Indigenous Graduate & Postdoc Initiatives Specialist

University of British Columbia; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indigenous Graduate and Postdoctoral Specialist at University of British Columbia will partner with academic and administrative units to plan, develop and manage initiatives that advance Indigenous graduate student success from pre-application advising through to program completion.

This role provides mentorship to Indigenous graduate students, guides applications for internal and external funding, and identifies barriers to inform strategic direction and foster a sense of community across

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of three to four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one's own.
• Demonstrates a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and manage new initiatives advancing Indigenous graduate student success.
• Provide mentorship to Indigenous graduate students through the admission application cycle and advise on funding opportunities.
• Identify systemic barriers and inform strategic direction to support dialogue across campus.
• Build networks and hosting events to foster community among Indigenous students, postdocs and staff.

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline

University degree, preferably graduate level

Job description

The Indigenous Graduate and Postdoctoral Specialist at University of British Columbia will partner with academic and administrative units to plan, develop and manage initiatives that advance Indigenous graduate student success from pre-application advising through to program completion.

This role provides mentorship to Indigenous graduate students, guides applications for internal and external funding, and identifies barriers to inform strategic direction and foster a sense of community across