Job Title: MSc in Northern Forest Ecology
Location: Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Labrador
Job Type: Graduate Student
Description: The Moise Lab at the Canadian Forest Service – Atlantic Forestry Centre (AFC) invites applications for a 2-year MSc position beginning May 2026. The successful candidate will be based at Memorial University’s Labrador Campus in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, in the School of Arctic and Subarctic Studies.
This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with the NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) and its Department of Environment and Natural Resources, working alongside Biologists, Technicians, and Guardians. The student will support research that directly informs the management and stewardship of northern boreal resources, combining academic research with local knowledge and priorities.
Research will focus on biodiversity of northern boreal forests in Labrador, emphasizing plant and insect communities and how they are influenced by climate and disturbance. Extensive fieldwork is expected, focusing on plant and/or insect community composition, species richness and diversity, and how these relate to broader ecosystem dynamics (e.g. fire and pest outbreaks). Program specifics will be co-developed by the student and research partners.
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, creative, and highly organized, with strong communication skills. Experience with experimental design and data analysis is an asset. This position is part of a federal government organization that values inclusion, diversity, and equity. While all applicants will be considered, those from (our having connections to) Labrador are particularly encouraged to apply as we look to further contribute to technical and scientific capacity in the region. To apply: Email Dr. Eric Moise (eric.moise@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca) with a brief cover letter, CV, and contact information for two references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Deadline is October 17.
Application Email Address: eric.moise@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca
Company Name: Natural Resources Canada - Canadian Forest Service
Application Close Date: October 17, 2025