Researcher, Forest Carbon Modeling

At FPInnovations, we don't just offer jobs, we offer career opportunities that will allow you to significantly contribute to the Canadian forest industry. We rely on the outstanding expertise of over 330 employees to support our member companies and the industry.

• You can look forward to:

  An organization in the midst of a transformation that focuses on agility and innovation

• Working with dedicated and passionate people
• Support in achieving your professional goals
• Hybrid telework policy
• Monday to Friday work week with flexible scheduling options
• Access to a full selection of extended benefits and vacation eligibility from day one
• Flexible retirement investment plan with employer and employee contributions (Up to 7% from the employer)
• 14.5 paid statutory vacation days
• Salary top-up for parental leaves

DESCRIPTION

• We are looking for an experienced researcher to help FPInnovations support the industry in achieving sustainable development objectives, including greenhouse gas emission reductions. The researcher will work on the development of models and tools within multidisciplinary project teams.
• RESPONSIBILITIES
• Continue development of forest carbon models
• Develop data for tools and models
• Develop performance indicators based on recognized standards and practices
• Carry out applied analyses to support innovation in the forestry sector
• Communicate research results to industry and government members of FPI
• Be a trusted safety collaborator; adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2nd cycle university degree in industrial engineering, forestry, wood science or related field
• 3 years relevant experience
• Knowledge of forest carbon modeling tools is an asset
• Fluency in English and in French (written and spoken)

SKILLS

• Team spirit, curiosity and desire to improve the forest industry;
• Resilience, adaptability to changing priorities;
• Project management experience;
• Ability to work independently on several projects simultaneously, organizational skills and a strong sense of initiative;
• Positive attitude and openness to learning.

FPInnovations is an equal opportunity employer.