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Student Position - Research Assistant - Annapolis Valley Campus - EN

Nova Scotia Community College

Middleton, NS

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Student Position - Research Assistant - Annapolis Valley Campus - EN

Nova Scotia Community College

Middleton, NS
 
Salary: Information not available
 

What you'll do

Responsibilities

What you will be doing…

The coastal research team at the Applied Geomatics Research Group, part of the Nova Scotia Community College's Applied Research unit, conducts field studies to validate and calibrate their various remote sensing instruments and datasets as well as collect data to support and validate hydrodynamic models of the coastal zone. This job will give experience to an intern who will learn about the collection of environmental data in the coastal zone, the validation of these data, geomatics data processing and model construction. All of these skills are geared towards being able to better manage our coastal zone and ensure a safe and clean coastal environment and to map and assess natural resources like seaweed in this environment. We are also conducting lidar research in the forest to calculate Enhanced Forest Inventory (EFI) based on ground plots and airborne lidar. This EFI will denote both biomass of the forest and the potential carbon storage, both useful commodities for forest land managers. During this fieldwork, several scientific and survey instruments are used to conduct field research along remote sections of the coast and inland forested areas. We have recently conducted aerial surveyed utilizing a topo-bathymetric lidar sensor that surveys the topography of the near-shore seabed and drone-based surveys over forested lands. These data can be processed and maps constructed that are then interpreted. However, follow up ground truth surveys are required to determine the seabed conditions and forest plots in order to confirm and validate the interpretation of these data. To accomplish this, AGRG will supervise the intern in the field and expose them to a variety of field instruments to collect validation data. The ground truth data will be used to assess machine learning models to map both the benthic coastal environment and the forest inventory. We would like to hire a Natural Resource intern from the Geomatics programs at NSCC to work with our group to assist us with sampling in the coastal marine and forest environment using a variety of equipment. In addition to collecting ground truthing data, the intern will also be involved in collecting data during aerial lidar drone surveys

What you'll need

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

  • A diploma, advanced diploma, or degree in a related field or discipline specific to the specific to the nature of the research such as GIS, Remote Sensing, Geospatial Data Analytics, Marine Geomatics or equivalent
  • You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail,l and Esri products
  • You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work
  • Experience working outdoors considered an asset

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

  • You demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • You possess excellent interpersonal skills and are able to interact at all levels of an organization
  • You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction
  • Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment
  • You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • You are a strong communicator

Are you interested?

Work With Us

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact David Meister, HR Generalist at david.meister@nscc.ca. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here: https://www.nscc.ca/about/publications/policies-procedures/policies/employee-workplace-accommodations-policy.asp

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.

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Research Assistant Internship

Education,

Annapolis Valley Campus

Middleton, Nova Scotia

Department of Applied Research

Casual Position: Commencing approximately September 8, 2025 and ending February 27, 2026.

Application deadline is 11:59PM, September 2, 2025

About Nova Scotia Community College

Nova Scotia Community College is transforming our province. Through our network of 14 campuses, we provide Nova Scotians with inclusive and flexible access to education and the specialized, industry-driven training essential for today and tomorrow’s workforce.

We believe the future lies in the power of learning, which is why we care about the success of every student – in education, in career and in life. Our vision, mission, promise and values fill us with purpose, guide our work and drive us forward. We realize our vision and mission through our strategic plan, which focuses on the following key areas:

  • Student success
  • Community impact
  • Organizational excellence
  • Academic quality

We demonstrate our commitment to our values with leadership from Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion, our international partnerships and our sustainability practices.

Vision Transforming Nova Scotia one learner at a time.

Mission Building Nova Scotia's economy and quality of life through education and innovation.

Promise To empower those who strive to know more, do more, be more.

Values

  • Accessibility - We commit to opening pathways and providing equitable opportunities for students to engage fully in our programs and services.
  • Diversity - We are intentional in our efforts to build diversity as a core strength. We recognize diversity of knowledge, worldview and experience as an asset and a key driver of success in advancing innovation, creativity and excellence.
  • Employee success - We believe that engaged people make the difference in our environment of continuous learning. Teamwork and creativity are encouraged and innovation is expected to ensure the success of our students and our organization.
  • Inclusion - We are committed to creating a culture of genuine inclusion that is free from discrimination and harassment and where our students, employees and the communities we serve are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. 
  • Innovation - We believe there is always a better way. We find it by inspiring curiosity, openness and creativity in the pursuit of excellence.
  • Public accountability - We work with integrity in every area of the College and believe we must be fundamentally accountable for the public's trust in all that we do.
  • Safety - We're dedicated to ensuring the health and safety of our students and employees. We're committed to working collaboratively to foster a culture of safety and improving safety practices across the organization.
  • Student success - We empower students through applied learning, services and supports to propel them on their way to career success and fulfilment.
  • Sustainability - We commit to the continuous development of the social, economic, cultural and environmental sustainability of the College and our communities.

Jobs at NSCC We value Diversity and Inclusion The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

We offer:

  • Competitive salaries.
  • Comprehensive benefit plan that includes health, dental, vision, paramedical, life insurance and more.
  • Employee and family assistance program (EFAP) and other wellness and mental health supports.
  • A defined pension plan.
  • Option to make RRSP contributions using payroll deduction.
  • Preferred provider discounts such as home and auto as well as discounts as Lawton’s locations.
  • Campuses with athletic facilities, ample parking, daycares, cafeterias and accessible workplaces.
  • A FlexWork Policy offering options depending on your role.
  • Generous vacation entitlements, including paid time off between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
  • Various leaves, including illness or injury, long-term disability, time off for life events such as bereavement, family illness and more.
  • Tuition waiver for eligible employees and immediate family taking NSCC courses.
  • Professional development workshops and other learning opportunities for all employees.
  • Free organizational learning to support and continue to grow your teaching skills: An Adult Education Foundations (certificate) program to hone your teaching and student support skills (required for new Faculty and Professional Support employees). Ongoing workshops and one-on-one support as well as peer collaboration through a Teaching Commons (for Faculty).