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Ecohydrology Student Research Assistant

Monthly wage: $2500 + 4% vacation pay

Start/end dates: May 8 – August 28, 2023 (16 weeks, 35 hr/week)

Location: Based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Other: Employer will reimburse up to $500 towards the cost of an economy return flight between Toronto and Sault Ste. Marie. Field trips requiring overnight stays will include per diem expenses at current Trent University rates.

Job Purpose

The Ecohydrology Student Research Assistant will contribute to research projects in ecohydrology led by Dr. Jason Leach (Trent University and Natural Resources Canada) and Dr. Magali Nehemy (Trent University). The position involves data acquisition and collection, fieldwork, literature searches, data organization and data analysis. The position will be based out of the Great Lakes Forestry Center in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. The research assistant will be able to collaborate and interact with a diverse range of researchers involved in the project. Scheduling of hours is somewhat flexible to meet the needs of the successful incumbent and the position.

Key Activities

1. Field data collection (e.g., streamflow gauging, water sampling, soil and vegetation sampling, meteorological stations).

2. Field sensor installations and maintenance (e.g., sap flow sensors, band dendrometers, and loggers).

3. Ecohydrological data analysis.

Experience Required

1. Knowledge of hydrological theory.

2. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

3. Must be reliable.

4. Must be able to conduct fieldwork within the scope of the job.

5. Comfortable working outdoors in inclement weather.

To Apply: Compile a single pdf file including i) a letter (1-page max) describing your interest in the position, ii) a resume, iii) the names and emails of two references. Interested applicants can send the pdf file with the full application to jason.leach@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca and mnehemy@trentu.ca. The position will remain open until filled.

Inquiries: Dr. Jason Leach (jason.leach@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca) and Dr. Magali Nehemy (mnehemy@trentu.ca)

Postdoctoral Researcher in Aquatic Flux Measurements

The Ecosystems and Global Change Group at Trent University jointly led by Prof Andrew Tanentzap (Canada Research Chair in Climate Change and Northern Ecosystems) and Dr Erik Emilson (Research Scientist, Canadian Forest Service sector of Natural Resources Canada), is recruiting a two-year postdoctoral researcher to work on investigating the leakiness of natural climate solutions.

More information: ameriflux.lbl.gov/community/opportunity/postdoctoral-researcher-in-aquatic-flux-measurements

How to apply: Please email Andrew Tanentzap (atanentzap@trentu.ca) with a CV and a description of what you hope to get out of working with us, how your research interests are a good fit to our group, and how your past experiences make you suitable for the independent and often challenging nature of research. The post can start immediately and will remain open until filled.

Closing Date: 09/01/2023