Join the team!

One MRM/MSc position available.

The lab currently includes students enrolled in the highly regarded Masters in Resource Management (MRM) programme. Applicants should have a background in ecology, hydrology, conservation, forestry, wildfire and/or environmental science. Skills in GIS and programming are beneficial. A cover letter and CV should be submitted to Dr. Wilkinson relating to your preferred research project.

Available Projects:

Boreal Shield Wildfire Refugia and SAR Habitat Mapping and Modelling. Joint grant with University of Waterloo, Dr. Chantel Markle.

The lab is currently at capacity for PhD students.

Strong analytical and writing skills, as well as proficiency in ecology, hydrology, soil science, wildfire science and/or biogeochemistry is required for joining the lab. Please note your interest via contacting Dr. Wilkinson directly including a cover letter and CV.

Two Summer Research Assistant position available!

If you’re an undergraduate student in the Faculty of Environment this could be the position for you! Preference will be given to students with an interest in conducting a small research project of their own via an independent study or Honours thesis. Research assistant positions can be summer or 1-2 terms in length and are a great way to learn new skills and get a taste for research. Research assistants will support ongoing projects through assistance with data collection (lab or field), GIS analyses, sample processing and the writing of scientific publications. If you have an interest in wildfire, forestry, or peatlands then reach out and let’s talk!