UBC Forestry congratulates Dr. Danielle Ignace on being selected as an Excellence in Ecology Scholar from the Ecological Society of America (ESA).
About Danielle’s Research
Danielle is a dedicated ecophysiologist from the Coeur d’Alene tribe whose research centers on investigating the impacts of climate change, wildfires, and introduced species on ecosystem health and their effects on Indigenous communities across the United States and Canada.
As a strong advocate for the representation of underrepresented groups in the field of science, Danielle emphasizes the integration of Indigenous Knowledge and effective science communication in her transdisciplinary projects. Her commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion is evident through her roles as an elected Officer for the Traditional Ecological Knowledge Section of the Ecological Society of America and Chair of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee for the American Society of Plant Biologists.
Danielle also serves as an Associate Editor for the journal Elementa: Science of the Anthropocene, which is an open-access, transdisciplinary journal dedicated to facilitating collaborative, peer-reviewed research. Throughout her career, she has built distinctive collaborations to better comprehend and convey critical global change issues.
As an Indigenous woman thriving in the field of STEM, Danielle is deeply committed to developing Indigenous-focused curricula. Her unique perspective acts as a bridge between Indigenous communities and the scientific community, fostering connections and understanding.
About the Ecological Society of America
The 2023 EEE Scholars engage in impactful research across diverse ecological communities and landscapes. They are actively involved in community engagement initiatives. Each scholar will receive a $5,000 award over two years. This funding will aid their participation in speaking opportunities at ESA annual meetings, research projects, family/childcare support, webinars, and publication fees in ESA’s open-access journals. The ESA Excellence in Ecology Scholars program supports the career development of diverse ecologists, fostering innovative research in social-ecological systems to address global environmental challenges.
Paramount Forestry Ltd. is an established forest management consulting firm specializing in silviculture surveying & timber development services for clients including major licensees, the Ministry of Forests, as well as private land & woodlot owners. Located in the beautiful Bulkley Valley, in the north-central part of BC’s interior, the Town of Smithers has much to offer any family or individual. Paramount, as a result of annual contract commitments, has full-time seasonal FOREST PROFESSIONAL & FOREST TECHNICIAN positions open for post-harvest/Silviculture surveying activities. Both career-advancing, as well as shorter-term seasonal positions are available. Paramount does believe in safety first and is committed, through annual safety training, in providing employment in the securest way possible.
NorthPac Forestry Group Ltd. is a fully integrated forestry company, engaged in all aspects of forestry from planning through to the delivery and sale of logs to domestic and overseas customers and markets. With an annual volume under management of approximately 1,000,000 m3 and expanding opportunities in forestry and energy sectors in Northwest B.C. we are looking to grow our team.
For more information and how to apply please visit the attached link below.
Natural Resources Canada Canadian Forest Service is recruiting to fill several forestry officer positions in various locations across Canada. These positions will support a new, multi-year program to enhance Canada’s forest monitoring and reporting, working in collaboration with Canada’s provinces and territories and other federal departments. By being key contributors to pan-Canadian forest data coordination, collection and analysis, successful candidates will contribute to a better understanding of forest integrity and forest carbon. Come join our vibrant team of foresters, technical experts, and researchers to help deliver this exciting program within a diverse and inclusive work environment.
For more information and how to apply, please visit the attached link below.
UBC Forestry would like to congratulate Dr. Cindy Prescott and Dr. Shannon Hagerman on receiving the Scientific Achievement Award through the International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO).
About Cindy’s Research
Cindy’s research has improved our scientific understanding of the interactions between trees and the belowground ecosystem, and the influences of forestry practices on soil organic matter and nutrient availability. It has also improved our ability to restore forests on poor or degraded soils. Dr. Prescott has contributed to scientific publishing of forest research, serving for 20 years as editor of two major forest science journals – the first woman in both cases. Cindy has contributed to graduate education in forest sciences through her own supervision and by overseeing the graduate program at the University of British Columbia.
About Shannon’s Research
Shannon’s research addresses urgent societal challenges at the nexus of people, climate change, and forests. She pioneered the field of novel environmental interventions and has led forestry in new directions, underpinned by nuanced social data sets. Working with colleagues around the world and her graduate students, her research is highly original, methodologically innovative, integrative, and collaborative. She publishes in high-impact journals and influences policy discussions and decision-making at international, regional and community scales. As an award-winning teacher and Associate Dean in the Faculty of Forestry at UBC, she is also training the next generation of forestry researchers.
About the Scientific Achievement Awards
At each World Congress, IUFRO recognizes outstanding achievements of up to ten scientists. Awards are presented for research results published in scientific journals, proceedings of scientific meetings or books, or appropriate patents or other relevant evidence that clearly demonstrates the importance of the scientific or technical achievement to the advancement of regional or world forestry or forest research.
The UBC Faculty of Forestry has had ten past award winners (Namkoong, Kimmins, Saddler, Innes, Mansfield, El-Kassaby, Kozak, Hamelin, Aitken, Sunderland), making it the most celebrated institution in IUFRO’s 130-year history.
Wild + Pine is seeking Field Technicians for our summer operations beginning in May 2024. These positions are full time, based out of our Edmonton office, with the possibility of extension, and no prior experience is required.
Renewable Forest Services Ltd. is currently seeking permanent full-time intermediate and junior forest engineers to start work on one of our North Island or West Coast contracts.
Please see the attached file for more information and how to apply.
Work alongside experienced natural resource industry professionals in the most spectacular, remote, rugged work sites within the Pacific Northwest! You’ll also receive consistent performance evaluations and personalized mentorship with competitive compensation. Position opportunities include:
