Research Assistant 2
- Kelowna, BC, Canada
Full-time
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Job Summary
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.These are fully qualified working level positions. Incumbents have directly related laboratory experience and familiarity with specific research programs and methodologies of the hiring laboratory. They work under supervision and perform experiments by following established laboratory procedures. They report to the Department Head, Principal Investigator, or designate.
Duties/Accountabilities
A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to graduation from a recognized Bachelor’s program in an appropriate discipline (e.g. Bachelor of Science); plus two (2) years of recent related experience in a research laboratory.
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.These are fully qualified working level positions. Incumbents have directly related laboratory experience and familiarity with specific research programs and methodologies of the hiring laboratory. They work under supervision and perform experiments by following established laboratory procedures. They report to the Department Head, Principal Investigator, or designate.
Duties/Accountabilities
- Performs a variety of established technical procedures according to written protocols.
- Performs experiments by following established laboratory procedures according to written protocols.
- Records results, including computer data entry.
- Provides input regarding modification of procedures as requested by the Department Head, Principal Investigator, or designate.
- Maintains and stores cell lines and primary cultures.
- Maintains and stores test materials and products.
- Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment.
- May demonstrate work methods or procedures to less experienced assistants as designated.
A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to graduation from a recognized Bachelor’s program in an appropriate discipline (e.g. Bachelor of Science); plus two (2) years of recent related experience in a research laboratory.
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Responsibilities
Perform established laboratory procedures and research experiments under supervision, following written protocols. Record and enter results, maintain cell lines, cultures, test materials, supplies, and equipment, and provide input on procedure modifications when requested.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline, such as a Bachelor of Science, or equivalent education, training, and experience. Requires two years of recent related research laboratory experience.
Skills
- Laboratory Procedures
- Research Experiments
- Written Protocols
- Data Recording
- Computer Data Entry
- Cell Line Maintenance
- Primary Culture Maintenance
- Laboratory Supply and Equipment Management
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Categories
- Science & Research
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Research Laboratory
- Laboratory Experience
- Research Programs
- Research Methodologies
- Laboratory Procedures
- Written Protocols
- Research Experiments
- Data Recording
- Computer Data Entry
- Procedure Modification
- Cell Lines
- Primary Cultures
- Test Materials
- Laboratory Supplies
- Laboratory Equipment
- Patient Safety
- Quality Improvement