Research Associate, Hein Research Laboratory

University of British Columbia
Location: British Columbia
Date Posted: 03/04/2025
Application Deadline: 02/05/2025
Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Hein Research Laboratory at the University of British Columbia, supported by the Acceleration Consortium (AC) and the Apogee Canada Research Excellence Fund (FAPC), is seeking a research associate to lead software development and the implementation of robotic and automated workflows to optimize chemical reactions. This role involves creating Python scripts for automating experiments and supervising student researchers.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage research project objectives, milestones, and timelines.

• Collaborate with other researchers and staff, both internal and within the AC network.

• Supervise graduate and undergraduate students in their research work.

• Create and modify Python scripts for automating laboratory instruments.

• Contribute to high-quality outcomes, including publications, conference presentations, funding applications, and reports.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry with a minimum of three years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated experience in laboratory automation and software orchestration.

• Ability to work independently, demonstrate sound judgment, and analyze problems to propose solutions.

Organizational Status

The research associate will report to Dr. Jason Hein, Professor in the Department of Chemistry at UBC. The nature of the interdisciplinary research conducted at the Hein Laboratory requires close collaboration and effective teamwork.

Supervision

• Supervise graduate and undergraduate students on research tasks and deliverables.

• Work independently under the general direction of the principal investigator.

Start Date and Contract Duration

The position is expected to begin on May 1, 2025, or a mutually agreed-upon date, with an initial two-year contract, renewable.

Equity and Diversity

UBC actively encourages applications from underrepresented groups in accordance with the British Columbia Human Rights Code.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the UBC online job board: Online Application by May 2, 2025.

Applications should include a CV and contact information for references.