Assistant Professor of the Social Dimensions of Wildfire

About the role

The Department of Forest Resources Management at the University of British Columbia seeks a tenure‑track Assistant Professor to lead research and teaching on the social dimensions of wildfire. The position supports undergraduate and graduate programs and contributes to understanding wildfire impacts on rural and Indigenous communities.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct interdisciplinary research on wildfire risks, impacts, and mitigation strategies.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to wildfire, social science methods, and community engagement.
• Secure research funding and publish scholarly work in relevant journals.

Required profile

• PhD in a field relevant to the social dimensions of wildfire, with a strong research record.
• Demonstrated ability to work with Indigenous peoples, communities, NGOs, and decision‑makers.
• Experience or potential in scientific publishing, knowledge extension, and grant acquisition.

Required skills

• Expertise in social science research methods for assessing wildfire impacts.
• Familiarity with wildfire mitigation strategies and community‑level risk reduction.

What we offer

• Salary range $130,000–$150,000 CAD, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package and support for equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.