Research Associate
National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health (NCCIH)
Term, Full-time (1 year)
The National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health (NCCIH), located on the traditional and unceded territory of Lheidli T’enneh First Nation at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), invites applications for the position of Research Associate.
Reporting to the NCCIH Academic Lead, Dr. Terri Aldred, and Research and Operations Manager, Donna Atkinson, this position will support research and knowledge translation activities related to First Nations, Inuit, and Metis public health, including identifying, analyzing, synthesizing, and disseminating scientific, Indigenous and other knowledges to promote and improve the use of evidence in public health decision-making, policy and practice.
The NCCIH is one of six National Collaborating Centres for Public Health (NCCPH) established in 2005 with funding from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) to promote and support the timely use of scientific research and other knowledges in public health practice, programs, and policies. Its mandate is to strengthen public health systems and advocate for health equity for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in Canada through knowledge translation and exchange.
The NCCIH is located at the UNBC main campus in Prince George, British Columbia, however remote (off-site) work in other locations across Canada is an option. First Nations, Inuit, and Metis applicants will receive priority.
This is a one-year-term position, with the possibility of extension based on operational requirements and funding availability.
Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Identifying, analyzing and synthesizing scientific, Indigenous, and other knowledges for print and web publication including journal articles, book chapters, technical reports, fact sheets, environmental scans, literature reviews, newsletter or web content, and other educational materials or tools;
- Preparing research proposals, grant applications, and research ethics applications
- Providing research support as part of the Centre’s quality assurance and peer review process;
- Planning, delivering, and evaluating workshops, webinars and other education and outreach initiatives;
- Preparing and presenting research at academic conferences and other events
- Representing the Centre on selecting internal and external committees, working groups, and networks assigned by the NCCIH Manager or the Academic Lead;
- Contributing to the planning, development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of Centre projects and initiatives; and
- Other research and knowledge translation duties as assigned.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- Master’s or PhD in health sciences or related discipline and at least three years of related experience; An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
- Knowledge and understanding of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples in Canada
- Experience working with First Nations, Inuit, and Metis communities or organizations
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
- Proficiency in qualitative research with capabilities in quantitative research and mixed methods;
- Proficiency in computer software applications including MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and online research and communications tools;
- Detail-oriented, proactive and leadership-driven with excellent organization and time management skills;
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team;
- Ability to speak fluently in both official languages or an Indigenous language is considered an asset; and
- Ability to travel and work flexible hours occasionally.
Salary
Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $38.00 to $44.00 per hour and the normal starting salary will be $38.00 per hour.
UNBC offers excellent benefit packages, as well as employee training and development opportunities. For more details please see http://www.unbc.ca/human-resources/employee-benefits.
Normal hours of work are 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Pacific Time, Monday to Friday.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Employment Equity
The University of Northern British Columbia is fully committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all. We are devoted to ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This commitment is woven into our motto and mission. In the Dakelh language, UNBC’s motto ‘En Cha Huná translates to “they also live” and means respect for all living things. Through the respect for all living things, we are able to grow and learn better together, each bringing our own unique individual differences and contributions to inspire leaders for tomorrow by influencing the world today.
Employment equity requires that we remove barriers and overcome both direct and indirect discrimination. In this way, the pool of excellent candidates increases substantially. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
About UNBC
Since its founding in 1990, the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) has emerged as one of Canada’s best small research-intensive universities, with a passion for teaching, discovery, people, and the North. UNBC’s excellence is derived from community-inspired research, hands-on learning, and alumni who are leading change around the world.
Since time immemorial, Indigenous peoples have walked gently on the diverse traditional territories where the University of Northern British Columbia community is grateful to live, work, learn, and play. We are committed to building and nurturing relationships with Indigenous peoples, we acknowledge their traditional lands, and we thank them for their hospitality. UNBC’s largest campus in Prince George is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh, in the spectacular landscape near the geographic centre of beautiful British Columbia.
UNBC consistently ranks in the top three in its category in the annual Maclean’s university rankings. UNBC also recently placed among the top five per cent of higher education institutions worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
With a diverse student population, the University is friendly, inclusive, and supportive. Prince George is a city of ~80,000 people with impressive cultural, educational, and recreational amenities. For more information about living and working in Prince George, please refer to http://www.unbc.ca/experience and https://moveupprincegeorge.ca. Make your mark with this leading post-secondary institution.
To Apply
Applicants should create an applicant profile and upload and submit a cover letter and resume to the system. This position is part of CUPE Local 3799 and is an on-campus position, based at the Prince George Campus, however remote (off-site) work in other locations across Canada is an option.
The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from the four designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities) as well as the 2SLGBTQ+ communities and individuals with intersectional identities.
Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at [email protected]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
UNBC does not use artificial intelligence to screen candidate applications.
Priority will be given to applications received by August 14, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
