Cleanroom Process Engineer Biodevice Foundry

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Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Non Union

Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 3

Cleanroom Process Engineer Biodevice Foundry

Kaigala | School of Biomedical Engineering | Faculty of Medicine

$4,567.04 - $5,385.67 CAD Monthly

February 22, 2026

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

February 22, 2027

This part‑time role, equivalent to 80% of a full‑time position. Compensation is pro‑rated.

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.

The School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME) at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is a partnership between the Faculties of Applied Science and Medicine, established in 2017. The School is a nucleus for education and training, research, and innovation in biomedical engineering, creating new knowledge, new academic and training programs, and fostering translation and innovation. Its vision is to transform health and healthcare for all, achieved through innovative research and education at the convergence of engineering, medicine and biology.

Through collaborative, innovative, and interdisciplinary approaches and building on UBC’s academic and research excellence, the School of Biomedical Engineering aspires to be a global leader in biomedical engineering research, education and translation. The SBME has two locations on Vancouver’s campus, the Gordon B Shrum building and the Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). For more information about the School of Biomedical Engineering, please visit

The Biodevice Foundry () is a core‑facility based in the UBC’s School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME) which is a state‑of‑the‑art facility for the design, fabrication, packaging and application of Biodevices across biological scales that will lead innovation and capacity development in areas of biotech and life sciences. In this ~450 m² of space, the facility has been built around a cleanroom, biofunctionalization area, machine shop and a rapid prototyping facility.

The individual will lead cleanroom processes in the facility, including tool operation, maintenance, process design and development, as well as support user training and service. The individual will use their expertise to lead process and tool operation is photolithography, wet chemistry, thin‑film deposition and etching, as well as characterization techniques.

Reports to the Scientific Director of the Biodevice Foundry. Works closely with the Operations Manager of the Foundry.

• Executes microfabrication processes including surface cleaning, contact and maskless photolithography, wet chemistry procedures, and thin‑film deposition and etching.
• Operates and maintains equipment such as direct laser writer, mask aligner, DRIE system, deposition tools, spin coaters, profilometer, and related characterization instruments.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses process or equipment issues involving vacuum systems, gas delivery, electrical, and control components, using appropriate test equipment, technical documentation, and vendor resources.
• Performs routine and corrective maintenance, which may include gas connection, system calibration, consumable replacement, and coordination with external service providers when required.
• Develops and updates standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process guidelines to ensure consistent and safe operation of cleanroom tools.
• Provides training and technical support to cleanroom users, and assists with process development for applications in bioengineering, microfluidics, sensors, and electronics.
• Monitors equipment performance, ensures adherence to safety protocols, and identifies potential hazards, ensuring that tools are removed from service when unsafe or out of specification.
• Supports…