Ecologist Researcher Position

2 weeks ago


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

We are seeking a highly skilled ecologist researcher to join our team at The University of British Columbia. The successful candidate will have a PhD in a relevant discipline and experience with experimental approaches in marine ecosystems.

About the Project

The Sentinels of Change Alliance project is a collaborative research initiative focused on understanding biodiversity change in the Salish Sea. Our team is working to implement standard observation systems, conduct experiments, and integrate knowledge from various sources into a sustainable ongoing biodiversity observation system.

This specific position will focus on the focal project, Intertidal Biodiversity: Pattern, Process, and Change, which aims to explore the combined role of abiotic and biotic drivers in structuring benthic communities. Manipulations of temperature and community composition will be established at various rocky intertidal sites to determine how these processes vary within the oceanographic context.

Responsibilities
  1. Collaborate with the Sentinels team of scientists, postdocs, field, and data technicians
  2. Publish results in peer-reviewed journals in a timely fashion
  3. Be curious and engaged with the project and the work, willing to learn and grow
  4. Employ excellent communication skills with colleagues, collaborators, and mentors about all aspects of the projects (design, interpretation, challenges, solutions, timelines, and progress)
  5. Liaise with researchers from the Hakai Institute and UBC
Requirements
  • PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline
  • Experience with experimental approaches in marine ecosystems preferred
  • Experience conducting fieldwork is an asset
  • Required experience with statistical analysis in R
Estimated Salary

33 CAD per month

The University of British Columbia offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We value diversity and inclusivity and welcome applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and human rights.



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