Faculty, Ecological Restoration
British Columbia Institute of Technology
CAD 65,045-113,545 / year
Posted on Aug 16, 2025
Position Details
Position Information
| Position Title | Faculty, Ecological Restoration |
|---|---|
| Who We Are | At BCIT, putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision, which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running. |
| Position Summary | BCIT’s School of Construction and the Environment is seeking a temporary, part-time (0.2 FTE) Faculty, Ecological Restoration. BCIT’s BSc program in Ecological Restoration is among North America’s very few programs that specialize in this emerging discipline. This program provides graduates with a world-class foundation in the fundamental science, applied knowledge, and technical skills needed to restore a broad range of degraded ecosystems. The program has been designed to advance the science and practice of ecological restoration. The BSc is a 2-year program (years 3 and 4) and is one of just two Canadian BSc programs in ecological restoration. Students work with our many professional partners on a wide range of applied restoration projects, thereby gaining experience in addressing many current environmental challenges. Graduates have an excellent track record of securing positions with consulting companies, nonprofit organizations, as well as all levels of government including First Nations. |
| Duties & Responsibilities | The successful candidate should have a strong foundation in GIS, remote sensing, and environmental science or related field. Candidates should also have strong field skills, knowledge and experience of research/monitoring design, and preferably experience applying knowledge of the physical sciences within an environmental management/ecological restoration context. Experience with any of the following are also advantageous: watershed assessment, terrain and ecosystem mapping, sediment and soil erosion control. |
| Qualifications | QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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| Additional Information | Benefits – Why you’d love working with us
BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and see how we hire. The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh). |
| Salary Range | Salary Range: $65,045 - $113,545 per annum. |
| Additional Salary Information | Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. |
Position Details
| Posting Category | Faculty |
|---|---|
| Department 2 | Natural Resources and Environment |
| Campus Location | Burnaby campus |
| Bargaining Unit | BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA) |
| Job Status | Temporary |
| Full-Time/Part-Time | Part-Time |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Anticipated Start Date | 09/03/2025 |
| Anticipated End Date | 12/19/2025 |
Competition Information
| Competition Number | 25FSA654 |
|---|---|
| Competition Open Date | 08/16/2025 |
| Competition Close Date | 08/23/2025 |
| Open Until Filled? | |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/9795 |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification.
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Certificate
- Diploma
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- PHD
- * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
- 0-1
- 1-2
- 3-5
- 6-9
- 10+
- * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
- Yes
- No
- * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
- I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
- I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
- I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
- * This position is temporary with an anticipated end date. At the time of posting, there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date.
- I acknowledge that there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date of this temporary position.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter