Postdoc Position: Plant Phenology Change Over Time

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada UBC Full time

Academic

Job Category
Faculty Non Bargaining

Job Title
**Postdoc position**: Plant phenology change over time across spatial scales

Department
Research | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry (Isla Myers-Smith)

Posting End Date
May 31, 2024

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

Job End Date
Mar 31, 2026

The expected pay for this position is $5,000.00/month.

Job description
There is an urgent need to understand the effects of climate change on tundra ecosystems including shifts in plant phenology - the timing of plant growth and reproduction. The timing of plant life events, phenology, is temperature sensitive in tundra ecosystems. Climate change could alter the timing of spring green up and how long plants grow resulting in changes to wildlife habitats including altered plant composition such as an increase in shrub species and a change in the timing of plant resources for wildlife.

In this postdoc project, you will study plant phenology change over time across spatial scales. You will work with available datasets including the International Tundra Experiment phenology dataset, cross-site time-lapse photography (phenocams) and remote sensing data to quantify changes in plant phenology over time and with warming across spatial and temporal scales. You will also have the opportunity to explore tundra vegetation changes below-ground including the timing of root growth using available cross site data collected as a part of the TundraTime project. This research will test the hypothesis that although warming is leading to earlier growing seasons, the period of plant growth is not extending longer above ground. This research will increase our understanding of tundra phenology change and will be used to predict rates of landscape and ecological change with global change across the tundra biome. We collaborate with a team of early career researchers, Northern partners and international experts to conduct this research.

Minimum Qualifications
- A PhD degree in ecology, remote sensing, environmental sciences or a related field
- Strong quantitative skills including ecological data analysis, statistical analysis and data management
- Experience in R and/or Python programming
- An interest in interdisciplinary research spanning the fields of ecology, remote sensing, spatial analysis and mathematical ecology
- Experience in writing and publishing peer-reviewed articles
- Fluency in verbal and written English
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and lead multi-author collaborative research projects
- Interest in working in an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment as a part of a diverse team
- Willingness to provide mentorship to early career researchers on the team

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using version control software and conducting collaborative science
- Willingness to lead fieldwork in Arctic locations
- Knowledge of spatial analysis and Bayesian statistics
- Experience conducting fieldwork
- Experience conducting ecological data synthesis
- Experience in northern ecosystems
- Experience piloting drone and working with drone imagery

Offer

About the Organization
This position will be based at the Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences, Faculty of Forestry, the University of British Columbia, Vancouver campus, which is located on the territory of the Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm) People.

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for teaching, learning and research, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world. The University of British Columbia's (UBC) Faculty of Forestry is recognized globally as one of the leading forestry faculties in the world. As the largest Faculty of Forestry in Canada, we welcome almost 1500 undergraduate and graduate students from over 40 countries every year to study forestry at UBC.

Additional Information

Apply

  • Postdoc Position: Plant Phenology Change Over Time

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada UBC Full time

    Academic Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Profile Postdoctoral Research Fellow Job Title **Postdoc position**: Plant phenology change over time across spatial scales Department Research | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry Compensation Range $1.00 - $500,000.00 CAD Monthly Posting End...

  • Postdoc Position: Plant Phenology Change Over Time

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time

    AcademicJob CategoryFaculty Non BargainingJob TitlePostdoc position: Plant phenology change over time across spatial scalesDepartmentResearch | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry (Isla Myers-Smith)Posting End DateMay 31, 2024Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting...

  • Postdoc Position: Tundra Vegetation Change and

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada UBC Full time

    Academic Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Profile Postdoctoral Research Fellow Job Title **Postdoc position**: Tundra vegetation change and implications for wildlife habitats Department Research | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry Compensation Range $1.00 - $500,000.00 CAD Monthly Posting End...

  • Postdoc Position: Spatial Patterning and Community

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada UBC Full time

    Academic Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Title **Postdoc position**: Spatial patterning and community assembly across the tundra biome Department Research | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry (Isla Myers-Smith) Posting End Date May 31, 2024 **Note**: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM...

  • Postdoc Position: Spatial Patterning and Community

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada UBC Full time

    Academic Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Profile Postdoctoral Research Fellow Job Title **Postdoc position**: Spatial patterning and community assembly across the tundra biome Department Research | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry Compensation Range $1.00 - $500,000.00 CAD Monthly Posting...

  • Postdoc position: Tundra vegetation change and implications for wildlife habitats

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada The University of British Columbia Full time

    Academic Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Title Postdoc position: Tundra vegetation change and implications for wildlife habitats Department Research | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry (Isla Myers-Smith) Posting End Date May 31, 2024 Note: Applications will be accepted until...

