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University of British Columbia

Aug 2

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Research & Development
  • £69K
  • Vancouver

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Cancer Biology or equivalent. Minimum of 5 years of recent, relevant research experience. Demonstrated experience in scientific research, project management, and dissemination of results in the form of peer-reviewed research publications and conference dissemination. Knowledge in extracellular vesicles and cancer biology is considered an asset.
  • SKILLS:
  • Excellent knowledge of specialized laboratory techniques and procedures used in extracellular vesicle work.
  • Experience in molecular biology techniques, biochemistry, and cell culture-based methods (i.e., plasmid transformations, reporter assays, immunoprecipitation, western blot, live cell imaging, image analysis, mass spectrometry). Successful applicant will have excellent problem-solving skills, in addition to good organizational, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills.
  • Applicant will have skills in statistical data analysis, data handling, data interpretation, generation of figures for research publications.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team setting and also to work independently as directed is needed. Drive and enthusiasm to both lead and work as a team member with a collaborative group. Effective oral and written communication, analytical and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational skills and an enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research.

Responsibilities

  • Propose, design, and implement research procedures to support experimental questions
  • Work independently on research projects and support trainee research projects
  • Apply standard and unique experimental techniques by utilizing technical and theoretical expertise to plan, coordinate, and execute assigned research project. Will use techniques for extracellular vesicle isolation, characterization, and function. This includes, but is not limited to, differential centrifugation, size exclusion chromatography, fixed and live cell imaging, DLS, NTA, preparation of samples for mass spectrometry
  • Collect, records, analyses, validates, interprets, organizes and presents research data to Principal Investigator
  • Participate in grant writing to secure funding
  • Participate in manuscript writing and editing
  • Prepare analyzed data for publication using illustrator
  • Maintain excellent record of all data collected and ensure data storage and backup of all raw and analyzed data on Williams lab shared drive
  • Support trainee project by assisting in experimental design, execution, and manuscript generation and editing

FAQs

What is the expected salary for the Research Associate position?

The expected salary for this position is $69,000.

What qualifications are required for the Research Associate position?

A Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Cancer Biology, or an equivalent field, along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant research experience.

What is the length of the appointment for the Research Associate?

The length of the appointment is up to 1 year at a time.

Where is the Williams Lab located?

The Williams Lab is located on the UBC Vancouver campus at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

What are the main responsibilities of the Research Associate?

The main responsibilities include proposing and implementing research procedures, working independently and supporting trainee research projects, and participating in grant writing and manuscript preparation.

When is the application deadline for this position?

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on August 31, 2024.

What type of research will the Research Associate be involved in?

The Research Associate will focus on nanotechnology projects aimed at developing oncology-based diagnostic tests and working with extracellular vesicles.

Will the Research Associate need to train other staff?

Yes, the Research Associate will be responsible for providing direction and training to trainees and technical staff as appropriate.

What is the expected start date for the successful candidate?

The expected start date is September 23, 2024.

Are there any specific skills required for this position?

Yes, excellent knowledge of specialized laboratory techniques related to extracellular vesicle work, experience with molecular biology techniques, and strong problem-solving skills are required.

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The University of British Columbia is a public research university in British Columbia, Canada. Founded in 1908 as the McGill University College of British Columbia, the university became independent and adopted its current name in 1915