Staff - Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Salaried - Research and Facilitation, Level A Job Title Research Coordinator Department UBCO | Program Support | Biodiversity, Resilience, and Ecosystem Services | Institutes | Vice Principal Research Office Compensation Range $5,365.42 - $7,709.92 CAD Monthly The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job. Posting End Date June 16, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date Jun 17, 2025 Research Coordinator At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. Job Summary Working in the Okanagan Institute for Biodiversity, Resilience, and Ecosystem Services (BRAES), and in partnership with SENSR at Biodiversity Pathways, this position is responsible for working with the greater monitoring community for the purpose of developing and processing monitoring and applied science initiatives that use wildlife cameras. This is a highly collaborative position that will involve operational delivery of products and services that support species-at-risk management, food security and human-wildlife interactions. Work Performed Conduct necessary project work under the direction of senior leadership, SENSR staff, and project collaborators and with the guidance of standard operating procedures: Supports elements of the full project lifecycle including initiation (e.g., proposal writing), planning, delivery, data management and analysis, project performance and control, and reporting. This may include oversight of technicians and/or contractors as required to conduct interpretation of camera sensor data. Schedules, organizes and facilitates project meetings, including tracking and following up with project team members on action items. Maintains project documentation. Identifies issues and works with team members and superiors to problem-solve. Critically reviews existing literature, including academic journals and other sources, for information needed to design and implement SENSR projects. Client Liaison and Market Development Supports development of wildlife camera initiatives as they support the Biodiversity Pathways Strategic Plan. Alongside team members, works with government, industry, non-government organizations, Indigenous communities and the scientific community to understand the knowledge needs of the natural resource management system. Alongside team members, engages partners, collaborators, clients, and end-users in dialogue about the potential benefits of SENSR camera services, scientific infrastructure, data and knowledge products. Develops client relationships and provides feedback to clients related to the status of their projects. Fosters and maintains an ongoing relationship with centres to ensure working knowledge of advancements in the camera software platforms. Facilitates Collaborative Programs Supports the management of the Wildlife Camera Unit Nationally and Internationally Takes part in strategic discussions about the future of SENSR and identifies conceptual approaches to improve wildlife camera data management. Supports the successful completion of work plans on time and on budget through effective project management, including tracking deliverables and interdependencies, breaking down and prioritizing tasks, ensuring open lines of communication, and coordinating frequent SENSR team meetings and discussions. Supports the development and maintenance of the WildTrax Information System (e.g., system testing, provide feedback on design specifications, provide insight from clients on features and functions). Supports the maintenance and development of data standards and protocols, management, and analytical tools as they relate to the SENSR wildlife camera unit. Supports internal and external data requests, including data queries and data management scripts. Ensures that supporting technicians are provided with appropriate safety training, and adhere to all UBC health and safety policies and protocols Supports Knowledge Dissemination and Engagement Facilitates direct and indirect understanding of SENSR data with environmental resource managers, policy analysts, and interested parties. Communicates strengths and limitations of data products. Develops and delivers project presentation material. Communicates WildTrax updates in written and oral form to non-technical and technical audiences. Fosters and maintains an ongoing relationship with parties interested in using or collaborating in wildlife camera programs. Consequence of Error/Judgement Given the high-profile and external partnership aspects of this job, significant credibility and reputational implications if the quality of work isn’t excellent; Negatively affects productivity. Poor management skills will result in toxic work environment; and Significant credibility and budget implications when products are not on time or on budget. This position is the leading role interacting with clients to establish long term trust with monitoring and research communities. Consistency, honesty, and integrity are critical to building, maintaining, and where necessary, restoring trust with communities. This position works with a high level of independence and oversees multiple budgets. Budget decisions over $2,500 will normally involve consultation (documented by email or other written documentation with the supervisor). Supervision Received The Wildlife Camera Coordinator will be supervised by Adam Ford. Supervision Given The Wildlife Camera Coordinator will supervise interpretation contractors and casual employees Minimum Qualifications B.Sc. degree in biological sciences or related degree. Minimum of two years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Preferred Qualifications Experience leading efforts or projects with some independence; Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of monitoring and research professionals including industry, government and Indigenous partners; Excellent organizational, writing, and interpersonal skills; Strong people management and communications skills; Demonstrated ability to build active working relationships with multiple partners and collaborators; Experience working on multidisciplinary teams; Multiple portfolio and project management experience; M.Sc. in wildlife ecology or related discipline; Research experience in mammal community ecology. The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together? Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. 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