Climate Change
2 months ago
Staff - Non Union
Job Category
Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants
Job Profile
Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2
Job Title
Climate Change & Environment Research Assistant
Department
ACARN | Smukler Research Group | Applied Biology Program | Faculty of Land and Food Systems
Compensation Range
$4,333.86 - $5,155.61 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date
October 18, 2024
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Oct 31, 2025
This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.
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
The Climate Change and Environment Research Assistant is responsible for developing an inventory of research completed on climate change and environment topics relevant to BC agriculture and preparing regional summaries of key projects and outcomes. The BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network (ACARN) is a dynamic network of researchers, government and industry working to increase resiliency and reduce the impact of climate change on agriculture. The research assistant works with network members to complete the inventory and engage researchers that was led by the Ministry of Agriculture in fall 2023.
Organizational Status
This position reports to the ACARN Network Manager (a UBC staff position) and updates on activities will also be provided to the ACARN Chair, steering committee and working groups as needed. Some steering committee and working group members are external to UBC. This position also interacts and collaborates with the BC Ministry of Agriculture climate and environment regional extension team.
Work Performed
The Research Assistant will be responsible for:
- Conducting a web search of relevant climate and environment agricultural research
- Summarizing key issues and projects at the regional level
- Facilitating input and feedback from agricultural researchers conducting research on climate and environment topics
- Assisting with the development of communications materials and summary documents
- Participating in regional consultation events where relevant
- Performing other duties as required.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
This position requires the use of judgement to ensure that research, analysis and event planning are completed with attention to detail and meet deadlines. Decisions related to budget and final versions of documents are not required.
The ACARN Network Manager will monitor the work of this position. Errors or incorrect decisions will seriously compromise the quality and timeliness of deliverables. Serious compromises in the quality of analysis, writing or event delivery will jeopardize the likelihood of obtaining future funding.
Supervision Received
Reports to BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network Manager, Love-Ese Chile.
Supervision Given
None.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation, some additional training in a related field and a minimum two years of related experience 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
Preferred Qualifications
- Applicants must have at least an undergraduate degree in a field related to agriculture, preferably with a background in climate change adaptation or mitigation.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Some research and administrative experience.
Skills:
- Strong verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong analytical and research skills.
- Must be adaptable and flexible.
- Must have accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
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