Job Description

Position Information

Position Title

Research Associate

Department/Unit

Plant, Food and Envir Sciences

Location

Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S207-25

Employee Group

NSGEU Local 77

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Two (2) years

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Salary

$29.52 - $32.44 per hour ($49,895 - $54,830 per annum, 32.5 hours per week)

Classification

RE03

Provisional Statement

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

The Faculty of Agriculture, Dalhousie University is a small research-intensive campus located in Truro, NS. Offering technical, undergraduate and graduate programs in agriculture, environment and related life and social science disciplines, the Faculty of Agriculture educates future leaders and generates knowledge and innovative solutions for healthy, sustainable societies. Reporting to the Director of the Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada (OACC), the Research Associate will contribute to science coordination and networking, impact analysis, and communication as part of the OACC's Organic Science Cluster (OSC) team, an industry-supported research program that is led by the industry applicant, the Organic Federation of Canada, in collaboration with the OACC.

Key Responsibilities

Co-lead a research priority setting process for OSC4. This includes surveying, reviewing and compiling research priorities from the Canadian organic sector, linking industry with scientists. Work with OSC team members and partners to conduct an analysis of research impact. Coordinate consultants and other service providers who may support the work. Network and communicate with current and potential OSC4 scientists to help identify research priorities and opportunities for linkages, including those between current and potential OSC4 scientists, and identify and further research opportunities. Identify, develop, and deliver/facilitate meetings, workshops and presentations for scientists and other stakeholders (e.g. industry associations, leading organic operators, extension specialists, private sector businesses, government representatives) relating to program development strategies. Prepare and contribute to scientific journal manuscripts. Prepare and deliver outward facing reports and presentations to stakeholders (e.g. academics, producers, government) and the granting agency, including reports and presentations to create and build on opportunities and priorities. Play a leading role in OACC in researching and responding to queries relating to organic science.

Note

Occasional travel within Canada for a period of up to several days at a time will be required. Scheduling and compensation will be in accordance with the collective agreement.



The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

MSc in Agriculture or a related discipline applicable to agriculture plus five (5) years of work experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience). Demonstrate knowledge, experience and interest in working with organic agriculture. Proven excellent written, verbal, and public speaking communication skills, especially relating to agricultural extension communications for a producer audience. Excellent interpersonal skills with the demonstrated capacity to build relationships and work with team members, and internal and external stakeholders and partners. Demonstrated attention to detail, problem solving, and project management skills with the proven ability to multi-task in a busy work environment. Strong computer skills with proven proficiency working with MSExcel, MSWord, and MS Powerpoint.

Assets

PhD in Agriculture or a related discipline applicable to agriculture. Ability to read and write in French.

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's core competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:



Self-Awareness & Professionalism Respect & Inclusion Adaptability Knowledge & Thinking Skills Communication

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Non-probationary bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.



We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit

www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed

here

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Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

One (1)

Open Date

11/05/2025

Close Date

12/03/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19807