Field Research Assistant: Lakes & Data Analysis

University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

University of British Columbia Laval | Department of Civil Engineering seeks a Research Assistant/Technician 2 to support field work on large lakes in remote settings and conduct data analysis.

Responsibilities include planning and conducting field experiments, installing instruments, maintaining equipment, and summarizing data for reports. Supervision is provided by the Professor in-charge with collaboration across graduate students and staff.

Qualifications

• High school graduation with related training and a minimum of two years of related experience.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives and inclusion.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, conducting field experiments, and developing safety plans for fieldwork.
• Assist in data analysis by assembling, compiling, and summarizing recorded data.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot standard field equipment.
• Organize laboratory space, stock, and inventory; distribute supplies.
• Participate in field trips to Base Mine Lake to install or service instruments and download data.
• Assist in preparation of reports and papers for journal publication.

Skills

Field work experience

Safety compliance

Data analysis

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Related training

Tools

Oceanographic equipment

Research equipment handling

Job description

University of British Columbia Laval | Department of Civil Engineering seeks a Research Assistant/Technician 2 to support field work on large lakes in remote settings and conduct data analysis.

Responsibilities include planning and conducting field experiments, installing instruments, maintaining equipment, and summarizing data for reports. Supervision is provided by the Professor in-charge with collaboration across graduate students and staff.