Research Manager, Ocean Pollution - Vancouver, Canada - Ocean Wise

Ocean Wise

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Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

_Taking action for the ocean today, so we can all flourish._

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Ocean Wise Pollution Research Program was established in 2014 and consists of two core initiatives: (1)

Pollution Tracker:
a coast-wide monitoring program of chemical contaminants and microplastics along the British Columbia Coast, and (2)

Marine mammal toxicology:
research investigating chemical contaminant levels and their associated molecular-level health effects in various marine mammal species.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Leads a dynamic team and ensures a high-quality and productive research program by:

Working with team members and external collaborators to deliver novel, international-caliber scientific research with conservation impact;
Drafting and submitting research proposals to a variety of funders, including government agencies, foundations, corporations, and donors;
Engaging with coastal Indigenous communities to foster collaboration and participation in monitoring activities and outcomes;
Contributes to a measurable reduction in ocean pollution by changing or influencing policies, as supported by research outcomes;
Administering contracts, agreements, and budgets related to individual partnerships;
Contributing to scientific publications for submission to the international scientific literature;
Setting objectives for the Ocean Pollution group and overseeing progress towards meeting those objectives;
Ensuring sufficient staffing through retention and recruitment;
Performing and/or overseeing departmental administrative duties, including scheduling, payroll, approval of expenses, preparation of contracts with external vendors and service providers; and preparing, administering and monitoring annual operational budgets and monthly forecasts;
Reviewing work performed by team members.

Ensures safe and effective field and laboratory operations by:

Ensuring that all staff, volunteers, and contractors are sufficiently trained, have appropriate gear, and conduct work in compliance with Ocean Wise health & safety policies;
Ensuring maintenance and preparation of field equipment;
Ensuring field data sheets are completed and duplicated.

Conducts and/or supports pollution monitoring and scientific research on marine environmental quality by:

Overseeing field and laboratory-based contaminants-related research and monitoring programs, specifically, the Pollution Tracker program;
Ensuring submission of appropriate samples to designated analytical laboratories;
Collaborating with colleagues on laboratory or field studies;
Drafting or contributing to scientific manuscripts for submission to international journals.

Communicates the results of research by:

Presenting to internal staff and external partners on research findings;
Presenting to local and international scientific conferences;
Conducting regular consultations with the Director of the Whales Initiative and designated colleagues, and where necessary, the Director of Communications;
Overseeing the maintenance and further development of the Pollution Tracker website ), the Pollution Tracker database, and inputs to internal Ocean Wise digital platforms;
Managing data sharing with internal and external researchers and ensuring the development of efficient data sharing processes;
Ensuring the promotion of our programs and providing information on chemical pollution through education and outreach.

Provides management, coaching and mentoring to direct reports and fosters the development of the team by:

Creating an environment conducive to individual development, productivity, and achievement while ensuring open lines of communication;
Ensuring that employees are well organized, sufficiently trained to perform their responsibilities, and provided support to develop to their potential;
Providing direction, guidance and support to team members and motivating staff to achieve a high level of performance and productivity;
Establishing performance objectives/goals, reviewing progress throughout the year, and completing formal performance reviews for direct reports as required;
Recruiting, hiring, and promoting team members in accordance with standard Ocean Wise policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

PhD in toxicology or related field. MSc with relevant experience will also be considered;
Minimum 5 years' experience in contaminantsrelated research or monitoring;
Experience processing contaminant data and handling large datasets;
Experience writing funding proposals;
Experience supervising direct reports;
Experience preparing technical reports and manuscripts for publication;
Experience engaging with Indigenous communities;
Experience managing large budgets and ensuring funds are spent according to agreements.

Technical Competencies