Research Scientist - Plant ecophysiology and phenomics

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Duties

Conducts research that contributes to improvements in theories and/or techniques through the innovation or modification of concepts, new or modified solutions.

Plans, organizes, conducts, leads and reports on research projects and/or field work under the guidance of a Scientific Director (DRDT).

Provides technical and scientific guidance to other researchers, the agricultural community and other stakeholders.

Supervises the research activities conducted by direct reports.

Keeps up to date on new knowledge and technologies.

Collects, compiles and analyzes data from research studies.

Disseminates research results though presentations at workshops, seminars, conferences and the publication of scientific and technical papers and reports.

Work environment

The Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu Research and Development Center is one of 20 research centers that make up AAFC's national research network. It is located in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu (Québec).

The Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu CRD helps maintain the competitiveness and sustainability of the Canadian horticultural sector by acquiring new knowledge and by developing new technologies in the field of horticultural crop protection while adopting a focused approach on biovigilance and precision agriculture.

The Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu Research and Development Center is associated with three satellite stations: the L’Acadie experimental farm, the Sainte-Clotilde experimental farm and the Frelighsburg experimental site.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff an indeterminate full-time position.

A pool of qualified candidates may be created and could be used to staff similar positions with various tenures (indeterminate, specified period employment, acting, deployment, assignment or secondment) within AAFC.

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)

Education:
An acceptable doctorate from a recognized post-secondary institution in plant biology or a related discipline.

Important Note: If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. Click on the link below to contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC).

Degree equivalency

Experiences:
Recognized achievements, such as being the author or editor of published or unpublished reports, books, papers, or other communications that are derived from:
a) research, experimental development or tasks related to operational problems and material; OR
b) operational research and scientific analysis; OR
c) planning, analysis and evaluation of canadian and foreign research and development programs; OR
d) developmental work leading to the issue of patents, copyrights, or the creation of improved varieties, functions, or designs, and/or recognition by the professional community of the research environment.

Expertise* in plant ecophysiology, phenomics or a related discipline.
* Expertise refers to experience and competence in the use of approaches, tools and/or technologies in a scientific context.

Experience in the design and implementation of scientific research in plant ecophysiology, phenomics or a related discipline.

Experience in scientific production or scientific recognition demonstrated in the form of publication of research results in plant ecophysiology, phenomics or another related discipline, in recognized journals and / or published reports, books or articles, or other documents communication results from scientific research.

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

Post-doctoral followship in plant science related to plant ecophysiology or phenomics.
Experience in analytical methods (HPLC, LC-MS, GC-MS, or other related methods).
Experience in writing research grant applications.
Experience working in a multidisciplinary team.
Experience in managing multi-year projects involving functions related to human resources, budget and planning.
Experience in interacting with industry and other stakeholders to obtain research support and direction.
Experience in team leadership.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
Knowledge of ecology and/or physiology and/or plant phenomena.
Knowledge of analytical principles and methods used in ecology, physiology and phenomics as well as how to apply them.
Knowledge of cultural, agronomic, environmental and genetic factors, as well as the influence of biotic and abiotic stresses on plant ecology and physiology.
Knowledge of the most important vegetable crops grown in Eastern Canada (Ontario, Quebec and Maritimes).

Initiative
Adaptability
Interactive communication
Teamwork
Written Communication

Abilities:
Ability to manage a team and financial resources.
Ability to make presentations of research results adapted to various audiences.
Ability to establish effective interpersonal relationships.

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

Agriculture and Agri-food Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employee population contributes to its strength and integrity. We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Indigenous peoples (Aboriginal peoples), persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the Employment Equity groups as selection may be limited to candidates belonging to one or more of the groups.

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Possession of a valid driver's license or personal mobility to the extent normally associated with the possession of a valid driver's license.
Ability and willingness to travel.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekend.

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

ASSESSEMENT INFORMATION

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

Various assessment tools may be used, such as, standardized tests, interviews, references, board member knowledge, etc.

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

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

Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team.
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed.
- Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience.
- Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications.

A test may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Asset qualifications may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

APPLICATION & CORRESPONDENCE INFORMATION

Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. You must apply on-line through www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs.html.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact the email referenced below under "Contact Information".

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 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.