Research Associate, Agriculture & Land Use
Purpose
We are seeking a confident and dedicated Research Associate to advance Canada’s agricultural sector as both a driver of economic prosperity and responsible land management. Specifically, we are seeking a candidate interested in working on initiatives that create a national net zero agri-food system and advance a pan-Canadian framework for regenerative agriculture as a way to reinforce the environmental stewardship role of Canadian farmers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, with experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.
What You'll Do
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Support the identification, design, and implementation research that furthers nature-positive land use in Canada's agricultural sector
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Disseminate practical policy advice to stakeholders to influence Canada’s Sustainable Agriculture Strategy and other emerging initiatives
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Investigate pathways that incentivize behavioural change or reinforce pro-environmental behaviours, to ensure a nature-positive future for Canada’s Agriculture Sector
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Identify policy instruments and regulatory frameworks that reduce the impact of the agricultural sector on biodiversity, with an emphasis on supporting species at risk.
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Undertake scoping studies, stakeholder consultation, and modeling exercises to identify emissions reduction opportunities
Job requirements
Who you are
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Graduate of an agriculture, land use, forestry or similar University program
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Intermediate or junior researcher with 1 - 4 years’ experience in a similar role
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Enthusiastic community mobilizer with experience in stakeholder engagement
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Experienced in the use of mixed-methods research and data analytics
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Independent, self-motivated, and an adaptable team player
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Comfortable communicating complex research findings to technical and lay audiences
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Passionate about agri-food systems and affecting the transition to net-zero
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Familiarity with Canadian agricultural policies, integration measures, soil and water management practices or biodiversity conservation, considered an asset
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Experience writing funding proposals, considered an asset
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Bilingualism in French and English, considered an asset
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