UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems

We are hiring! The UBC Dairy Education and Research Centre is located in Agassiz, BC, and milks approximately 250 cows with 6 robotic milkers. We are looking for a team member to our farm staff who has experience with or is willing to learn robotic milking, feeding animals using a TMR system, and operating cropping equipment.  Prior experience in these areas would be an asset but we are willing to train someone who is a good fit. UBC Dairy is a research-focused, fast-paced environment where farm staff support and collaborate with national and international researchers, graduate, and undergraduate students. Adaptability and strong record-keeping skills are essential to support ongoing research initiatives. Please apply through the UBC Workday link: https://lnkd.in/g3BFX8yN

This #UBCGivingDay, support the LFS community and three impactful initiatives! 💡 LFS Young Alumni Council Fund connects recent graduates with mentorship, networking & career growth opportunities. 🌎 Dietetics Rural & Indigenous Placement Fund supports students with hands-on learning in Indigenous & rural communities. 🌱 UBC Farm Operations Fund supports innovative research, education & community programs at UBC's living laboratory dedicated to sustainable food systems. Join us on April 3rd: https://lnkd.in/g7wEQJ3h

Congratulations to Dr. Marina (Nina) von Keyserlingk! 🎉 Ghent University recently awarded her an honorary doctorate in recognition of her outstanding contributions to animal welfare. A globally recognized leader, mentor, and role model, Dr. von Keyserlingk has guided countless students toward successful careers in academia, government and beyond. Her passion and dedication continue to inspire the next generation. Pictured: Dr. Christel Moons from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Frédéric L. Agneessens, from the Canadian Embassy, Dr. von Keyserlingk herself, and Dr. Frank Tuyttens from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Animal Welfare Program @ UBC

This #UBCGivingDay, LFS is excited to highlight two incredible funds that are making a real impact! 🌟 First, the LFS Young Alumni Council Fund bridges the gap between campus and career by empowering recent graduates with access to meaningful networking, mentorship and professional development opportunities. Your support will help build a vibrant and connected alumni community that drives meaningful change locally and globally. 🌍 Second, the Dietetics Rural & Indigenous Placement Fund ensures dietetics students can gain hands-on experience in Indigenous and rural communities, learning directly from leaders about local food traditions and health priorities. With your support, dietetics students will have the resources to thrive and succeed as they learn to help build the health of our communities. 🏞️ Join us on April 3rd and help to empower the leaders of tomorrow! 💪 Learn more: https://ow.ly/gOnq50VlMg8

Congratulations to Lindsay Cuff, Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Faculties of Forestry and Land and Food Systems, for winning the Open Educational Resource (OER) Excellence and Impact Award! 🏆 This honour celebrates faculty members at UBC who demonstrate extraordinary dedication to advancing open educational practices, breaking down economic barriers, and enhancing accessibility within credit courses. Her dedication to open education and collaboration is inspiring, empowering educators everywhere. 💡📚 Learn more: https://ow.ly/htHk50VhzRy

Exciting news! Join us in celebrating Thorsten Knipfer and Duncan McHugh as the newest UDL Fellows at UBC. 🎉 Knipfer, Assistant Professor in Applied Biology, uses dynamic teaching methods like problem-based learning to motivate student learning and bridge research with real-world applications. 🌱 McHugh, Digital and Instructional Media Producer, supports various teaching and learning projects like decolonizing curriculum and will encourage the widespread adoption of inclusive teaching practices throughout UBC. 💻 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gghrZCTa

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Jean-Thomas Cornelis on receiving a UBC Killam Accelerator Research Fellowship! Dr. Cornelis’ research integrates Indigenous knowledge with modern soil science to improve the health and resilience of ecosystems. By studying and reintroducing traditional practices, such as Indigenous forest gardening and soil care, his research highlights how these methods can enhance soil fertility and ecosystem stability without the need for synthetic inputs. Learn more about Dr. Cornelis' research: https://ow.ly/e5CY50VgNpH

Meet Parisa, a Research Analyst who combined her passion for health, nutrition and research. Her journey is a reminder that career paths aren't always linear—diverse experiences can open doors to fulfilling career opportunities. While pursuing her undergraduate degree in UBC Global Resource Systems, Parisa gained hands-on research experience as a Research Analyst at the Centre for Gender and Sexual Health Equity. After graduation, she leveraged her strengths as a legal writer at Deloitte before earning her Master of Science at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine—bringing her back to her passion for health and nutrition. Learn more about Parisa's career journey: https://lnkd.in/gugu-P-Y

Welcome to UBC's new Global Resource Systems LinkedIn page! On this page we will share: 🖊️ academic resources 🖊️ job opportunities 🖊️ student spotlights, and more. Please share this page with current, prospective, and past GRS students to grow our community.

Looking for a summer internship? Interested in gaining hands-on experience with Indigenous land-based education, research and wellness? The Centre for Indigenous Land-Based Education, Research, and Wellness at xʷc̓ic̓əsəm at the Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm is now accepting applications for Summer 2025 Internships! Gain skills in ethnobotany, Indigenous research methodologies, community collaboration, and more -- while earning UBC course credit! Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Apply by April 21: https://ow.ly/zxMK50V9z7g