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University of British Columbia

research assistant

Vancouver, BC, Canada

$4,399 to $4,615 CAD / month · Full-time

Within 25 km of Burnaby · About 12.2 km from the city centre

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Job details

Pay: $4,399 to $4,615 CAD / month
Job type: Full-time
Posted: Oct 6, 2026

Original job description

Staff - Union

Job Category

CUPE 116

Job Profile

CUPE 116 Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 1

Job Title

research assistant

Department

Biotechnology & Chemistry of Wood Fibres Research | Department of Wood Science | Faculty of Forestry and Environmental Stewardship

Compensation Range

$4,399.00 - $4,615.00 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

October 13, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

January 31, 2027

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 Summary
The cell wall chemistry research assistant (RA) will participate in sample preparation, sample extraction, sample analysis, and research logistics.

Organizational Status
This position is in the new Plant Cell Wall Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Laboratory, led by Dr. Shawn Mansfield in the Department of Wood Science. The RA will support research by Dr. Mansfield and his post-docs and graduate students; they may be assisted by undergraduates on some projects.

Work Performed
Core responsibilities:

Collect samples sites throughout BC

Prepare plant samples (dry and grind samples)

Extract samples with organic solvents, using Soxhlet extractor and Extreva extractor

Undertake routine chemical analysis of plant samples (Klason analysis; thioacidolysis) following detailed instructions. Any unexpected results will be referred to the researcher.
Enter data, format data for analyses and prepare data summaries

Consequence of Error/Judgement

The RA will have access to Dr. Mansfield’s post-docs/grad students to help make decisions in the lab or via phone or Slack messaging. However, they will need to make decisions about safe conditions to complete laboratory work based on standard chemical laboratory safety plans.

Supervision Received

Dr. Mansfield and his postdocs will provide primary supervision in the lab. Training will be provided for the skill set needed for project. Updates will be provided on request or as needed as projects evolve.

Supervision Given
For repetitive tasks (e.g., plant sample grinding and extractions) the RA will supervise undergraduate research assistants.

Minimum Qualifications
-High school graduation and a minimum one year of related experience 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

-An understanding to plant cell wall chemistry and structure

-Knowledge of tree chemistry analytical techniques

Preferred Qualifications

-Experience conducting plant biomass extraction with organic solvents

-Previous work measuring plant chemistry using the Klason and thioacidolysis techniques

-Motivated to work in a diverse team including highly motivated plant cell wall biochemists and molecular biologists.

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Responsibilities

The research assistant will perform plant sample collection, preparation, and chemical analysis within the laboratory. They are also responsible for managing research logistics, data entry, and supervising undergraduate research assistants.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience. A strong understanding of plant cell wall chemistry and tree chemistry analytical techniques is required.

Skills

Sample preparation
Sample extraction
Chemical analysis
Soxhlet extraction
Extreva extraction
Klason analysis
Thioacidolysis
Data entry
Data analysis
Laboratory safety
Plant cell wall chemistry
Biochemistry
Molecular biology
Research logistics
Supervision

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Hiring contact

Shawn Mansfield

Keywords

Research Assistant
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Wood Science
Plant Cell Wall
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
Sample Preparation
Soxhlet Extractor
Extreva Extractor
Klason Analysis
Thioacidolysis
Data Management
Laboratory Safety
Forestry
Environmental Stewardship
Plant Biomass
Organic Solvents
Research Logistics
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