Python Job: Research Assistant - Schaeffer lab

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Location

Remote Position
(From Everywhere/No Office Location)

Job type

Full-Time

Python Job Details

Staff - Non Union
Job Category
M&P - AAPS
Job Profile
AAPS Salaried - Research and Facilitation, Level A
Job Title
Research Assistant - Schaeffer lab
Department
Schaeffer Laboratory | Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine | Faculty of Medicine
Compensation Range
$4,688.67 - $6,754.00 CAD Monthly
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Posting End Date
November 24, 2022
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.
Job End Date
Dec 5, 2023
This position is located within a health-care facility. Therefore, this positions requires successful verification of full vaccination against Covid-19 provided prior to the start date, as required by the provincial health mandate.
The anticipated start date for this position is December 5, 2022. The term is for one year with the possibility of extension.
In your application please include (1) a cover letter, and (2) a CV or resume.
Job Summary
Pancreas Centre BC is a unique partnership between BC Cancer, Vancouver Coastal Health and the University of British Columbia. With a focus on translation into patient care, we utilize a wide range of in vitro and genomic approaches. The laboratory is compared of several diverse projects, with a rich educational environment relating to pancreatic malignancies. We are looking for an outstanding candidate to advance personalized treatment options and understanding of pancreatic tumours.

Organizational Status
Reports directly to the Principal Investigator.

Work Performed
  • Oversees the design and implementation of research projects which include analysis of feasibility and application of a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts.
  • Oversee the collection of tissue from clinical sites and implement strategies for improvement.
  • Identifies new data required to develop publications and develops procedures for the collection, verification, management of data and carries out research.
  • Conduct analysis to characterize the genomes and transcriptomes of cancer cells.
  • Participate in meetings to project coordination and data generation strategy..
  • Drafts and submits research papers and presents work to peers.
  • Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and develops interpretative reports.
  • Assists the PI in preparing of grant applications and manuscripts as appropriate
  • Oversees the training and supervises the experiments of undergraduate research assistants.
  • Designs working study protocols and implements strategies to improve workflow.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Errors may have deleterious impact on experiments to be performed.
Intermittent errors would necessitate review of quality control techniques and continual errors in routine work could lead to discipline or dismissal.

Supervision Received
Under overall supervision of the Principal Investigator.

Supervision Given
None

Minimum Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Oncology or Cell Biology strongly preferred.
  • Experience with primary mammalian cell culture including organoids
  • Experience in genomics and the analysis of sequencing data
  • Fluency in one or more programming languages, such as Python and R
  • Experience using graphing programs such as Prism, Excel, etc
  • Ability to collaborate proficiently and communicate effectively with colleagues and management teams.
  • Ability to contribute in a meaningful way to scientific discourse.
  • Ability to think critically and learn independently.
  • Excellent communication and organization skills and ability to efficiently manage time and workflow, including skillfully prioritizing both long-term projects and day-to-day responsibilities.
  • Previous experience in cancer research
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to function in a team- oriented environment with other scientists, clinicians and staff
  • Highly motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and able to take initiative.