Research Scientist

Closing Date: June 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Faculty of Forestry and Environmental Management: Wood Science and Technology Centre

The Wood Science and Technology Centre is a self-sustaining applied research and development centre, under the administration of the Faculty of Forestry and Environmental Management, that services the value-added wood products, wood construction, and non-timber forest bio products industries in Atlantic Canada.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | 1 year Term | Fredericton | On Site (Hugh John Flemming Forestry Complex)

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $65,069- $88,681 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Director of the Wood Science and Technology Centre, this position conducts research on innovative wood-based products and timber engineering.

• Develop in-house and contract research projects: develop research proposals as required to meet the Centres' and/or clients' research mandate, and solicit support from funding agencies for clients and the Centre's research projects.
• Execute research projects: develop work plans for projects, conduct research projects, ensure overall quality of technical work, and prepare and review reports.
• Assist to market the services of the Centre: visit mills, companies and other organizations, and represent the Centre at technical conferences, seminars, and other public forums.
• Assist to advise undergraduate and graduate students to conduct thesis projects.

WHAT YOU BRING

• A doctoral degree in wood science and engineering.
• Minimum of five-years working experience in an R&D centre.

Additional Strengths

• Knowledge on statistics, Matlab, Abaqus, and DIC.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under minimum supervision.
• Capability to operate various woodworking machines and testing equipment.
• Sound publications in scientific journals.
• Ability to write proposals, reports, and papers in a scientific manner.
• Excellent communication, both verbal and written.

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.

ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL GROUP (APT)

This position is part of the non-union Administrative, Professional and Technical (APT) group.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick is 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