Work Learn International Undergraduate Research Assistant Positions
The Animal Welfare Program has a number of Work Learn International Undergraduate Research Assistant positions for the summer. The postings close March 20, 2022. Click on link below for more info:
2022 International Farm Animal Welfare Fellowship
Applications have officially opened for the 2022 International Farm Animal Welfare Fellowship!
Our fellowship includes a curated 3 months online program from May to August 2022, followed by continued community support. We hope to unite and support individuals with a shared passion for improving the welfare of farm animals in China. We believe that a multidisciplinary approach is needed to achieve this, and therefore welcome and encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and approaches to apply.
The fellowship will feature interactions with notable figures including Professor David Fraser (University of British Columbia), Jian Yi (Good Food Fund), Professor Guo Peng (Shandong University), Paul Littlefair (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), Pearl Zhang (International Cooperation Committee of Animal Welfare), Lisa Yang (Global Food Partners), Dr Xiong Chuanwu (Integrated Quality Consulting), Ziya Huang (Tianxia Academy), Professor Qian Yefang (Zhongnan University of Economics and Law), Jonathon Tree (Environmental and Animal Society of Taiwan), Jeff Zhou (Compassion in World Farming), and more.
Application deadline: March 31st
For more information, please visit our website at: ifawf.org
Applications are available at: https://jinshuju.net/f/dbZ2So
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Warm wishes,
Maria Chen 陈榕珊
Fellowship Cofounder and Director
MSc in Aquaculture at UBC
Research Area
As the aquaculture industry expands there is increasing push to reduce reliance on antibiotics and other chemicals to prevent or treat impacts from pests and pathogens. Methods to stimulate the immune system with the use of feed additives, or water treatments are of great benefit to the industry. This is a unique opportunity to work on a joint project with UBC and the Fisheries and Ocean Canada (DFO), in collaboration with leading finish aquaculture industries in the province. The successful candidate will lead scientific investigations into the use of fluvic acid as a feed and bath supplement for immune stimulation in locally important fish species for aquaculture, such sablefish, chinook salmon, rainbow trout, and/or arctic char. Desired outcomes of this study are to develop specific protocols for inclusion of these health additives into practices applicable to the hatchery environment.
Responsibilities
- Capable of getting to PSEC (Pacific Science Enterprise Center) in West Vancouver
- Daily fish care
- Experimental setup
- Data collection
- Laboratory analysis
- Data management
- Statistical analysis
- Thesis and scientific publication write-up
- Eventual presentation of their results at a scientific meeting to transfer their gained knowledge to stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor in Animal Science, Marine Biology, or Related Science Discipline with a minimum grade average of 70%
- For students who have not yet completed degree, there is the option to start this project as part of a Work-Learn position.
How to Apply
Please submit a current CV, a cover letter outlining your motivation for the position, and the contact details of two references to Dr. Andrea Frommel.
Additional Information
If you want more information, please contact:
Dr. Andrea Frommel at andrea.frommel@ubc.ca
Aquaculture and Climate Change Lab
Faculty of Land and Food Systems, UBC
ISCBC Provincial Youth Summit
The Invasive Species Council of BC is pleased to host the 2022 Provincial Youth Summit: “The Power of One”, on January 15, 2022.
Summit Background
The Invasive Species Council of BC convened the first Provincial Youth Summit in 2020. The Youth Summit brought together youth, leaders and industry experts from across BC. Attendees explored volunteer projects in habitat restoration and learned from environmental experts.
The 2022 Provincial Youth Summit takes place virtually on January 15, 2022.
Summit Program
Hear from several exciting speakers including Simon Jackson, the founder of the Spirit Bear Youth Coalition, and Katie and Claire, the founders of Friendly Composting. Learn how illustrative nature journaling promotes biodiversity in BC and inspires appreciation of the natural world.
Registration Link
The Deadline to Register is January 15, 2022 at 10am Pacific Time.
https://bcinvasives-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcof–ppzgvGtQMGwhqiNrt_gtEIkhdtx_L