  • Postdoc Position: Spatial Patterning and Community

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time

    AcademicJob CategoryFaculty Non BargainingJob TitlePostdoc position: Spatial patterning and community assembly across the tundra biomeDepartmentResearch | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry (Isla Myers-Smith)Posting End DateMay 31, 2024Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to...

  • Postdoc Position: Spatial Patterning and Ecological

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada UBC Full time

    Academic Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Title **Postdoc position**: Spatial patterning and ecological resilience across the tundra biome Department Research | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry (Isla Myers-Smith) Posting End Date May 31, 2024 **Note**: Applications will be accepted until 11:59...

  • Postdoc Position: Spatial Patterning and Ecological

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada UBC Full time

    Academic Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Profile Postdoctoral Research Fellow Job Title **Postdoc position**: Spatial patterning and ecological resilience across the tundra biome Department Research | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry Compensation Range $1.00 - $500,000.00 CAD Monthly Posting...

  • Research Data Coordinator

    2 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada The University of British Columbia Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a Research Data Coordinator for the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Global Change Ecology of Northern Ecosystems with experience in research and project management to join the research group (Team Shrub) of Prof. Isla Myers-Smith in Vancouver, Canada.The Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) project in global change ecology of...

  • Ion/electron source postdoc

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Triumf Full time

    Ion/electron source postdoc page is loaded Ion/electron source postdoc Apply locations TRIUMF – Vancouver, BC time type Full time posted on Posted 8 Days Ago job requisition id JR101152 Discover TRIUMF , Canada's particle accelerator centre. We are a publicly funded, not-for-profit research lab that is a hub for discovery and innovation.Our mission is to...

  • Indoor Plant Technician

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Greenspace Plants Inc Full time

    Come join our growing team!! We are looking for a full-time employee to help care for indoor and outdoor plants in various locations throughout the lower mainland. Job requirements: - **Education and Training**: - A high school diploma or equivalent is required. - A degree or certification in horticulture, botany, or a related field is preferable. -...

  • Indoor Plant Technician

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Greenspace Plants Inc Full time

    Come join our growing team!! We are looking for a full-time employee to help care for indoor and outdoor plants in various locations throughout the lower mainland. Job requirements: - **Education and Training**: - A high school diploma or equivalent is required. - A degree or certification in horticulture, botany, or a related field is preferable. -...

  • Assistant Florist

    4 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada V&J Plant Shop Full time

    We are V&J Plant Shop, a busy flower shop located in the Granville Island Public Market. Established 42 years ago, we are a family owned and operated and looking to add an experienced Florist to our team! Applicants should: - Be comfortable working in a fast paced environment. We are a high volume workplace and applicants must be comfortable designing...

  • Plant Manager

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada GCP Full time

    **Plant Manager** **Main purposes of this position**: Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Plant Manager will be responsible for the personnel, equipment and operations of the Vancouver location. The Plant Manager will also carry out duties in the areas of production, inventory, management and safety. **Interfaces and Responsibilities**: This position...

  • Plant Operator, Vancouver

    4 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Dimensional Energy Full time

    Dimensional Energy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We recognize that experience and talent are not always limited to the technical requirements of a job. If you have similar experience to the qualifications listed here, please consider applying. We strongly encourage those from marginalized and/or underrepresented identities to...

  • Marketing Leadership Development Executive

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Time 4 Change Global Full time

    We are seeking dedicated professionals eager to leverage their skills and experience in online sales and marketing to propel their careers to new heights. Our Global Development Company, renowned for its Internationally Award Winning Products, operates in over 150 countries, offering unparalleled opportunities for growth and success. As part of our dynamic...

  • Marketing Leadership Development Executive

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Time 4 Change Global Full time

    We are seeking dedicated professionals eager to leverage their skills and experience in online sales and marketing to propel their careers to new heights. Our Global Development Company, renowned for its Internationally Award Winning Products, operates in over 150 countries, offering unparalleled opportunities for growth and success. As part of our dynamic...

  • Sustainable Bio-based Materials, Technical Business Analyst

    1 month ago

    Vancouver, Canada The University of British Columbia Full time

    Job SummaryThe UBC BioProducts Institute's (BPI) vision is to develop research capacity and educationalprograms related to the formation of plant-derived materials and pathways for their sustainabletransformation into new low-carbon products - predicted to be a $1 trillion market globally by2030. The UBC BPI is an internationally recognized, multi-...

  • Sustainable Bio-based Materials, Technical Business Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada The University of British Columbia Full time

    Job SummaryThe UBC BioProducts Institute's (BPI) vision is to develop research capacity and educationalprograms related to the formation of plant-derived materials and pathways for their sustainabletransformation into new low-carbon products - predicted to be a $1 trillion market globally by2030. The UBC BPI is an internationally recognized, multi-...