Project Manager and Research Technician

Athabasca University (AU); Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian university in Alberta is seeking a Project Manager and Research Technician for a term position until December 2027. The successful candidate will assist with field monitoring plans related to hydrology in a research project. Essential qualifications include an M.Sc. in a relevant field and experience in micrometeorology and data management. Strong organizational and communication skills are required. This position involves extensive fieldwork during specific seasons, requiring a class 5 driving license.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. or Honours Undergrad degree with field experience preferred.
• Experience in micrometeorology and hydrology is essential.
• Training in Eddy Covariance theory is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of a field monitoring plan for a research project.
• Liaise between university research team and industry partners.
• Manage and analyze hydrological and meteorological datasets.

Skills

Micrometeorology

Hydrology

Field research experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Driving license (class 5)

Education

M.Sc. Degree in Science or Engineering

Honours Undergraduate Degree in Physical Geography or Environmental Science

Tools

GIS software

Statistical computing software

Job description

Athabasca University's Faculty of Science and Technology is recruiting for a Project Manager and Research Technician.

This is a full-time term position ending December 2027.

Faculty of Science and Technology.

The Faculty of Science and Technology (FST) is committed to fostering a meaningful and inclusive learning experience through excellence in teaching and scholarly activities. Our students, whether enrolled in programs or taking individual courses in science, computing science or architecture to fulfill other areas of study, are diverse in their demographic and geographical location.

In the realization of the themes of accessibility, opportunity, and community, we aim to change lives and communities from local to global like no other university. In an increasingly complex world, our flexible model enables learners to obtain the necessary skills for future employment while developing their ability to be resilient, think creatively, and work collaboratively as global citizens.

Our faculty is home to emerging research, innovative courses, responsive student support, recognized programs, and community outreach. Please visit our website for more information: Faculty of Science and Technology.

The Position

This is a term Project Manager and Research Technician position, working on a NSERC Alliance Grant research project funded for five years. End date of position is 17-December-2027. The primary job duties for the Project Manager and Research Technician will include assisting in the execution of a field monitoring plan to evaluate the influence of linear features (roads, well pads) on the hydrology and hydrometeorology of a wetland complex within an in-situ oil sands facility north of Fort McMurray, Alberta. This position will involve extensive logistics (e.g., Environment, Health and Safety Requirements) and fieldwork during the spring and summer seasons, and meticulous data management, analyses and reporting during the fall and winter seasons. The incumbent will function as a liaison between our University research team and the Industry partners.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. Degree in Science or Engineering (completed or in-progress preferred) or an Honours Undergraduate Degree in Physical Geography or Environmental Science with relevant work/field experience, with an emphasis in hydrology and hydroclimatology;
• Micrometeorology, hydrology, and field research experience is essential;
• Training in Eddy Covariance theory and application is a requirement for this position;
• Experience managing hydrological and meteorological datasets and proficiencies with database organization and maintenance, including eddy covariance datasets;
• Excellent analytical and computer skills (proficiency in GIS and statistical computing and graphics software is an asset; training in analysing eddy covariance datasets is a requirement);
• Experience in writing technical and progress reports;
• Excellent communication skills (demonstrated by oral and poster presentations);
• Keen interest in writing scientific publications an asset;
• Familiar with snow, snowmelt and topographic surveys; surveying experience an asset;
• Basic knowledge of soil science;
• Experience training and supervising junior staff is an asset;
• Driving required, a class 5 license is mandatory.

A detailed job description can be viewed at: Project Manager and Research Technician

Contact Information

For more information regarding this role, please contact Dr. Scott Ketcheson, Associate Professor/CRC Hydrological Sustainability, at [e-mail].