[Hiring] Human Dimensions Research Associate @University of Alberta

Role Description

This position will be integrated into the Human Dimensions Research Lab within the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation at the University of Alberta. The Lab is a research group that investigates human-wildlife and human-nature interactions to support partners in Federal, Provincial, and State governments, and environmental non-profit organizations in realizing management and policy outcomes.

This position will be funded by the Social Sciences & Humanities Research Council, the Canadian Forest Service, and Biodiversity Pathways. The successful candidate will also provide mentorship in social-psychological modeling, social-ecological systems, and advanced multivariate analysis (e.g., discrete choice and latent class modelling) to graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. You will work in collaboration with, and report directly to, the Principal Investigator of the Human Dimensions Research Lab.

Qualifications

• Experience in social-psychological modeling
• Knowledge of social-ecological systems
• Proficiency in advanced multivariate analysis

Requirements

• Ability to work collaboratively
• Strong mentorship skills
• Commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace

Benefits

• Fully remote work
• Opportunity to influence a diverse range of stakeholders
• Engagement with a vibrant academic community

Company Description

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered.

• Ranked among the world’s top 10 in sports-related disciplines (QS World Rankings 2017–2019)
• Excels in diverse areas including sport science, exercise physiology, health, tourism, rehabilitation, and recreation management
• Advances community health and quality of life through research, teaching, and outreach