Intermediate Science Technician

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 | 4-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: $50,149- $62,686 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the New Brunswick Aquatic Ecosystem Study (NBAES, formerly MAES) Project Managers, the Intermediate Science Technician works closely with the senior scientific staff and faculty members of NBAES and is responsible for assisting in the planning and management of field studies, conducting research work, maintaining research equipment, analyzing data and in the preparation of technical reports.

• Assist intermediate/senior technicians in completion of field and laboratory work.
• Lead and mentor undergraduate student teams.
• Train Junior Science Technicians and undergraduate summer student hires.
• Lead field teams in demanding situations such as working in near proximity with our Industry Partner and their facilities.
• Follow applicable data collection and safety protocols.
• Prepare draft technical reports including the analyses and manipulation of data, generation of graphs and figures, and description of findings.
• Perform basic technical maintenance of research equipment used in the collection of field data and laboratory analyses. Prepare, calibrate, and configure gear for use by others.
• Identify need and assist with the procurement of necessary chemicals and supplies for field equipment, such as ethanol and calibration fluids.
• Develop and manage inventory lists of equipment and supplies including vehicles and boats.
• Organize field crews for each day, confirm work locations, ensure gear is working and ready for use, and train/monitor that data is collected properly.
• Assist with planning sample collection and equipment needs for field projects.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 2-year Diploma in a relevant science-based technical discipline, or 4-year science-based degree in a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years at the Junior Science Technician level or equivalent experience.
• Required licensing and experience-based competency in handling boats and trucks in a professional setting.
• Experience with field data collection, data entry, data QA/QC, data analysis, and report writing.

Additional Strengths

• First Aid, WHMIS.
• Calibration of typical field/lab gear such as sondes and meters, or the ability to learn on their own.

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.