Research Technician

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada University of British Columbia Full time

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile

Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 5

Job Title

Research Technician

Department

Research | Tara Martin Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry

Compensation Range

$5,322.75 - $6,096.25 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

February 20, 2023

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

Job End Date

Feb 14, 2026

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 Research Technician will be working with The Conservation Decisions Lab performing varied and complex technical tasks including mathematical and statistical modelling in R, spatial optimization, spatial analysis using GIS/QGIS, and analysis of remote sensed data including LiDAR. The Tech may also supervise and train other members of the lab in various analytical approaches. The Tech will assist in the preparation of teaching materials for CONS440 and CONS451 and will present at least one lab in each course. The Tech must have an understanding of salmon ecology, priority threat management and cumulative effects. The tech must have experience working closely with First Nations through a trauma-informed lens. The position is based
70% of time working remotely.

Organizational Status

The Research Technician reports to Professor Tara Martin and is not responsible for any supervision.

Work Performed

Under direct supervision of the supervisor, provides technical support for the following research Duties:

- Undertake spatial analyses and spatial optimization to develop priority conservation action maps
- Undertake analysis of remote sensed data, including LiDAR
- Undertake statistical analyses (GLMM, Bayesian Networks, SEQMs)
- Undertake fieldwork in the Fraser River Estuary and Salish Sea
- Assess the applicability of new technologies and analyses relevant to the research
- Liaise with collaborators and stakeholders in salmon and other endangered species management in the Lower Fraser and Salish Sea
- Present research outputs to stakeholders and clients
- Assist graduate students with spatial modelling and optimization
- Train members of lab in various analytical techniques
- Assist in the preparation of lab teaching materials
- Prepare project reporting materials, peer reviewed manuscripts and presentations

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Work is assessed on an ongoing basis by supervisor. Opportunities for training will be sought to enhance skills in all areas. Consequences of data mismanagement would be delays in producing scientific papers and reports that are expected by funding bodies and stakeholders.

Supervision Received

Employee will be supervised by Professor Tara Martin.

Supervision Given

The Research Technician will not have a supervisory role but will work closely with graduate students in the Martin Conservation Decisions Lab.

Minimum Qualifications

University degree in relevant discipline or completion of a technical program and a minimum five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Some positions may require a graduate degree. Completion of Masters degree in Conservation Science and a minimum two years of related 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

MSc in biological/forest sciences, preferred with some courses in ecology and conservation.

Proficient in processing and modelling spatial data ArcPro, QGIS

Proficient in spatial optimization and using PrioritizR/Marxan

Proficient using R

Experience in salmon ecology and management in the lower Fraser River

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