Research Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current or prior experience in academic or applied research, either through coursework or involvement in research projects, is desirable.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to assist in writing research reports and communicating with team members.
• Excellent time management skills to meet project deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proven ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and dealing with change, delays or unexpected events, keeping constant sight of the overall objectives.
• Ability to think organically in an unstructured research environment, developing, and following new leads as the project grows.
• Strong interpersonal skills including teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and overcome obstacles.
• Proven ability to recognize and maintain highest levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain poise and professionalism in all types of situations.
• Ability to use basic office technologies (e.g., Microsoft Office suite) effectively and to adapt to new technologies that may be introduced.
• The ability to travel within the Lower Mainland area may be required.
• Project Details: Project title: Clean Air Shelters for BC Wildland Firefighters Research theme: Design for extremes and futures: climate crises and regional biosystems Research Assistants should have:
• soft-prototyping interest, material testing and construction skills,
• experience in literature reviews, systems mapping, research synthesis,
• functional analysis/human factors and design (IDSN 2375, or DEPD 2331, or DETA 5210)
• an interest in extreme environments and design for climate adaptation
• TCPS-2 Core (2022) certificate

SALARY INFORMATION

• Anticipated hourly pay rate: $18.25-$22.10

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