FERU Research Associate
About the role
Academic
Job Category
Faculty Non Bargaining
Job Title
FERU Research Associate
Department
Research | Sumaila | Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries | Faculty of Science (Ussif Rashid Sumaila)
Posting End Date
April 11, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
September 30, 2027
The expected salary for this position is $76,128 per year.
This Research Associate will report to the Director of FERU, Professor Rashid Sumaila, and will take direction from him. The Research Associate will work closely with other FERU staff, students, collaborators and volunteers at UBC and around the world to execute the mission and projects of the unit.
WORK PERFORMED
- Lead and catalyse research in interdisciplinary ocean and fisheries economics;
- Co-ordinate and support FERU initiatives;
- Collaborate with colleagues on economic modeling and valuation, assessment, research, consultation, and development of conservation and sustainable use of ocean resources;
- Communicate FERU findings/knowledge and management/policy guidance at regional, national and international gatherings;
- Advise FERU staff, students and volunteers for work on interdisciplinary databases and analysis.
- Collaborate on development, acquisition and stewardship of grants to support FERU research and management activities.
- Prepare and publish refereed scientific papers, policy documents, public communications and other forms of outreach;
- globally;
- Other duties as agreed with the Director of the Fisheries Economics Research Unit.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
This Research Associate will work closely with Professor Sumaila to develop a work program but will then be expected to execute it independently, while still remaining in communication with Prof Sumaila and consulting appropriately on notable decisions.
SUPERVISION GIVEN
This Research Associate will be involved in supporting work of FERU staff and students where it affects the Research Associate’s responsibilities and priorities. The Research Associate may supervise interns and volunteers on short-term initiatives relating to the Research Associate’s responsibilities and priorities.
QUALIFICATIONS
The applicant must be self-motivated and able to work independently, and have the following attributes:
- PhD in a field related to interdisciplinary marine science and economics;
- At least eight years professional experience beyond the PhD in interdisciplinary marine science and economics;
- Specific and thorough knowledge of ocean science and economics including deep sea mining;
- Front line experience in effecting conservation and sustainable use of marine resources;
- Experience in developing and implementing capacity building initiatives in support of sustainable use of ocean resources;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using both quantitative and qualitative methods, and ability to transfer this knowledge to a wide array of user groups;
- Experience in communicating and working with government, industry, NGOs and local communities to develop measures for marine conservation and sustainable use;
- Strong experience in planning, coordinating and supervising the execution of research projects;
- A proven ability to transfer scientific findings to support management and policy;
- A strong publication record in peer reviewed scientific journals and in policy briefings.
- Ability to seek and secure funding for research projects.
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.
About Us
UBC - One of the World's Leading Universities
As one of the world's leading universities, the University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada and the world.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.
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, and/or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at
workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca
.
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FERU Research Associate
About the role
Academic
Job Category
Faculty Non Bargaining
Job Title
FERU Research Associate
Department
Research | Sumaila | Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries | Faculty of Science (Ussif Rashid Sumaila)
Posting End Date
April 11, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
September 30, 2027
The expected salary for this position is $76,128 per year.
This Research Associate will report to the Director of FERU, Professor Rashid Sumaila, and will take direction from him. The Research Associate will work closely with other FERU staff, students, collaborators and volunteers at UBC and around the world to execute the mission and projects of the unit.
WORK PERFORMED
- Lead and catalyse research in interdisciplinary ocean and fisheries economics;
- Co-ordinate and support FERU initiatives;
- Collaborate with colleagues on economic modeling and valuation, assessment, research, consultation, and development of conservation and sustainable use of ocean resources;
- Communicate FERU findings/knowledge and management/policy guidance at regional, national and international gatherings;
- Advise FERU staff, students and volunteers for work on interdisciplinary databases and analysis.
- Collaborate on development, acquisition and stewardship of grants to support FERU research and management activities.
- Prepare and publish refereed scientific papers, policy documents, public communications and other forms of outreach;
- globally;
- Other duties as agreed with the Director of the Fisheries Economics Research Unit.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
This Research Associate will work closely with Professor Sumaila to develop a work program but will then be expected to execute it independently, while still remaining in communication with Prof Sumaila and consulting appropriately on notable decisions.
SUPERVISION GIVEN
This Research Associate will be involved in supporting work of FERU staff and students where it affects the Research Associate’s responsibilities and priorities. The Research Associate may supervise interns and volunteers on short-term initiatives relating to the Research Associate’s responsibilities and priorities.
QUALIFICATIONS
The applicant must be self-motivated and able to work independently, and have the following attributes:
- PhD in a field related to interdisciplinary marine science and economics;
- At least eight years professional experience beyond the PhD in interdisciplinary marine science and economics;
- Specific and thorough knowledge of ocean science and economics including deep sea mining;
- Front line experience in effecting conservation and sustainable use of marine resources;
- Experience in developing and implementing capacity building initiatives in support of sustainable use of ocean resources;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using both quantitative and qualitative methods, and ability to transfer this knowledge to a wide array of user groups;
- Experience in communicating and working with government, industry, NGOs and local communities to develop measures for marine conservation and sustainable use;
- Strong experience in planning, coordinating and supervising the execution of research projects;
- A proven ability to transfer scientific findings to support management and policy;
- A strong publication record in peer reviewed scientific journals and in policy briefings.
- Ability to seek and secure funding for research projects.
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.
About Us
UBC - One of the World's Leading Universities
As one of the world's leading universities, the University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada and the world.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.
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, and/or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at
workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca
.