Faculty, Ecological Restoration (MSc)

at  British Columbia Institute of Technology BCIT

BCIT’s School of Construction and the Environment is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Faculty, Ecological Restoration to join the Renewable Resources department to teach and supervise thesis work in the Master of Science Ecological Restoration.
BCIT’s Master of Science (MSc) in Ecological Restoration is a North America leader in ecological restoration education. The program provides graduates with a world-class knowledge in the science, and applied and technical skills needed to restore a broad range of degraded ecosystems. The program has been designed to advance the science and practice of ecological restoration. Students work with our Faculty and industry partners on a wide range of applied restoration projects, thereby gaining experience in addressing many current environmental challenges. Graduates have an excellent track record of securing positions with consulting companies, non-profit organizations, as well as all levels of government including First Nations.
This position will design and instruct courses for students enrolled in the Master of Science in Ecological Restoration with an emphasis on freshwater ecology and research. The successful candidate will also supervise students completing graduate-level research in the thesis option for the new program. This position is designed to fill a vacancy developed through retirement with a strong emphasis on aquatic ecology and aquatic research. Thus, the position is strongly rooted in the fields of aquatic ecology, stream ecology, research design, and statistical analyses.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in aquatic ecology, applied freshwater ecology, stream ecology.
• Minimum of five years of experience in applied aquatic ecology and research.
• Demonstrated ability to do research in the field of freshwater restoration.
• Strong peer-review publication lists related to freshwater ecology and restoration.
• Demonstrated statistics competencies abilities to teach research methods and statistics related to natural resource management at the Master level.
• Knowledge and experience working in freshwater ecosystems in BC and internationally.
• Ability to design and conduct research in freshwater ecology and restoration.
• Excellent communication (including technical writing), organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collegial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability, which are needed to effectively manage the dynamic conditions and logistics associated with our applied programs.
• Ability to combine multiple sources of knowledge in a teaching context, particularly with engaging relevant Indigenous knowledge-holders and environmental stewards.
• Recent experience and knowledge of industry standard safety protocols.Strong experience with curriculum development at the graduate level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the post-secondary and graduate level in both classroom and field settings.
• Knowledge of and experience with the principles of aquatic ecological restoration and research.
• A demonstrated ability to publish research and present knowledge at ecological restoration related event.
• An ability to attract research funding.
• Professional designation as a Registered Professional Biologist an asset.
• Experience designing and implementing management treatments focused on topics such as mitigating soil erosion or restoring hydrological conditions.
• Class 4 driver’s license

General responsibilities will include providing support for course- and program-level applied learning including training students in field applications typically used in aquatic ecology and stream restoration (including equipment use), engaging in program meetings, and organizing and participating in field-trip logistics. Other responsibilities will be based on the strengths of the successful candidate and the needs of the program.