Senior Research Manager

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time
Job Summary

The Senior Research Manager plays a pivotal role in the achievement of Dr. Suzanne Simard's research program. By leveraging a collaborative approach, the incumbent will lead the development of research programs, projects, and budgets. The Senior Research Manager is responsible for identifying research synergy opportunities for future projects and programs, providing expert professional consulting to external facilities, ensuring that programs integrate traditional Indigenous ecological knowledge values, and leading strategic financial planning and implementation for research projects and programs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Establishes and drives strategic priorities for sustainable forest management in a changing climate research program, with a focus on the Mother Tree Project.
  • Determines the strategic direction of the program and develops projects in alignment with the broader unit direction.
  • Oversees the full HR lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and offboarding.
  • Directs the development and implementation of joint research programs with provincial and national impact.
  • Leads strategic collaborations with internal and external stakeholders to pioneer innovative research methodologies.
  • Consults with external research facilities to provide professional advice and aid in complex analysis of research data.
  • Identifies opportunities for research funding and crafts research grant applications.
  • Leads budget preparation and forecasting requirements for research accounts and grant funding.
  • Produces literature reviews, technical reports, and journal articles about research results.
Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, with a minimum of three years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. A post-graduate degree or equivalent professional designation with a minimum of four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to enhancing their own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will have an undergraduate degree in forest sciences, with courses in soils, ecology, and silviculture. Significant experience in forestry and forest research, including strategic direction, design of complex research experiments, and working with Indigenous partners, is also preferred. The candidate should have a high level of organizational skills, experience in organizing and analyzing complex datasets, and the ability to work effectively with members of staff, faculty, and senior management.



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