MTS Level 6 - Research Assistant - Coastal - School of Climate Change and Adaptation - Faculty of Science

Competition Number:
89E25
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
School of Climate Change and Adaptation
Position:
MTS Level 6 - Research Assistant - Coastal
Contract:
Full-Time Term Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week
Salary:

$64,284 to $70,607 per annum, prorated to term, as per CUPE 1870

Term:

As soon as possible to January 31, 2026

The Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation (CCCCA) at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is seeking a Research Assistant to work on research in coastal change monitoring outreach and education. The CCCCA is a 45,000-square-foot research facility in St. Peter’s Bay, PEI. The facility and the surrounding lands serve as a living laboratory that allows unlimited access to nearby wetlands, forests, and coastal habitats. The CCCCA is a world-leading research and teaching centre for understanding and adapting to climate change impacts.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The research focus of this position will include:

  • Developing, planning, organizing, and hosting public engagement sessions with a focus on coastal processes, coastal change policy and monitoring techniques
  • Facilitating interactive learning opportunities demonstrating the installation of coastal change monitoring pegs, RPAS coastal change monitoring techniques, and more
  • Analysing and disseminating decadal coastal change data collected by the University of Prince Edward Island
  • Creating video content and interactive materials that will be accessible online for individuals 
  • Developing and updating StoryMaps to host educational videos and coastal monitoring data
  • Developing and distributing site profiles for all UPEI coastal monitoring locations
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
  • Writing research reports and project proposals

QUALIFICATIONS: 
 

  • A Master’s degree, or undergraduate degree and 5+ years’ experience, in environmental science/studies or a related field
  • Must have experience with RPAS and peg-line coastal change monitoring
  • Experience with public engagement, community outreach, or science communication
  • Knowledge of coastal processes, coastal erosion, and environmental monitoring techniques
  • Proficiency in software programs such as ArcGIS, StoryMaps and Pix4D
  • Familiarity with creating educational content for diverse audiences is required
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively 
  • Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and local communities
  • Strong data analysis skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple research tasks efficiently.
  • Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary research team
Application Instructions:

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 below.

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 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. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

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