Research Associate, Forest Ecology Specialist

1 month ago


Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time
Job Title: Research Associate, Forest Ecology

We are seeking a highly motivated and science-minded individual to join our research team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) at NAIT. The successful candidate will lead a subset of applied research projects focused on forest reclamation and reforestation, working closely with industry partners to develop strategies and tools for sustainable forest ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct applied research projects using literature reviews, field experiments, and data analysis.
  • Manage and respond to project-related emails and coordinate with centre staff, clients, and stakeholders.
  • Supervise summer research assistants and plan and coordinate project activities.
  • Prepare technical reports, proposals, and research extension products.
Requirements:
  • Master's degree in ecology with a focus on native plant communities.
  • At least 5 years of related experience, with post-doctoral experience considered an asset.
  • Experience in experimental design and execution, with training and use of R software.
  • Class 5 license with a clean driver's abstract.
Working Conditions:

The successful candidate will be required to work in a fast-paced and busy team setting, with a mix of field work, lab, and desk-based work. The position requires extensive outdoor work on uneven terrain and in remote locations, with a level of physical capacity (fitness) to safely work in the field.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).



  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and science-minded individual to join our research team at the Centre for Boreal Research in Peace River, Alberta. As a Research Associate, Forest Ecology Specialist, you will play a key role in the development, execution, and communication of applied research projects focused on forest reclamation and...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and science-minded individual to join our research team at the Centre for Boreal Research in Peace River, Alberta. As a Research Associate, Forest Ecology Specialist, you will play a key role in the development, execution, and communication of applied research projects focused on forest reclamation and...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology, with a focus on reforestation and forest reclamation.Key...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology, with a focus on reforestation and forest reclamation.Key...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology, with a focus on reforestation and forest reclamation.Key...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology, with a focus on reforestation and forest reclamation.Key...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and science-minded individual to join our research team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) as a Research Associate, Forest Ecology. This is a temporary position for a period of 2 years, located at our Centre in Peace River, Alberta.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct applied research projects using one or more of...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and science-minded individual to join our research team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) as a Research Associate, Forest Ecology. This is a temporary position for a period of 2 years, located at our Centre in Peace River, Alberta.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct applied research projects using one or more of...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology, with a focus on reforestation and forest reclamation.Key...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology, with a focus on reforestation and forest reclamation.Key...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology, with a focus on reforestation and forest reclamation.Key...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology, with a focus on reforestation and forest reclamation.Key...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology, with a focus on reforestation and forest reclamation.Key...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology, with a focus on reforestation and forest reclamation.Key...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and science-minded individual to join our research team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) as a Research Associate, Forest Ecology. This is a temporary position for a period of 2 years, located at our Centre in Peace River, Alberta.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct applied research projects using one or more of...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and science-minded individual to join our research team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) as a Research Associate, Forest Ecology. This is a temporary position for a period of 2 years, located at our Centre in Peace River, Alberta.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct applied research projects using one or more of...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology and reclamation, working closely with our team to develop and...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) in Peace River, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading applied research projects in forest ecology and reclamation, working closely with our team to develop and...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and science-minded individual to join our research team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) at NAIT. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a subset of applied research projects, including conceptualization, proposal development, project execution, and...


  • Peace River Regional District, Canada NAIT Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate, Forest EcologyWe are seeking a highly motivated and science-minded individual to join our research team at the Centre for Boreal Research (CBR) at NAIT. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a subset of applied research projects, including conceptualization, proposal development, project execution, and...