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Laboratory Assistant
@ The University of British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia
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Overview
The University of British Columbia is hiring a part-time Laboratory Assistant in the Civil Engineering Workshop of the Faculty of Applied Science. The role assists graduate students with structural system testing, specimen preparation and simple lab tests, and keeps the lab clean and equipment in working order. The position is a CUPE 116 salaried role paying $3,649 to $3,869 CAD monthly, with a job end date of April 30, 2028.
Responsibilities:
- Assist graduate students with structural system testing
- Prepare test specimens
- Perform simple laboratory tests
- Record and enter test data accurately
- Keep the laboratory clean and equipment stored and working
Requirements summary:
- High school graduation or equivalent education and experience
- Workshop testing experience preferred
- Bachelor's or Master's in civil or structural engineering preferred
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Laboratory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Education | High school (required), Bachelor’s degree (preferred), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering |
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Job description
Job Title
Laboratory Assistant
Job Category
CUPE 116
Job Profile
CUPE 116 Salaried - Laboratory Assistant
Job Family Group
Staff - Union
Department
Yang | Department of Civil Engineering | Faculty of Applied Science
Compensation Range
$3,649.00 - $3,869.00 CAD Monthly
Job End Date
April 30, 2028
Posting End Date
October 23, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
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
To assist with laboratory tasks related to research activities within the Civil Engineering Workshop.
Organizational Status
The Lab Assistant reports to the Head Engineering Technician in-charge and interacts with graduate students and other research assistants in the team.
Work Performed
The research assistant will assist graduate students in testing novel structural system, specimen preparation and help them in performing simple tests. He/she will also be responsible in keeping the laboratory clean and ensuring that all equipment in the laboratory are properly stored and in working order.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Errors in performing tests and data recording and entry harm the projects.
Supervision Received
Supervised by Head Engineering Technician in-charge.
Supervision Given
None.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience working in Workshop testing or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to those with a Bachelors and/or Master s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and with relevant laboratory experience. Training for specific laboratory tests and tasks will be provided on the job. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to gather, record, and organize information. Ability to effectively use MS Word for Windows and MS Excel. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
Laboratory Assistant
Job Category
CUPE 116
Job Profile
CUPE 116 Salaried - Laboratory Assistant
Job Family Group
Staff - Union
Department
Yang | Department of Civil Engineering | Faculty of Applied Science
Compensation Range
$3,649.00 - $3,869.00 CAD Monthly
Job End Date
April 30, 2028
Posting End Date
October 23, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
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
To assist with laboratory tasks related to research activities within the Civil Engineering Workshop.
Organizational Status
The Lab Assistant reports to the Head Engineering Technician in-charge and interacts with graduate students and other research assistants in the team.
Work Performed
The research assistant will assist graduate students in testing novel structural system, specimen preparation and help them in performing simple tests. He/she will also be responsible in keeping the laboratory clean and ensuring that all equipment in the laboratory are properly stored and in working order.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Errors in performing tests and data recording and entry harm the projects.
Supervision Received
Supervised by Head Engineering Technician in-charge.
Supervision Given
None.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation 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
Experience working in Workshop testing or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to those with a Bachelors and/or Master s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and with relevant laboratory experience. Training for specific laboratory tests and tasks will be provided on the job. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to gather, record, and organize information. Ability to effectively use MS Word for Windows and MS Excel. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
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