Applied Research & Innovation - Faculty Researcher, State of the Basin: Competition #219
An Internal Posting in the SCFA Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Thursday, December 06, 2018
Closes: Thursday, December 13, 2018
The Applied Research and Innovation Centre (ARIC) is seeking a highly-qualified individual to fill an appointment as a Faculty Researcher at Selkirk College. Working under the direction of the Director of Applied Research and Innovation, the Faculty Researcher will provide specific support to the State of the Basin research program.
The State of the Basin is an indicator monitoring program that reports on trends in economic, social, cultural and environmental well-being across the Columbia Basin-Boundary region and provides remote data provision support.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Build and maintain research relationships with clients/data providers/funders, being responsible for the final analysis of data and related deliverables, design knowledge mobilization efforts, being responsible for project-level budget tracking, report to funders, ensure contractual agreements are in place and followed, and seek opportunities to link research findings to curriculum
- Provide supervision to research assistants and student researchers
- Provide remote data provision support to partners to support the use of the State of the Basin program
- Provide training to faculty and students to support the use of the State of the Basin program
- Perform other Faculty Researcher duties as assigned by the Director of Applied Research and Innovation
- Provide instruction where opportunities emerge
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Demonstrated excellence in all phases of research including methodology design, data collection, analysis, project management, team leadership, knowledge mobilization, reporting and client engagement
- An ability to supervise research assistants and student researchers
- Experience working with rural regions and with community-based research
- Knowledge of the State of the Basin project is an asset
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both orally and in writing)
- Strong competencies in working independently and as part of a team
Education and Experience
- Minimum of a Master’s Degree in a related field
- Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience leading applied research or related innovation projects
- Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate indicator research experience
- Working knowledge of the Columbia Basin Rural Development, its clients and services is an asset
This a 25% short-term appointment commencing approximately January 2, 2018 and ending February 15, 2020. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Selkirk College Faculty Association Collective Agreement. The salary range is $2,194.04 – $3,525.58 bi-weekly (at 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 Thursday, December 13, 2018.