ADS - Research Assistant - Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering (Grant Funded)
$37,000 per annum, as per CUPE 1870 (Off Scale) (Grant Funded)
As soon as possible to January 19, 2023 (Term may be reduced or extended depending on performance, available funding, and departmental requirements)
The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering at the University of Prince Edward Island is seeking applications from competent and eligible candidates for a Research Assistant position in climate change and related expertise including projection of meteorological parameters using artificial neural networks and statistical downscaling methods. The incumbent will be investigating the climate change effects on major crops of Prince Edward Island and will be devising strategical management practices to cope with climate change issues. The incumbent will report to Dr. Aitazaz Farooque, Associate Professor and Industry Research Chair - Precision Agriculture Technologies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the graduate and undergraduate students of the group lead with research data collection and data analysis in laboratories as well as in fields across Atlantic Canada
- Assist in manuscripts and report writing for various projects and research trials of the group lead
- Downscale and project the meteorological parameters by using different emissions scenarios
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering or related disciplines. A masters degree in the relevant field of research will be an asset
- The incumbent should be familiar with necessary software skills such as statistical downscaling software, artificial neural networks libraries, statistical software, geographic information system, and Microsoft Office
- Must have a good academic record, scientific writing skills, preparation of scientific papers, a strong work ethic, capability to work in a team and independently, and willingness to work in lab and field environments
- Demonstrated skills to design and conduct climate change studies
- Clear understanding of calculating climate extremes using historical data and modelling skills to generate future climate extreme data
- Strong communication skills with the demonstrated ability to present clearly, promote understanding through effective verbal, written and listening skills, facilitate change and build consensus
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive within the Prince Edward Island
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.
UPEI will require all students, staff, and faculty to comply with the Covid 19 attestation and vaccination requirements as set out under the UPEI Covid 19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.
