Applied Research & Innovation, Faculty Assistant - Research Assistant – SGRC/RDI: Competition #061
An Internal/External Posting in the SCFA Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Thursday, April 26, 2018
Closes: Wednesday, May 09, 2018
The Department of Applied Research and Innovation (ARI) is seeking a highly-qualified individual to serve in the role of Applied Research & Innovation (ARI) Faculty Assistant - Research Assistant, primarily supporting Selkirk College’s Selkirk Geospatial Research Centre (SGRC) and their projects with the Selkirk-SME Applied Research & Technology (SMART) Solutions II and the NSERC Innovation Enhancement (IE) program and projects. The successful applicant will also support the Rural Development Institute (RDI) in assigned research assistant project work. This position will report to the SGRC Coordinator and to the Regional Innovation Chair under the direction of the Dean of Applied Research. The successful candidate will also work closely with the SMARTs, IE and RDI Researchers, Faculty Assistant – Research Assistants, students, and clients.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Applied Research & Innovation (ARI) Faculty Assistant - Research Assistant’s responsibilities will include:
- Undertakes data collection, data cleaning and entry, qualitative data theming and/or quantitative analysis, writing of descriptive summaries, development of presentations (e.g. power point, map-based)
- Undertakes coding, scripting, product development for use in geomatics and other software-based technologies
- Keeps records and contributes to the completion of monthly, annual, and final project and program reporting
- Supports, participates in, and/or facilitates research participant groups and project team meetings with external groups e.g. community groups, small to medium-sized enterprises (SME’s), businesses, and project contacts as required
- Contributes to knowledge mobilization and dissemination efforts with writing, facilitation and development
- Contributes to proposal development and/or grant applications for program and project research funding
- May support student involvement in projects including research process training
- Performs other related duties as requested by the supervisor and the Faculty Assistant –Research Assistant job description
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated experience working independently, and as part of a team
- Work experience with the following vendor specific applications: Esri Arc GIS Desktop and Server GIS, PostGreSQL and/or Oracle relational database management systems
- Programming experience using Python, JavaScript, .Net and SQL, is required
- Experience with HTML, Flash and Google Maps API is preferred
- Show initiative to maintain professional currency and must be able to adapt to new technologies
- Demonstrated ability to conduct identified phases of qualitative and quantitative research projects
- Excellent computer skills including use of Word, Excel, data-base, email and internet and others where required
- Demonstrated interest in participating in scholarly and applied research work
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems or related area with a minimum of two to three years of recent relevant experience and the demonstrated ability to perform the duties
- Demonstrated experience with related research-based technologies specific to the program, project initiative or project – ArcGIS, Unmanned Aerial Drone Applications, Lidar, Remote Sensing, and other software and programming required
- Experience supporting the development of Tri-Council research proposals is an asset
- Experience working with community partners is required
This position is an 80% short-term appointment commencing May 14, 2018 to July 31, 2019. This position is not base funded; however, if funding continues to July 31, 2019 there is a possibility of an extension of this work. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Selkirk College Faculty Association Collective Agreement for Faculty Assistants. The salary range is $45,638-$73,332 annually (at a 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications and experience.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Wednesday, May 09, 2018.