Staff - Non Union
M&P - AAPS
AAPS Salaried - Educational Programming, Level A
Field Education and Research Coordinator - Leave Replacement
Malcolm Knapp Research Forests
$5,120.08 - $7,356.17 CAD Monthly
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July 20, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
February 29, 2028
The position is part-time 0.8 FTE.
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
UBC’s Malcolm Knapp Research Forest (MKRF) is part of the Faculty of Forestry and Environmental Stewardship (FES), and is responsible for managing the University’s obligations and opportunities on 5,157 hectares of private forest located in Maple Ridge, BC. The MKRF provides a world class environment for research and education in forestry. The MKRF has a thriving research community which includes professional researchers and students from several UBC faculties, other post-secondary institutions, and both government and private sector collaborators. MKRF supports business partnerships within the forest, generating an annual gross revenue of up to $7- 9 million, including: Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, a year-round meeting and accommodation facility located 6.5km from the main entrance to the forest; Gallant Enterprises Ltd., a custom-cut sawmill; and Wild & Immersive, an outdoor education program for children, youth and adults. In addition, the MKRF is a working forest, with annual logging and forest management activities operations. Because of the numerous operations that take place in the forest, the MKRF is managed by a close-knit team of individuals who are responsible for a large diversity of projects and tasks. This position will be based at the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest in Maple Ridge, BC. Some weekend and evening work, with travel to the Alex Fraser Research Forest will be required as part of the Field School programs. The position will be on the 24/7 call-out list and is to respond in the event of emergencies.
Organizational Status
Reports under the general direction of the Director, MKRF (Director). The position works closely with a broad range of stakeholders, including the Associate Director of Learning Engagement, along with other staff at both Research Forests, faculty and staff within the Faculty of Forestry as well as other academic units at UBC, and external entities including vendors, regulatory agencies and partner institutions. May supervise student employees, interns, volunteers and contractors.
Work Performed
Field Education Coordination
Support faculty to coordinate multi-year undergraduate and graduate Field School programs that includes:
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Develops and implements high-quality field based experiential learning courses – which may also include blended learning.
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Assists FES Field School course instructors and content experts to support development of learning programs.
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Collaborates with FES Field School course instructors and research forest staff to solidify schedules, logistics (transportation, equipment, food, accommodation) at both Research Forests (Malcolm Knapp and Alex Fraser)
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Encourages, supports and trains UBC Faculty in development and delivery of safe and effective field-based curriculum. Works closely with UBC Faculty to develop safety protocols for UBC Field Schools.
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Leads fields tours and other learning opportunities for UBC courses and other agencies (post-secondary, corporate, government) that extends research findings from 1100+ studies conducted at the MKRF.
- Curates and/or modifies existing content and various source materials for different learning styles and accessibility needs
Research Coordination and Extension
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Coordinates new and existing research projects through all stages of execution, including proposal reviews, site selection, project logistics and safety plan assessments.
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Maintain research project databases (internal systems), GIS spatial mapping systems, and archival resources.
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Lead the development of new and enhanced research extension materials that disseminate findings from over 1100 research projects to academic, professional, and public audiences, including technical reports, interpretive signage, website content, maps, and other knowledge-transfer products.
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Develop pathways to collaborate with new provincial research extension organizations and partners in British Columbia to strengthen knowledge networks and disseminate research findings to broader audiences beyond the UBC and academia.
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Lead short-term applied research projects that contribute to organizational operations (e.g., log-to-lumber conversions at the sawmill) and long-term research initiatives, including field data collection, data summaries, and GIS mapping.
Both Areas
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Support senior management with recruiting, selecting, evaluating, supervising, and if necessary, terminating service providers, vendors, and contractors.
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Supervise and train student employees, interns, and volunteers and may be provide input with hiring and performance.
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Performs other related duties as required by the UBC Research Forests.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Ensuring the safety of students and instructors during field training is of the utmost importance to the success of this position. Both the impact of decisions made and the consequences of error in this respect is critical.
Field training at the UBC Research Forests is intended to transform and improve the ways students, staff and faculty interact and work, provide opportunities for experimental learning and application of classroom instruction, and enable the Faculty of Forestry to achieve its goal of becoming the world's leading post-secondary forestry training provider.
Manages formulation and implementation of plans and prescriptions to ensure that they meet current professional forestry standards and policies, legislation, best practices, financial requirements and contribute to the strategic goals of MKRF. Failure to execute plans and prescriptions in a timely way threatens the financial viability of the unit. Application of inappropriate plans or prescriptions presents the University with environmental, legal, and financial liabilities. Exercises professional judgment and initiative in the overall coordination and management of projects. Accountable for the safe and effective execution of all activities under direction.
Supervision Received
General supervision from Director and Associate Director of Learning Engagement. Work independently as well as contribute actively and collaborate openly as a team member.
Supervision Given
May supervise student employees, interns, volunteers and contractors.
Minimum Qualifications
University degree in a relevant discipline. 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
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Graduate degree in related field
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Experience teaching at a post-secondary
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2 year of forestry work experience (or in a related field)
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OFA Level 1 and wilderness first aid
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Class 4 driver’s license
