Aquatic Science Biologist

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We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questions how they meet the education AND experience criteria listed in the essential AND asset qualifications (if applicable). Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirement. Résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached resume" will NOT be accepted and may result in your application being rejected. Failure to provide this information in the requested format may result in your application being rejected.

Please note that the answers to the screening questions may be used to assess the "Ability to communicate effectively in writing".

Intent of the process

The intent of this selection process is to create a pool of qualified candidates to be used to staff these or similar positions within Fisheries and Oceans Canada in the Newfoundland and Labrador Region on an indeterminate, specified period (term), or acting basis.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education:

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a natural, physical or applied science with specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience:

Experience in organizing and conducting scientific projects.

Experience in processing, analyzing, and interpreting scientific data.

Experience in the preparation of scientific reports or papers.

Experience in providing scientific information, advice, or recommendations (BI-03 only).

Personal Suitability:

Flexibility

Effective interpersonal skills

Leadership (BI-03 only)

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

Asset Qualifications

Asset Education:

Graduation with a graduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

Asset Experience:

Experience with data collection methods for biological, chemical, or physical data in aquatic environments or relating to aquatic species.

Experience working at sea or on large bodies of water on medium or large vessels for extended periods of time and in a variety of sea states.

Experience operating small motorized boats.

Experience carrying out scientific surveys onboard vessels or aircraft (fixed wing or helicopter).

Experience with quantitative stock assessment on shellfish or finfish species.

Experience with the assessment of marine mammal populations.

Experience conducting ecosystem assessments or multidisciplinary studies relating to aquatic ecosystems.

Experience modeling biological or ecological data.

Experience with stomach content analysis or diet analysis.

Experience with taxonomic identification of planktonic, benthic (e.g. corals, sponges) or fish samples.

Experience conducting research on cold-water corals or sponges.

Experience in tagging aquatic animals, or the analyzing and interpretation of tagging data.

Experience working with commercial or potential aquaculture species in cold-water environments.

Experience in applying genomic or biochemical techniques to chemical, biological, or oceanographic samples or data.

Experience with GIS software and spatial analytical techniques.

Experience in writing and modifying computer codes or scripts (e.g. R, SAS, C++, Python).

Experience manipulating large datasets using relational databases (e.g. Oracle, MS Access).

Experience supervising personnel in a work environment (e.g. technical staff, students).

Experience liaising, collaborating, or working cooperatively with clients, industry, or stakeholder groups.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

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

Operational Requirements

Willing and able to engage in frequent travel (for some positions)

Willing and able to work for extended periods in isolated field locations, sometimes under harsh conditions (for some positions).

Willing and able to go to sea (for some positions).

Willing and able to work nights, weekends, and variable hours as required by operational needs (for some positions).

Willing and able to carry out strenuous field activities (for some positions).

Willingness to become trained in appropriate safety or technical procedures commensurate with the position (eg., WHMIS, MED A1, first aid, small boat safety, firearms, drugging, etc.) (for some positions).

Conditions of Employment

Possession of a valid driver’s license (for certain positions)

Reliability security clearance

Medical fitness in accordance with certification by Health Canada (for certain positions)

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence and telephone conversations, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

E-mail correspondence will be used as the main method of communication for this selection process; therefore, please provide a valid e-mail address. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent.

A top down selection method may be used at any point in the assessment process.

A partially assessed pool may be created.

You must provide proof of your education credentials (original documents only).

If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job in the public service. The public service will accept any Foreign Educational Credentials as long as they are deemed comparable to Canadian standards, through a recognized credential assessment service. For further information, please visit http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/psr-rp/equiv-can-eng.htm

It is the candidate’s responsibility to obtain the appropriate documentation from the recognized educational institution.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

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