Specialist in Physical Sciences, Underwater Acoustics and Marine Sciences

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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

On October 6, 2021, the Government of Canada announced details of its plans to require vaccination across the federal public service.

As per the new Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination for the Core Public Administration Including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, federal public servants in the Core Public Administration and members of the RCMP must attest to their vaccination status. The requirement for employees to be fully vaccinated applies whether they are teleworking, working remotely or working on-site. This is a condition of employment and it applies to indeterminate (permanent), determinate (term), casual, and student hiring. Should you reach the point in the selection process where it is necessary to verify terms and conditions of employment then the hiring manager or a human resources representative will contact you in order to complete an attestation

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established in order to staff similar positions at Fisheries and Oceans Canada, in the Quebec Region.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

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

Graduation with a degree from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in physics, marine sciences, mathematics, engineering, signal analysis or another scientific field related to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience in conducting quantitative analyses and interpreting multidisciplinary datasets using statistical and analytical tools or techniques associated with oceanography, underwater acoustics or environmental sciences.

Experience in the use of computer languages for programming and processing and managing datasets for scientific purposes.

Experience in carrying out scientific work in marine sciences, physical oceanography, or relevant experience in another environmental science.

Experience in contributions to the writing of scientific articles or technical papers.

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

Graduate degree (MSC, PhD) from a recognized university with an acceptable specialization in physics, marine sciences, mathematics, signal processing, engineering or another science relevant to the position.

Certificate or diploma from a recognized post-secondary program with specialization relevant to the duties of the position (e.g., qualifications related to physical sciences, ocean technologies, computer science or database acquisition, development and management).

Degree equivalency

Experience in carrying out scientific work in marine sciences.

Experience using statistical data analysis software.

Experience in multivariate statistical analysis of large ecological or oceanographic datasets, and the use of probability theory.

Experience in modelling in oceanography, underwater acoustics or environmental sciences, including the management of uncertainties related to input data and model approximation.

Experience in digital signal processing, spectral analysis or time series analysis, and manipulation of random variables.

Experience in spatial or temporal analysis of oceanographic, meteorological or environmental data.

Programming experience in Fortran, C, MATLAB, R, Python, Shell, Perl or SQL.

Experience in developing complex data transformation or loading procedures using languages such as SQL, PL/SQL, Python, R, and MATLAB.

Experience in project management and managing complex paperwork.

Be willing and able to work flexible hours and work overtime.

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

Various language requirements
French Essential and Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB.

Information on language requirements

Ability to analyze scientific issues and formulate opinions and recommendations.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize.

Team spirit
Autonomy
Sense of initiative
Discernment
Reliability
Focus on getting results
Ability to lead
Interpersonal skills

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

Knowledge of data processing and management methods in marine sciences.
Knowledge of data acquisition methods in marine science.

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

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Physical fitness as certified by Health Canada
• Valid driver's license
• Be willing and able to:
- travel within Canada and abroad,
- work in the field for up to six consecutive weeks per year and travel for up to 12 weeks per year, as required,
- work from small aircraft or helicopters or small boats in remote areas.

IMPORTANT:
All employees of the core public administration are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and attest to their vaccination status unless accommodated based on a medical contraindication, religion, or another prohibited ground for discrimination as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

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

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

Our intention is to communicate with candidates through emails and/or through the www.canada.ca/government-jobs applicant account. Candidates participating in this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and that their system accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block the receipt of these types of email).

ALL JOB APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED USING THE WEBSITE www.canada.ca/government-jobs. NO APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED BY 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.