Postdoctoral Research Fellow- Forest Operations

2 days ago

Vancouver, Canada University of British Columbia Full time

Academic

Job Category

Faculty Non Bargaining

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Fellow
- Forest Operations & Silviculture

Department

Research | Dominik Roeser Lab | Department of Forest Resources Management (Dominik Roeser)

Posting End Date

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

Job End Date

Feb 28, 2026

Expected salary range is $60,000 to $65,000 per year plus benefits.

Postdoctoral Researcher Position at UBC - Forest Operations & Silviculture

Project Overview

The postdoc will contribute to the Silva21 research program, which aims to develop innovative strategies to enhance the resilience of Canadian forests in the face of increasing disturbances, such as wildfire and climate change. By integrating field research, remote sensing, and operational forestry insights, this project will generate data-driven tools and practical solutions to support sustainable forest management while balancing ecological health and economic viability

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Specifically, the postdoc will collaborate with the project team to integrate forest and wildfire management approaches. The research will include:
- Reviewing international experiences and best practices in resilient silviculture and sustainable forest operations.- Evaluating innovative forest management strategies that align with wildfire mitigation and forest management objectives.- Developing and recommending cost-effective operational approaches tailored to diverse forest types and communities across British Columbia.- Exploring silvicultural prescriptions that balance economic return (e.g., lumber, pulpwood, and bioenergy) with ecologically appropriate management approaches.

Collaboration and Research Environment

The postdoctoral researcher will join the research group of Associate Prof. Dominik Roeser at UBC and will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. The research group focuses on framing innovation, research and development initiatives to support sustainable forest management in different operational environments. The Silva21 project fosters strong engagement between academia, industry, and government agencies, providing an exciting opportunity for applied research with real-world impact.

Qualifications- A PhD in forest operations, silviculture, forest management or a related field.- Strong experience in forest operations, management or silviculture research.- A background in quantitative analysis, spatial modeling, and/or remote sensing is desirable.- Proficiency in GIS, R, and/or Python for data analysis, modeling, and spatial analysis is also desirable- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment.

Position Details- Location: University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada- Duration: Initially one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability- Start Date: position available immediately- Application Deadline: Open until filled- Salary Range: $60,000-$65,000 CAD per year plus benefits

How to Apply

1. A cover letter detailing their research experience and interest in the position.

2. A CV including a list of publications.

3. Contact information for three academic references.

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