Technical Analyst for Sustainable Bio-based Materials

About the role

The UBC BioProducts Institute is seeking a Technical Analyst to support the development of sustainable, plant‑derived materials. This paid internship will be based at the UBC Vancouver campus with the possibility of hybrid remote work.

Key responsibilities

• Support the creation of Techno‑Economic Analyses (TEA) including process flow diagrams, equipment sizing, costing and sensitivity studies.
• Assist in defining project scopes, schedules and objectives.
• Conduct high‑level technical reviews and contribute to process optimisation.
• Characterise material samples using analytical methods and help fine‑tune manufacturing processes.

Required profile

• Strong interest in sustainable technologies and bio‑based materials.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, scientists and business professionals.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive monthly stipend ranging from $4,597.80 to $5,469.59 CAD.
• Mentorship from senior researchers and industry experts.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge projects in the emerging bio‑products market.
• Potential post‑internship employment opportunities in bioproducts, forestry, agriculture and circular economy sectors.