Farid is an archaeologist with a wide range of research interests. He has been involved in several archaeological projects throughout the coast and interior of British Columbia, and in Eastern Africa. His current work focuses on the deep Indigenous history of British Columbia, through community engaged collaborations. In addition to teaching campus-based courses, Farid is Director of the Archaeology Field School, a unique program that has provided field and research training to both university students and to Indigenous community members throughout British Columbia. This field school has been the gateway for dozens of students to gain careers as professional archaeologists, in Cultural Resource Management.