Job Summary

• This Research Assistant Technician 1 position involves the daily care of laboratory mice, including cage changing, cleaning, and data maintenance within the Transgenic Animal Facility's Specific Pathogen Free animal unit.
• Responsibilities include general upkeep of the animal facility, disinfecting rooms, and strictly adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and UBC's Animal Care Committee guidelines.
• The role requires weekend work, occasional statutory holiday coverage, and the physical ability to lift up to 25kg, with attention to detail being critical for maintaining invaluable research mouse strains.

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Salary

$4,109.47 - $4,507.06 CAD Monthly; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Key Requirements

• High school graduation and one year related experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Mosaic mouse colony management system experience preferred
• VOA certification and one year related experience preferred
• CALAS certification at ALAT level preferred

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