Posting Number

Posting Number

F1549

Position Information

Division

VP, Academic

Department

Center for Applied Research, Technology & Innovation

Supervisor Title

Director, Centre for Applied Research, Technology and Innovation

Location

Campbell River(CR)

Posting Type

Internal/External Posting

Position Status

Sessional

If Others, please specify

New Position or Replacement?

New

Position End Date (if temporary)

04/30/2027

Desired Start Date

06/22/2026

Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)

%

25

Pay Grade

The annual salary range is $70,437- $112,872 (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications, experience, and the placement criteria of Article 14 of the NICFA Collective agreement.

Position Summary

The Centre for Applied Research, Technology and Innovation (CARTI) at North Island College, Campbell River, is seeking a part-time Research Associate who will focus on chemistry-related research and activities.

Under the general direction of the Director of CARTI, the Research Associate will assist with all aspects of seaweed processing, product development and characterization projects in partnership with community partners. This includes, but is not limited to alginate extraction, microbial activity analyses, seaweed product development and testing, and chemical characterization of seaweed and seaweed extracts. Most of this work will be achieved in our Seaweed Innovation Lab at NIC’s Campbell River campus. When necessary and possible, some of this work will be done in other NIC labs and/or by sub-contract with other labs across Canada. In all cases, the Research Associate will lead the teams, methods, analyses, documentation and reporting associated with this work, and will work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure we are best meeting the needs of community partners.

Position Competencies

• Creates a Positive Climate and Culture;

• Effective Communication Skills;

• Effectively Develops Goals & Objectives;

• Focuses Effectively on Key Results and Priorities;

• Demonstrates a Focus on Continuous Improvement;

• Interpersonal Effectiveness.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct applied research projects as per appropriate methodologies and in alignment with requirements of college and granting agency policies

• Assemble background information for research projects

• Organize data collection, analysis and presentation of findings, which may be on campus or in community

• Supervise student research assistants in field and office work and promote a positive work atmosphere

• Coordinate with other College employees and external research partners regarding scheduling, equipment use, and other aspects of research

• Purchase, operate and maintain research equipment

• Support marketing and promotion efforts of NIC and CARTI as appropriate

• Develop regular progress reports for internal and external distribution

• Work closely with CARTI administrative assistants to maintain and monitor project budgets and reporting requirements

• Lead or contribute to the development of new project proposals and/or grant applications

• Other related duties as assigned

Required Education & Experience

• Completion of a Master’s Degree in a related field of study; or equivalent combination of Undergraduate Degree in Chemistry and experience

• At least two years of recent experience conducting chemistry research in a lab environment and with an applied focus

• At least two years of recent experience developing and implementing projects and research related to this work, such as alginate extraction, chemical characterization and microbial analyses

• Experience conducting literature reviews and background research using academic databases and library resources and preparing reports on findings

• Recent experience and familiarity with industry safety and sector-appropriate protocols

• Familiarity with chemistry and applied research techniques and methodologies

• Experience supervising student and/or junior researchers

• Experience communicating the results and value of research activities to both lay and specialist audiences via reports, academic papers, press releases and presentations

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work in a self-directed manner

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (listening, verbal, written)

• Able to input large quantities of field data into analytical software and conduct statistical analyses

• Excellent computer and technical literacy and analytical skills

• Innovative problem solver with ability to seek workable solutions and develop skills as directed by the project supervisor

• Good knowledge of safety procedures

• Must be willing to obtain additional required safety and training certificates as necessary to comply with the College’s safety plan and other requirements (e.g. WorkSafe BC, cultural safety training, etc)

• Travel may be required

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please scan copies of your transcripts into one document for attachment. If your transcripts are not available at the time of application, please attach a letter or certificate of confirmation from the educational institution.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Open Date

04/20/2026

Posting Close Date

05/08/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes