The Norman B. Keevil Institute of Mining Engineering at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver campus, invites applications for a Research Associate to work with industry partners and university researchers to carry out projects focused on Decarbonization of Mine Energy Systems. The Research Associate works closely with researchers in carrying out research plans and projects in the program, coordinates and liaises between multiple industrial partners and manages research projects in conjunction with the principal investigators.
Faculty at the NBK Institute of Mining Engineering work with graduate students and staff to pursue research in all aspects of mining from technical to social and environmental. Support from alumni, corporations, foundations, students, parents and others assist the NBK Institute of Mining Engineering in conducting leading edge research, providing outstanding education and contributing to social and economic development in Canada and around the world. More information on the NBK Institute of Mining Engineering is available at https://mining.ubc.ca/.
Position Summary:
The work performed by the Research Associate will be to:
Manage partnership development with new and existing industry partners and manages relations with these partners Coordinate and facilitate industry and university interactions including conference calls and meetings Manage the execution of projects in the research program including identifying key deliverables and ensuring their completion, perform other related duties as required
The position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will be appointed for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to work performance and funding availability. The start date will be May 1, 2024. The appointment will be based at the UBC Vancouver campus.
How to Apply:
Applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae via the UBC Careers website by January 4, 2024 at 11:59 pm (PST).
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Information on the Norman B. Keevil Institute of Mining Engineering is available at https://mining.ubc.ca/.
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. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.