Wire Lab Field Technician and Researcher - Technician I

Staff - Union

Job Category: BCGEU Okanagan Support Staff

Job Profile: BCGEU OK Salaried - Research Assistant and Technician I

Job Title: WiRE Lab Field Technician and Researcher - Technician I

Department: UBCO | Research Support Ford | Department of Biology | Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science

Compensation Range: $3,959.00 - $4,539.00 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date: December 9, 2024

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

Job End Date: Dec 31, 2025

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 purpose of this position is to conduct field research on large mammal ecology (40%), to support the coordination/administration of field projects (40%), and to conduct scientific analysis, writing, and investigation (20%).

Organizational Status: This position will report directly to the PI, Dr. Adam Ford.

Work Performed:

• Variety of field work related to large mammal research and wildlife conservation.
• Operating 4x4 vehicles/OHVs.
• Conducts research-related tasks such as GIS, telemetry, animal capture, camera traps, and discharging firearms.
• Liaises with lab members, staff, graduate students, research partners, government officials, Indigenous communities, and the public.
• Collects and synthesizes data according to established protocols.
• Administrative support for WiRE Lab logistics and reporting.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Consequence of Error/Judgement: The work of this position will be monitored by the PI. Errors or incorrect decisions could potentially result in delays in completing the project or seriously compromise the quality of the research.

Supervision Received: This position will be directly supervised by the PI, Dr. Adam Ford.

Supervision Given: This position will not be supervising others.

Minimum Qualifications: High school graduation, a minimum of one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master's of Science Degree is preferred.
• Experience performing field work.
• Drivers license and clean driving record.
• Able to lift 40lbs.
• Operation of 4x4 vehicles/OHVs.
• Prior experience with research methods including GIS, telemetry, animal capture, camera traps and discharging firearms preferred.
• Experience performing statistical analysis.
• Demonstrated communication/interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of computer applications for word processing and spreadsheets, as well as Internet browsers and email applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team environment is critical; must be self-directed.