BCIT’s Renewable Resources Department is seeking an enthusiastic and team-oriented temporary, part-time (0.3 FTE) Faculty, Ecological Restoration. This position requires 4.5 teaching hours per week to teach our ECOR 9140: Indigenous and Social Perspectives on Ecological Restoration I (1.5 credits) and RENR 7008 Indigenous Perspectives in the Natural Resources (3 credits) in the BSc program from September to December 2025. The contract will also extend as a temporary, part-time (0.1 FTE) Faculty, Ecological Restoration (1.5 teaching hours per week) to teach our ECOR 9240: Indigenous and Social Perspectives on Ecological Restoration II (1.5 credits) from January to April 2026 for the MSc program.
The Ecological Restoration programs provide undergraduates and graduates with a strong foundation in the methods available to restore a broad range of ecosystems that have been impacted by human influences in British Columbia, across Canada and in other parts of the world. Ecological Restoration graduates will not only bring skills and expertise to current employers but will also be leaders and innovators in this rapidly developing industry.
The Ecological Restoration programs provide undergraduates and graduates with a strong foundation in the methods available to restore a broad range of ecosystems that have been impacted by human influences in British Columbia, across Canada and in other parts of the world. Ecological Restoration graduates will not only bring skills and expertise to current employers but will also be leaders and innovators in this rapidly developing industry.
Duties & Responsibilities
These temporary positions will teach ECOR 9140 (Fall)/9240 (Winter: Indigenous and Social Perspectives on Ecological Restoration I and II) to students enrolled in the Master of Science in Ecological Restoration. The course runs as a 1.5-hr lecture weekly on Fridays (time is flexible) for 15 weeks (15 lectures) each term. The preferred method would be in-person delivery of the course, but remote delivery will be considered, depending on the applicant’s qualifications. This course aims to provide students with a deeper understanding of Indigenous perspectives and cultural differences, as well as training on steps and approaches to building successful collaborative relationships with Indigenous communities, stakeholders, and government partners. The course has been developed and the material is available for the instructor. The learn outcomes for these courses include: Integrate Indigenous ways of connecting and interacting with the land with ecological restoration approaches; Develop ways to incorporate diverse perspectives into the practice of ecological restoration; Integrate the roles Indigenous communities play in developing and initiating restoration activities; Design restoration plans that incorporate Indigenous peoples’ values and traditional knowledge.
The successful candidate will also have an option to teach RENR 7008: Indigenous Perspectives in the Natural Resources (3 credits) in the BSc program from September to December 2025 on Thursdays from 9:30 to 12:30. This course explores the historical and contemporary relationship between First Nations and the physical environment, particularly in British Columbia. The course will provide a detailed overview of the history of First Nations from both national and provincial perspectives. It will also examine the various federal acts that have impacted aboriginal peoples socially and politically. The course will explore the treaty process in British Columbia, examining Aboriginal self-government, land ownership, and the management of natural resources. Through case studies and team projects, the course will explore the working relationships between First Nations, various levels of government, and private industry, particularly in relation to Traditional Ecological Knowledge, environmental management, and sustainability issues. The course has been developed, and the material is available for the instructor.
Applicants can apply for one or both courses, the MSc (1.5 credits in Fall and Winter) and/or the BSc (3 credits in the fall). Please specify in your cover letter your preference.
The successful candidate will also have an option to teach RENR 7008: Indigenous Perspectives in the Natural Resources (3 credits) in the BSc program from September to December 2025 on Thursdays from 9:30 to 12:30. This course explores the historical and contemporary relationship between First Nations and the physical environment, particularly in British Columbia. The course will provide a detailed overview of the history of First Nations from both national and provincial perspectives. It will also examine the various federal acts that have impacted aboriginal peoples socially and politically. The course will explore the treaty process in British Columbia, examining Aboriginal self-government, land ownership, and the management of natural resources. Through case studies and team projects, the course will explore the working relationships between First Nations, various levels of government, and private industry, particularly in relation to Traditional Ecological Knowledge, environmental management, and sustainability issues. The course has been developed, and the material is available for the instructor.
Applicants can apply for one or both courses, the MSc (1.5 credits in Fall and Winter) and/or the BSc (3 credits in the fall). Please specify in your cover letter your preference.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong experience working in natural resource management, working with(in) Indigenous communities and/or integrating Indigenous Knowledge with western science and/or other combinations of post-secondary education and experience.
- Awareness of historical and current issues faced by Indigenous communities in relations to natural resource management.
- Familiarity with course content as related to course learning outcomes. The course outline can be found: ECOR 9140, ECOR 9240, RENR 7008
- Identify as Indigenous and/or have experience working with Indigenous groups in a Natural Resource management context.
- Ability to combine multiple sources of knowledge and perspectives in a teaching context, particularly with engaging relevant Indigenous knowledge-holders and environmental stewards.
- Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively teach at the post-secondary level in classroom, field, and online settings.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse team, being flexible and adaptable to meet the needs and challenges of a dynamic program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 3 years of recent field and/or operational experience in the course areas listed above.
Additional Information
Benefits – Why you’d love working with us
- Competitive pay
- Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)
- Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
- Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
- Professional Development funds and resources
- Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
- Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
- Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact RecruitmentAssistant@bcit.ca. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Email applications will not be accepted.
The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).
Salary Range
Salary Range: $65,045 - $113,545 per annum.
Additional Salary Information
Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.
Position Details
Posting Category
Faculty
Department 2
Natural Resources and Environment
Campus Location
Burnaby campus
Bargaining Unit
BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)
Job Status
Temporary
Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Start Date
08/25/2025
Anticipated End Date
05/01/2026
Competition Information
Competition Number
25FSA648
Competition Open Date
07/19/2025
Competition Close Date
08/04/2025
Open Until Filled?
No