Research Associate in Wildfire Costs

Join UBC's Harry Nelson Lab as a full-time Research Associate focused on wildfire costs in Canada. This role involves literature review, data coordination, and communicating impactful findings.

The Department of Forest Resources Management at UBC Vancouver seeks a dedicated Research Associate to explore wildfire-associated costs and contribute to national research efforts. The position requires a graduate degree and postgraduate experience in wildfire research, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement. As part of a dynamic team, you will identify research gaps, develop plans, and publish your findings in peer-reviewed articles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct a literature review on wildfire costs in Canada

• Identify datasets and coordinate research plans

• Prepare findings for national reports and articles

• Develop communication strategies for research dissemination

• Collaborate with stakeholders, especially rural communities

Requirements:

• Graduate degree with research experience in wildfire

• Expertise in social science methods

• Strong oral communication skills

• Ability to work in a team with defined milestones

• Proven publication history in relevant fields

Drive impactful wildfire research and contribute valuable insights from the University of British Columbia's Harry Nelson Lab.
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