Bioinformatics Business Systems Manager

Important messages

• Do you want to be a leader who can change how IT supports science and regulatory solutions in the Government of Canada?

• Want to help to maintain and improve the health of all Canadians?

If so, join the Health Canada team!

Duties

As the Bioinformatics Business Systems Manager, you will provide expert advice and analysis to decision-makers on the nature and extent of optimal innovative IM/IT solutions integral to the delivery of the scientific and regulatory programs. You will identify, lead, and manage solutions for capturing and maintaining business, science and regulatory data, and related business intelligence solutions, leveraging your strong change management skills and knowledge of IT project management to advance initiatives across the branch.

Key initiatives you would be involved in:
You will manage a team who provide IT solutions and IT project planning for a diverse range of scientific business needs such as the Chemicals Management Plan and Radiation Safety.

We are looking for an IM/IT leader to expand the success we have seen in the branch to other programs across Health Canada.

Work environment

Who we are:
Health Canada (HC) is the federal department responsible for helping Canadians maintain and improve their health. Within HC, the Healthy Environments and Consumer Safety Branch (HECSB) is a science and regulatory organization focusing on a broad spectrum of issues critical to Canadians’ health and safety. HECSB activities are directed at safeguarding the health of Canadians through research, policies and regulations that address chemicals, environmental contaminants, and consumer products.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 1,000 words (maximum) "Cover letter telling us how you have what we are looking for. If you have additional skills or certifications, please tell us."

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

What education do I need?
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in natural, physical or applied sciences.

Degree equivalency

What acquired experience do I need?
5-10 years of experience in understanding business needs and delivering data-driven information management solutions that solve client problems in a scientific or regulatory business environment.

What knowledge do I need?
Enterprise systems design & management and IT project management frameworks including Agile methods, data mining and business intelligence tools and techniques.

What abilities do I need?
• Ability to set direction, guide and motivate a cross-functional team, including program staff, scientists, and IT professionals.
• Ability to identify key issues in a complex environment and isolate the root of issues quickly and accurately.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, including the capacity to connect with technical and business stakeholders in a compelling way through storytelling.
• Ability to navigate the unique bureaucratic challenges of a public sector environment, and deliver solutions effectively within this context.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)
What linguistic profile should I have?
Advanced English/French bilingualism.

Information on language requirements

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

Master in bioinformatics/cheminformatics/informatics or relevant graduate degree in computer science.

Degree equivalency

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

BENEFITS
The salary range is from $110 113 to $128 939. Please consult the TBS website for upcoming changes to the annual salary range. You will enjoy benefits (dental and health care) for you and your family, an appealing pension plan and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Health Canada values work-life balance and supports flexible work arrangements wherever possible.

RELOCATION
The Initial Appointees Relocation Program provides newly appointed employees with the sum of up to five thousand dollars ($5, 000.00).

WHO CAN APPLY?
Residents of Canada and Canadian citizens living abroad. All applications will be considered, and preference will be given to veterans and Canadian citizens, in this order.

FINE PRINT
• Candidates with foreign educational credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. You may consult The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials at http://www.cicic.ca for further information.

• Your application will be assessed based on how strong your outlined qualifications meet the ones outlined in the job advertisement. Only the top candidates will be contacted to participate in the evaluation process.

• You are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of your choice (English or French). You are asked to indicate your preferred official language in your application.

• 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 special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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.