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Closing Date: August 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Civil Engineering

The Department of Civil Engineering typically has 200-250 undergraduate, 50-70 graduate students, and 15 faculty members, 3 technical staff, one machinist and three administrative staff. Graduate degrees offered are MEng, MScE and PhD.

The Community Transportation Research Lab (CTRL) is an informal entity within the Department of Civil Engineering and affiliated with the UNB Transportation Group. It brings together multiple funding streams and research ideas under a single brand with the goal of aligning research progress with the transportation research needs of small cities and communities, while fostering the training of highly qualified personnel.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | 2 Year Term| Fredericton | On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 7:45 am - 4:00 pm | 36.25 hours per week (Summer Hours)

Salary Range:$52,933 - $68,818 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Coordinator of the Community Transportation Research Lab, the Lab & Research Coordinator works closely with academic staff in transportation and is responsible for helping achieve the goals and objectives of the lab, including identifying funding and collaboration opportunities, assembling funding applications (and assisting with any reporting requirements), leading, supporting and managing project activities (including coordinating and engaging with partners and students as well as community outreach), supporting and leading report writing, and monitoring and communicating progress on lab activities.

Manage projects funded through the Lab, including preparation of documentation to meet reporting requirements and coordination of human and financial resources to support project commitments.
Contribute to the strategic direction and development of the Lab by identifying and scoping research projects suitable for BScE, MEng, MScE and PhD students.
Support Lab administration by preparing and processing documentation for the Office of Research Services, People and Culture, Financial Services and the Department of Civil Engineering.
Coordinate research funding applications by collaborating with prospective partners, defining roles, preparing letters of support and assembling proposal documentation.
Plan and coordinate the development of the Lab's physical space, including student workspace, equipment and software requirements, and related submissions to Integrated Technology Services (ITS).
Research and identify funding and collaboration opportunities, including Tri-Council programs, to support research, equipment and ongoing Lab operations.
Prepare and review technical documentation for publication under the Lab's name, including summaries of technical reports.
Coordinate data collection through research equipment and surveys and support data analysis for Lab and student research projects.
Coordinate public engagement events, including a provincial transportation research symposium in collaboration with academic, industry and government partners.
Support the promotion of the Lab by collaborating with UNB Communications and Marketing to develop print, web and social media content.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with the Office of Research Services, municipal and regional staff, project clients, the Sustainability Office, and graduate and undergraduate students.

WHAT YOU BRING

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil Engineering preferred).
1 - 5 years professional work experience in transportation engineering or related field.

Additional Strengths

Master's degree in Engineering, Science or Computer Science with a focus on transportation or project management is a strong asset.
Ability to work in both Official Languages (English and French).
Ability to travel.
Registration in New Brunswick (or ability to register in New Brunswick) as an Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer.
Experienced with MS Office suite of products.
Coursework or training in Project Management.

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University of New Brunswick

The University of New Brunswick employs more than 3,200 full- and part-time staff, including faculty, support staff and students. UNB values people and we have proudly been named as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026.

UNB is situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mi'kmaq peoples along the banks of the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river, a region recognized worldwide for its natural beauty. UNB is a comprehensive university with a long history of excellence in teaching and research.

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WHY CHOOSE UNB?

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL STAFF UNION (PTSU)

This position is part of the PSAC, Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.