Wildland Fire Research Impact Catalyst

University of British Columbia; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

University of British Columbia Okanagan seeks a Research Impact Facilitator, Wildland Fire, to bridge academic research with practical applications. The role focuses on knowledge mobilization, partnerships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, and multi-sector collaboration to enhance wildfire resilience in Canada and globally.

The facilitator supports funding proposals, training programs, and communications, ensuring research delivers measurable social and environmental benefits with

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline; two years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Graduate degree is preferred and beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Liaison with external entities including First Nations, NGOs, private industry, and government organizations.
• Coordinate with internal UBC teams to manage partner relationships.
• Cultivate long-term relationships with diverse stakeholders to ensure engagement.
• Co-design and implement extension programs and plans with knowledge users.
• Identify partner interests and align with research opportunities.
• Translate complex scientific data into accessible materials and tools.
• Identify funding opportunities and support grant proposals and budgets.
• Plan and host workshops, seminars, and field tours for knowledge exchange.
• Monitor uptake of research activities and prepare KPI reports.
• Identify trends and opportunities for new research partnerships.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Presentation

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Facilitation

Management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline

Graduate degree in a relevant field

Tools

Canva

Microsoft 365

Job description

University of British Columbia Okanagan seeks a Research Impact Facilitator, Wildland Fire, to bridge academic research with practical applications. The role focuses on knowledge mobilization, partnerships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, and multi-sector collaboration to enhance wildfire resilience in Canada and globally.

The facilitator supports funding proposals, training programs, and communications, ensuring research delivers measurable social and environmental benefits with