Supervisor, Biologist IV

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Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

***Please note; although preference is given to Canadian citizens in this hiring process, we encourage and will accept applications from non-Canadian citizens.***

Intent of the process

This process will initially be used to fill 1 position on a permanent basis.

The result of this selection process will be to create a pool of qualified candidates from which future permanent and/or temporary BI-04 vacancies at the Public Health Agency of Canada may be filled.

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 doctorate degree (Ph.D.) by thesis from a recognized post-secondary institution, with specialization in a Biological Life Science (e.g., Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics).

Note: With an acceptable combination of experience and appropriate training, graduation with a doctorate degree (Ph.D.) by thesis from a recognized post-secondary institution, with specialization in a Natural or Applied Science applied to large-scale biological data sets, may be considered.

Degree equivalency

1. Experience in performing and validating molecular methods.
2. Experience with modern ′omic approaches (genomics, metagenomics or metatranscriptomics).
3. Significant* experience with Illumina high throughput sequencing and data analysis.
4. Experience in communicating complex scientific subject matter, in writing** and orally.
5. Experience in planning, execution, monitoring and supervising of scientific research project delivery, which includes training of scientific personnel.

*Significant is defined as the depth / breadth of Experience normally acquired by performing these activities for two or more years. (Note: Experience obtained during academic training may be recognized as full-time equivalent experience).

** A listing of the Applicant’s co-authored Scientific Publications and Presentations is expected for inclusion within the Candidate’s application.

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

Asset Qualifications are defined as not essential to perform the work, but would enhance the work to be performed currently or in the future and would benefit the organization. Consequently, these may be used to make a selection as the ‘right fit’ for the position.
Candidates must clearly indicate in their online applications which Qualifications (asset) they meet and and describe the depth and breadth to which they meet each factor.

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
1. Experience in identifying and characterizing microorganisms.
2. Experience in performing phylogenetic and phylogenomic analyses.
3. Significant* experience with genomics research project management, including data management and publication.
4. Experience with UNIX / UNIX-like commands.
5. Experience with quality management.

*Significant is defined as the depth / breadth of experience normally acquired by performing these activities for two or more years. (Note: Experience obtained during academic training may be recognized as full-time equivalent experience).

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

1. Knowledge of modern microbial sequencing practice and data analysis.
2. Knowledge of lab equipment (application & problem solving) relevant to Genomics.

1. Upholding integrity and respect
2. Thinking things through
3. Showing initiative and being action-oriented
4. Working effectively with others
5. Leadership
6. Communication (written and oral)

Behavioural Indicators of the core public service competencies (items 1-4) found at:
http://intranet.canada.ca/hr-rh/ptm-grt/pm-gr/pmc-dgr/bi-ic-eng.asp

PHAC Competency Dictionary: http://www.gcpedia.gc.ca/gcwiki/images/0/0c/16-001-CMBI-1920-1200-SRez-Dictionnary-ANG-R3.pdf

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
1. Knowledge of microbial population analysis.
2. Knowledge of approaches used for infectious disease testing and public health research.

1. Data Information Collection & Analysis
2. People Management***
3. Quality/Service Improvement
4. Stress Management
5. Collaboration & Partnerships
6. Innovation in a Research, Development and Analysis context

*** People Management: Candidates must clearly demonstrate that they have supervised scientific personnel, established work objectives, monitored progress and assessed performance.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group provided the candidate meets all Essential Qualifications listed on the job opportunity notice and any applicable Asset Qualification(s).

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Willingness and able to work full-time, five days per week.
Willingness and able to occasionally work overtime and/or weekends, on short notice, upon request.
Willingness and able to travel (within and/or outside Canada) in order to participate in meetings, to present and/or for training

Conditions of employment

Secret Security Clearance
Medical Clearance

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

Candidates must meet each Essential Qualification to be appointed to the position. Selection will be determined by the ‘right fit’ for the position. Asset qualification(s) may be used for candidate screening and/or rating.

A candidate may be appointed to the position even though he/she does not meet any or all of the Asset Qualifications, Operational Requirements or Organizational Needs. However, meeting these criteria is desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. The manager also may decide not to assess some or all of the Asset Qualifications, Operational Requirements or Organizational Needs.

INSTRUCTIONAL INFORMATION TO APPLICANTS:
- In answering the screening questions, you are requested to explain clearly and concisely the Situation: where you acquired the experience i.e. the organization(s), dates, your role and responsibility; the specific Task or challenge that you faced; Action: the actions you took; and the Results of your actions. **Note the number of examples are not as important as ensuring that the examples describe the depth, breadth and relevance of your Experience in/with the factor.
- Provide for each Essential Qualification. Note the number of examples are not as important as ensuring that the examples describe the depth, breadth and relevance of your Experience in/with the factor.
- Your resume must clearly demonstrate that you meet all of the education and experience elements. Failure to do so will result in your application being screened out. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/ COMMENTS:
All information must be provided online. Do not fax or mail in hard copy documents as these will not be accepted.

Candidates must obtain the required pass mark for each qualification in order to be given further consideration in the selection process.

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar term and/or permanent positions.

A written exam may be administered.

Proof of Education must be submitted at the interview.

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.