Aquatic Biologist

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Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established in order to staff similar positions at Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in aquatic, biological or natural science, with a specialization in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

At least one year of experience in conducting scientific activities and writing scientific reports.

Experience in statistical analyses of different ecological subjects.

Experience in using programming languages for quantitative analyses of biological or other data (e.g., R, Matlab, ou SAS).

Experience in fieldwork, working in isolated camps, in boats or aircraft.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

A post-graduate degree from university in a field associated with the function of the position.
A university degree in statistics or a related field.

Degree equivalency

Experience in publishing in a scientific forum, involving a peer review by experts, including at least one publication as first author in one of the following fields: habitat selection, predator-prey relations, population dynamics, analyses of movements, or diet modeling using stable isotopes or other chemical tracers.

Experience in the quantitative analyses of complex data of marine mammals.

Experience in the quantitative analyses of complex data of aquatic species.

Experience in in development and maintenance of databases.

Experience in population dynamics modeling.

Experience in the quantitative analyses of complex data in the field of habitat selection.

Experience in modeling of predator prey relationships.

Experience in the quantitative analysis of movement data.

Experience in modeling diet using stable isotopes or other chemical tracers.

Experience in working from small boats, airplanes, helicopters or large vessels.

Experience in presenting and explaining science advice to varied clients.

Have completed or accept to complete a course on «Experimental Fish» in accordance with certification by the Animal Welfare Committee of the Maurice Lamontagne Institute, Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
Have completed or accept to complete a course to obtain a permit for detaining and acquiring firearms.
Accept and be capable of using firearms with the aim of killing marine mammals as part of sampling programs.
Accept and have the capacity to work aboard various platforms including helicopters, small planes, and boats of various sizes as required.
Have completed or accept to complete training in the theory and practical aspects of driving heavy vehicles and towing « Program of conformity for drivers of Fisheries and Oceans Canada ».

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of methods used in quantitative analyses of ecological data.
Knowledge of statistical analysis methods.
Knowledge of sampling plans and methods and analyses of resulting data.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain, validate and document computer databases.

Effective interpersonal skills
Dependability
Initiative

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Knowledge of methods and techniques usually applied in ecological research on marine mammals.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Valid driving license.
Medical fitness in accordance with certification by Health Canada.
Accept to travel and to work outside of normal working hours.
Accept and be able to work at sea or in the field in remote or isolated environments and under primitive conditions (e.g. camping) for periods of up to 6 weeks consecutive weeks, and for periods that could exceed 10 weeks per year.
Accept or be qualified to operate small vessels in accordance with certification by Transport Canada or accept to follow and succeed in acquiring this certificate.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.