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Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC looking for Seasonal Technicians – Application deadline Jan 7/26

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The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC (FFSBC) is an independent, non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors with a mandate to provide hatchery and related fisheries management services to various clients and partners, including the Province of BC, other jurisdictions, First Nations, Crown Corporations, Community Associations, and the private sector. They are seeking enthusiastic … Read more

Biology Field School Info Session: WED, DEC 10 @ 12 PM, Room A312

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Take part in an immersive, extended biological field experience in the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere Region AND earn 8 credits! From May 14-26, you’ll explore the diverse terrestrial and marine ecosystems of the Clayoquot UNESCO Biosphere Region, learn about Nuu-chah-nulth history, language, culture, and Indigenous-led conservation, and visit the Ucluelet Aquarium and spot whales, seals, … Read more

UFV Science Student Volunteer Opportunity: Genome BC Geneskool at CEP – DEC 18

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Genome BC’s Geneskool program will be visiting our Chilliwack Campus on Thursday, December 18, and they are seeking science student volunteers. **Volunteers should have completed first-year biology or feel confident with basic biological concepts, as the activities involve topics such as genes, alleles, Punnett squares, ELISA, blood typing, and more. Geneskool is the educational branch of … Read more

UFV biochemist Harley Gordon helps uncover major discovery about salicylic acid

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UFV TODAY November 17, 2025 Sometimes when conducting research, scientists make unexpected discoveries that change how we understand the world.  In Dr. Harley Gordon’s case, the unexpected discovery came while he was studying how salicylic acid is synthesized in plants. Harley, an assistant professor in biology at the University of the Fraser Valley, was part … Read more

Directed Study Opportunity in Biology

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Dr. Alida Janmaat, Associate Professor in Biology, is seeking two directed study students to support the research projects outlined below. These courses offer an opportunity to apply scientific principles through a creative, hands-on directed studies research experience outside the usual course format. The prerequisites for both BIO 408 and BIO 409 are a B+ or … Read more

Fisheries and Oceans Canada: Fraser Stock Assessment Employment Opportunities – Closing MAR 31/26

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Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s (DFO) Fraser and Interior Stock Assessment Group will begin screening applicants for their stock assessment technician inventory pools to staff next year’s field programs. They will be assessing candidates for three staffing pools: Stock Assessment Technician – entry level Stock Assessment Technician II – Inventory – field supervisor Stock Assessment Technician III … Read more

Fall 2025 Directed Studies Presentations: BIO 409/499 Proposal Seminars NOV 5 & 7

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As part of the Directed Studies program in Biology, our BIO and BIOC 409/499 students will each be presenting a 15-minute seminar outlining their research proposal. These presentations account for 5% of each student’s overall grade in the course and will be evaluated by their research supervisors. This year, we have ten students presenting. If … Read more

Mitacs Industry Internship Opportunity with Harley Gordon – Microbiology

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Dr. Harley Gordon (Biology, Assistant Professor) and Dr. Cory Beshara (Chemistry, Associate Professor) are seeking two part-time interns for a 6-month industry partnership project. As the Microbiologist for the project, you will work both independently and collaboratively on an industry-focused research project. Your responsibilities will include maintaining bacterial cultures, preparing growth media, harvesting bacteria, and … Read more

Are you interested in a MSc in Forensic Science?

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Trent University is excited to invite you to their upcoming Zoom session dedicated to those interested in pursuing graduate studies in Forensic Science. This will be an information session for the September 2026 intake in the MScFS program. If you’ve been considering advancing your education, better preparing yourself for the job market, or both, this … Read more