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Closing Date: March 31, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Faculty of Forestry & Environmental Management: Canadian Rivers Institute
The Canadian Rivers Institute (CRI) is a network of researchers with common interests in aquatic science across universities, government, and industry. The CRI uses a multidisciplinary and cross-sector approach to focus its research on societal demands for water resources while addressing the challenges of sustaining, healthy aquatic ecosystems.
WHAT WE OFFER
Full-Time | 2-year Term | Fredericton | Hybrid (This position is with a team located at the Hugh John Flemming Forestry Centre)
UNB is committed to ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance. As such, we are proud to support a hybrid work approach, which includes flexible hours and work-from-home options.
Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week. Hours will vary depending on the demands of field season.
Salary Range: $44,457- $55,572 per annum
YOUR FOCUS
Reporting to the New Brunswick Aquatic Ecosystem Study (NBAES; formerly MAES) Project Managers, the Junior Science Technician works closely with the intermediate/senior scientific staff and faculty members of NBAES and is responsible for conducting research work, maintaining research equipment, analyzing data, and assisting in the preparation of technical reports.
- Assist intermediate/senior technicians in completion of field and laboratory work on behalf of grad students, research associates, principal investigators, and co-applicants.
- Lead and mentor undergraduate student teams.
- Follow applicable data collection and safety protocols.
- Maintain research equipment. Basic non-technical maintenance of research equipment used in the collection of field data as well as laboratory analyses. Prepare equipment for storage.
- Assist in the preparation of reports. Data entry, analysis, and perform initial Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC)checks.
- Oversee the health and safety of, and participate in training of, undergraduate students.
WHAT YOU BRING
- 2-year diploma in a relevant science-based technical discipline, or 4-year science-based degree in a related discipline.
- Fluently converse with senior researchers and faculty on science matters.
Additional Strengths
- Prior experience operating trucks and boats is an asset.
- Prior certification and experience in First Aid or other safety certifications is an asset.
- Prior experience collecting and managing data is an asset.
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University of New Brunswick
The University of New Brunswick employs more than 3,200 full- and part-time staff, including faculty, support staff and students. UNB values people and we have proudly been named as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026.
UNB is situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mi'kmaq peoples along the banks of the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river, a region recognized worldwide for its natural beauty. UNB is a comprehensive university with a long history of excellence in teaching and research.
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WHY CHOOSE UNB?
UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.
PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL STAFF UNION (PTSU)
This position is part of the PSAC, Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.