Energy Resource Assessment Geoscientists – Multiple Opportunities

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Assessment accommodation

Physical Scientist Streams:
Stream 1 - Petroleum Geophysicist (PC-04)
Stream 2 – Geophysical & GIS Support Scientist (PC-02)
Stream 3 – Geophysical and GIS Science Analyst (PC-03)
Stream 4 – Petroleum Resource Analyst (PC-03)

*Sunset program: A time-limited program that does not have an ongoing funding and policy authority

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Duties

PC-04 Petroleum Geophysicist (Stream 1)
Contributes to Lands and Minerals Sector (LMS) science projects and programs by providing robust and scientific-based evaluations of oil and gas resources in sedimentary basins in Canada. Provides leadership for science programs and projects focused on geophysical and regional geological data analyses for assessment of sedimentary basin geology, hydrocarbon energy resources and associated issues. Responsible for providing analyses of geophysical data and oil and gas resource assessments at the national level and for providing information to multiple stakeholders such as the responsible Provinces and Territories that do not otherwise have access to un-biased and credible expertise.

PC-02 Geophysical and GIS Support Scientist (Stream 2)
Contributes to Lands and Minerals Sector (LMS) Science Projects by planning and conducting scientific and technical support activities for projects on oil and gas resource assessment studies of sedimentary basins in Canada. Advises on methods and techniques for geophysical and geographic datasets and produces results in the form of maps, value-added geophysical and geological datasets and their derivatives. Provides scientific advice and information on geographic information systems and seismic data management to internal scientific staff and liaises with public and private partners / stakeholders.

PC-03 Geophysical and GIS Science Analyst (Stream 3)
Contributes to Lands and Mineral Sector (LMS) Science Projects by planning and conducting activities in projects delivering robust and science-based predictions on oil and gas resource of various sedimentary basins in Canada. Compiles, synthesizes and adapts raw and published geoscientific data for regional petroleum resource analyses. Provides scientific advice and information on seismic data interpretation to internal scientific staff and liaises with public and private partners / stakeholders. Collaborates on methods and techniques for geophysical and geographic datasets and produces results in the form of maps, value-added geophysical and geological datasets and their derivatives. Provides scientific advice and information on geographic information systems and seismic data management to internal scientific staff and liaises with public and private partners / stakeholders.

PC-03 Petroleum Resource Analyst (Stream 4)
Contributes to Lands and Mineral Sector (LMS) Science Projects by planning and conducting sub-activities in projects delivering robust and science-based predictions on oil and gas resource of various sedimentary basins in Canada. Develops, validates and advises on methods and techniques for science programs and projects focused on identification, characterization, and assessment/appraisal of sedimentary basin hydrocarbon energy resources and associated issues. Compiles, synthesizes and adapts raw and published geoscientific data for regional petroleum resource analyses. Conducts resource assessments and provides scientific advice and information on petroleum resource to internal scientific staff and liaises with public and private partners/stakeholders.

Work environment

At Natural Resources Canada, we encourage developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. We know it takes people from diverse pools of talent to make this happen. That is why we are looking for people like you. As an employee at Natural Resources Canada you can enjoy diverse employment opportunities, a range of career development programs, and a learning culture that supports you to learn on an ongoing basis. We support balancing your work and private life by offering the benefits of flexible work arrangements.

Intent of the process

Immediate need is to fill several temporary positions until March 31, 2026. A pool of (fully or partially) qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions at the PC-02, PC-03 and PC-04 group and level within Natural Resources Canada in Calgary, Alberta, with various tenures (determinate period or permanent), various security requirements (Reliability status or Secret clearance), and with various conditions of employment.

Positions to be filled: 5

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

ALL STREAMS:
A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with an acceptable specialization in geology, chemistry, physics or some other science relevant to the position, such as Earth Science or geophysics.

Degree equivalency

Note: Experience must have been achieved through a working environment or a postgraduate university program, and not simply through a course or an educational program; Co-op and/or internship work terms and are included as work experience.

