Research Technician – Early Embryo Models

About the role

The School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia is seeking a Research Technician (Level 3) to join the Shakiba Laboratory. The position supports an interdisciplinary project that combines in‑vitro and in‑silico embryo models to investigate early mammalian development.

Key responsibilities

• Generate embryo‑like structures from mouse and human embryonic stem cells.
• Perform immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, and microscopy to analyse the structures.
• Develop and apply image‑analysis workflows using IMARIS, Fiji, and related tools.
• Implement computational simulations of early embryonic development with Python and R Studio.
• Maintain cell‑culture facilities, record experimental data, and ensure compliance with lab safety protocols.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biomedical engineering, or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with stem‑cell culture and laboratory techniques.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced research environment.
• Strong written communication skills for documentation and reporting.

Required skills

• Immunohistochemistry
• Flow cytometry
• Microscopy
• Image analysis (IMARIS, Fiji)
• Python programming
• R Studio
• Cell‑culture techniques

What we offer

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Professional development opportunities within a leading biomedical engineering school.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and interdisciplinary collaboration.