Forest Ecology Research Assistant

4 weeks ago

Peace River, Canada NAIT Full time

**NOTE: This is a temporary position ending on or before March 31st, 2025 with the possibility of extension.**

**NOTE: This position is limited to NAIT internal staff only.**

We are looking for a self-motivated and science-minded individual to join our research team within the Forest Reclamation and Reforestation Team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR). This position will execute applied research projects supporting the forest reclamation research team (led by Dr. Amanda Schoonmaker) at the Centre for Boreal Research. This position will be a mix of field work, lab/greenhouse and desk-based work, requiring a variety of skills, independent thinking and strong organizational and interpersonal skills to work in a fast-paced and busy team setting. Field experience, particularly in a scientific setting, is a necessary pre-requisite for this role. This position will also support routine lab and greenhouse activities as well as desk-based work including data entry and organization, imagery compilation and assist with technical reporting to industry clients.

This position will require relocation to Peace River, Alberta.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Field execution of research projects: tree planting, plot layout and the collection of annual tree and vegetation survey data
- Routine lab work
- Plant propagation in greenhouse
- Data entry
- Research extension deliverables including capturing imagery and 360 videos
- Technical reporting

**Skills & Abilities**:

- Experience driving 4WD trucks on gravel roads.
- Experience operating trailers and all-terrain vehicles.
- Vegetation identification training (and experience).
- Experience utilizing 360 cameras and post-image processing is an asset.
- Be physically fit as this position requires extensive outdoor work on uneven terrain.
- Demonstrated competence in Microsoft office and Arcgis software.
- Demonstrated technical writing competence.
- Experience propagating plants and processing plant/soil samples
- Ability to work independently and lead junior team members.

**Qualifications**:

- Diploma in related biology or forestry discipline
- Class 5 license with clean drivers abstract - preferred
- Minimum 12 months of related experience
- Equivalencies may be considered

**Remuneration**:$2,101.47- $2,773.79 bi-weekly, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Research Assistant II).
- This position is covered by the AUPE (Alberta Union of Provincial Employees) Collective Agreement._

**About NAIT**

At NAIT, people matter.

We’re proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 11 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity and accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada.

**What we offer**

We’ve created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

**Health and safety**

NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible. Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.

**Additional requirements**

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

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