Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
March 15, 2027
This is a 80% part-time position (30 hours per week).Compensation will pro-rated.
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 Description Summary
The School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME) at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is a partnership between the Faculties of Applied Science and Medicine, established in 2017. The School is a nucleus for education and training, research, and innovation in biomedical engineering, creating new knowledge, new academic and training programs, and fostering translation and innovation. Its vision is to transform health and healthcare for all, achieved through innovative research and education at the convergence of engineering, medicine and biology. Through collaborative, innovative, and interdisciplinary approaches and building on UBC’s academic and research excellence, the School of Biomedical Engineering aspires to be a global leader in biomedical engineering research, education and translation. The SBME has two locations on Vancouver’s campus, the Gordon B Shrum building and the Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). For more information about the School of Biomedical Engineering, please visit https://www.bme.ubc.ca/.
The Biomedical Research Centre animal facility within the School of Biomedical Engineering (SMBE) is a ~3000 square foot animal research facility, housing over 2400 cages. This facility provides skilled technicians, husbandry staff, procedure space, equipment and technical guidance in support of UBC researchers.
The incumbent works within the Transgenic Animal Facility's Specific Pathogen Free animal unit. Responsibilities include washing dirty cages, cleaning cage storage areas, sanitizing all cage components and related equipment, and operating mechanical cage, rack, and bottle washers in accordance with unit Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the guidelines established by the UBC's Animal Care Committee. The incumbent will be required to work a flexible schedule from Tuesday to Friday, including statutory holidays.
Organizational Status
Reports to the Manager and works closely with all other members of the animal unit.
Work Performed
Duties include:
Operates cage washer, autoclave, generator, bedding disposal unit, and bottle washer.
Scrapes, empties, cleans and disinfects cages. Refills cages and water for autoclaving.
Full room and equipment sterilization as required by the Unit SOPs.
Receives and stocks food, bedding and cleaning chemicals.
Performs other related duties as required (Maintains stock room, updates management on supply levels, liaises with students and PIs, waste disposal, works to maintain the SPF standard of the facility).
Heavy lifting required ( up to a maximum of 25kg). Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Failure to complete required cleaning and sterilizing protocols will result in contamination of the unit which will delay research results and publications and cause harm to the research animals.
Supervision Received
Works under direct supervision, following oral instructions and to established procedures.
Supervision Given
May provide training and instruction to seasonal staff as required.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation 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
Related experience in a scientific research lab preferred.
Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
Familiarity maintaining a clean and sanitary environment for animals.