Staff – Non Union
Job Category
M&P – AAPS
Job Profile
AAPS Salaried – Research and Facilitation, Level B
Job Title
BRIMM Water Stewardship Theme and Fellowship Manager
Department
BRIMM | Faculty of Science
Compensation Range
$6,747.50 – $9,701.42 CAD Monthly
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Posting End Date
January 13, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date: Jan 5, 2026
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Job Summary
The Bradshaw Research Institute for Minerals and Mining, or BRIMM, promotes cross-disciplinary research spanning the entire life-cycle of mining, from early exploration to mine closure and rehabilitation. It engages faculty experts from across Science and Engineering and beyond to address industry challenges by identifying and developing research synergies among researchers. It also engages in online education and fellowship opportunities for industry and industry-adjacent members.
The Research Administrator and Economic Leadership management role requires a creative, independent thinker with an aptitude for developing and managing research relationships between faculty and industry. With limited instruction, the incumbent will manage the day to day administrative, financial, communication and outreach activities of the BRIMM Water Stewardship theme, with the potential to expand to other themes, as well as manage the new BRIMM Fellowship and elements of the Economic Leadership online program.
The incumbent will seek and develop synergies within an interdisciplinary research environment and promote our online courses. Possessing a breadth of knowledge of the research enterprise, the incumbent will use this knowledge to seek opportunities for collaboration between researchers and industry partners.
Organizational Status
The mandate of BRIMM is to develop new interdisciplinary research teams that tackle industry problems spanning the full life cycle of mining, and to facilitate pairing of industry research needs with UBC faculty research expertise. BRIMM will foster and advance interdisciplinary research partnerships between faculty and industrial sponsors.
The incumbent reports to the BRIMM Operations Manager. The position supervises several part time staff and students. It will interact and liaise with the BRIMM Associate Director, Executive Advisory Committee, industry research partners, as well as with faculty, staff and students.
Work Performed
Stakeholder relationship building and stewardship – this role will interface with potential collaborators within the Water Stewardship theme, with potential to expand to other themes.
- Managing the relationship and drawing them into appropriate projects
- Making connections across and beyond campus
- Managing theme budget(s)
- Oversees data collection for theme research and progress
- Managing communication across the theme(s)
- Researching theme funding opportunities
- Developing workplans for theme research activities, management and communication including work plans and timelines
The incumbent will be expected to independently manage a mid-level connection with both researchers and industry; facilitate networking opportunities for BRIMM associates; and identify and lead in developing strategic research relationships across UBC Faculties including Science, Applied Science, and Forestry and at other institutions, and with mineral exploration, mining and mining service companies.
Event Management:
- Lead regular meetings of multi-disciplinary theme research teams and their sponsors
- Support BRIMM team at informational and promotional events
- Identify and invite appropriate researchers and industry contacts to attend and develop presentations and content.
Communication (with the rest of the BRIMM team)
- Market and promote BRIMM activities via website, newsletters, and promotional materials
- Develop content for the quarterly newsletter
- Develop and promote mining education and fellowship materials
Financial oversight
- Manage the water theme budget with the potential to manage more themes in the future
- Manage the BRIMM fellowship budget
- Participate in budget forecasting and preparation for the themes and fellowship programs
Mining Education
- Develop and manage the scholarship and fellowship application processes
- Support public relations endeavors as project expands globally
- Oversees student data collection and database management
- Develop workplans and timelines for the new fellowship program
- Recruit and manage additional staff for the Mining Education program, such as TAs
Consequence of Error/Judgement
The incumbent must consistently exercise sound judgement. A lack of judgment in understanding a researcher s needs or the relationship with industry partners could have a negative impact on BRIMM, on research projects, and on industry relationships. This position will be interacting with many faculty and industry partners regarding research collaborations, including company confidential information. Discretion is vital. Moderate decision making is required. Meets at minimum weekly with Director, but incumbent must possess a high level of confidence and the ability to work effectively independently.
Supervision Received
Works with minimal supervision and wide latitude. The incumbent reports to the BRIMM Operations Manager, but acts independently in accordance with the objectives of BRIMM.
Supervision Given
The incumbent may supervise part time staff including teaching assistants and undergraduate and graduate students engaged through research assistantships to advance BRIMM activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of three years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
– Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
– Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
-Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
-An undergraduate degree in Earth Science, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline is required.
Three years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Qualifications
A Master’s degree in Earth Science, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of training and work experience is preferred. Familiarity with relevant research terminology and literature. Minerals sector industry work experience a definite asset. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Strong scientific and creative writing ability. Ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities. Ability to foster productive relationships and to communicate effectively with researchers and industry executives on technical or research issues.
