experience with biomolecular lab techniques preferred. Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to effectively use at a basic level computer system, internet browsers and Office products (e.g., Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel). Must communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Works effectively independently and in a team environment. Previous experience in research article writing. 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.