STREAM 1 (PC-04):
• EEx1: Experience planning, managing and conducting independent research in sedimentary basin geoscience .
• EEx2: Experience interpreting geophysical data and using seismic software, such as Kingdom Suite.
• EEx3: Experience providing expertise on geophysical methods, techniques or outputs.

STREAMS 3 & 4 (PC-03):
• EEx4: Experience working on a team of researchers and support staff.

STREAM 4 (PC-03):
• EEx5: Experience participating in geoscientific studies of sedimentary basins.

STREAMS 2 & 3 (PC-02 & PC-03):
• EEx6: Experience developing seismic project databases and managing application-independent seismic archival records.
• EEx7: Experience in seismic project setup using interpretation and mapping software (e.g. IHS Kingdom Suite, GeoFrame, seismic registration tools, ESRI ArcMap or Global Mapper).
• EEx8: Experience in digital seismic data processing software (e.g. ProMax)
• EEx9: Experience using graphics and presentation software.

ALL STREAMS:
• EA1: Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• EA2: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• EA3: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

STREAM 1 (PC-04):
• EA4: Advisory skills
• EA5: Ability to plan, manage and conduct research.

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

ALL STREAMS:
• AEx1: Experience using geographic information systems.
• AEx2: Experience evaluating petroleum resources.
• AEx3: Experience in sedimentary basin analysis.
• AEx4: Experience in sedimentary basin or petroleum system modelling.
• AEx5: Experience processing marine seismic data.
• AEx6: Experience developing and evaluating contracts for geophysical services.
• AEx7: Experience making presentations at scientific meetings.
• AEx8: Experience using seismic processing software, such as ProMax..
• AEx9: Experience using graphics and presentation software.
• AEx10: Experience in compilation, subsurface geological mapping and analysis of multi-parameter geological data for petroleum systems analysis.
• Note: Experience must have been achieved through a working environment and not simply though a course or an educational program; Co-op and/or Internship work terms are included as work experience.

ALL STREAMS:
• AA1: Ability to manage databases and analyze data using statistical methods.
• AA2: Ability to develop innovative methods for problem solving.

• OR1: Willingness and ability to travel (within and/or outside Canada).
• OR2: Willingness to complete all training required at the Geological Survey of Canada – Calgary, such as safety training.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

STREAMS 1 & 3 (PC-04 & PC-03):
• EK1: Knowledge of seismic acquisition, processing and interpretation methodologies.

STREAM 4 (PC-03):
• EK2: Knowledge of conventional and unconventional petroleum geology.
• EK3: Knowledge of conventional and unconventional petroleum systems.
• EK4: Knowledge of organic geochemistry.

STREAMS 2 & 3 (PC-02 & PC-03):
• EK5: Knowledge of the application of seismic reflection surveys, geophysical logs, and borehole velocity surveys.

ALL STREAMS:
• PS1: Effective interpersonal relationships
• PS2: Collaboration
• PS3: Adaptability
• PS4: Judgement

STREAM 1 (PC-04):
• PS5: Leadership

STREAMS 2, 3 & 4 (PC-02 & PC-03):
• PS6: Attention to details

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

ALL STREAMS:
Graduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with an acceptable specialization in Earth Science, geology or geophysics or some other science relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

ALL STREAMS:
• AK1: Knowledge of sedimentary basin analysis in marine settings.

STREAM 1 (PC-04):
• AK2: Knowledge of techniques and methodologies in the identification, characterization and assessment/appraisal of sedimentary basin oil, gas and mineral resources.

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

Information on employment equity

Natural Resources Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities or women (in non-traditional occupations) could be considered in priority.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - This factor is not used at the screening stage. The hiring department is responsible for the security clearance process.

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 information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.

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.

Those selected for an interview should be prepared to provide the names of their references. Some or all of these individuals may be contacted. References must have an in-depth and direct knowledge of your work, and must be able to answer specific questions pertaining to your achievements and strengths.

You must provide proof of your education credentials and occupational certification. 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/.

Random selection and/or top-down selection may be used at any time during the process to identify which applicants will be further assessed.

The breadth and depth of experience may be considered when making a selection.

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.