MLWS Research Assistant

Staff - Non Union

Job Category
Non Union Technicians and Research Assistants

Job Profile
Non Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 2

Job Title
MLWS Research Assistant

Department
Master of Land and Water Systems | Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Faculty of Land and Food Systems

Compensation Range

Posting End Date
March 18, 2024

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

Job End Date

Aug 31, 2024

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 Master of Land, and Water Systems (MLWS) Research Assistant will conduct research activities based largely on meta-analysis and limited confirmatory field sampling in the Lower Fraser Valley.
Organizational Status
Reports to the Principal Investigator (Dr. Les Lavkulich).  Will work with UBC research team consisting of professors, postdoctoral fellows, graduate and undergraduate students.
Work Performed

• Conducts original meta- analysis on research topics that form basis of extrapolating research conducted and that which requires verification,
• Conducts field sampling of soils to confirm and verify field results;
• Coordinates the preparation and analysis of soil, samples for chemical and physical properties using;
• Analyzes data and maintains database;
• Supports the preparation of scientific manuscripts;
• Reviews and comments on the MLWS student projects, as needed;
• Performs other duties when necessary.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Incorrect decisions, particularly in the field would likely be costly in terms of wasted time and flawed data
Supervision Received
Reports to the Principal Investigator.
Supervision Given
n/a
Minimum Qualifications
- 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

Education & Experience:  

• High School Graduation.
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in agroecology or an agriculture related subject or Masters of Science is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills:

• Strong verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Must be able to adapt and be flexible.
• Must have accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Must be physically fit with excellent stamina, able to perform work for extended periods of time in any weather conditions.
• Computer experience at an intermediate level is required (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Email, Internet)

Must have Class 5 driver’s license.