Aquatic Science Biologist III

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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

Duties

The Aquatic Science Biologist III positions at DFO are diverse in their duties and required skill sets as they contribute to the full range of DFO's core areas of research. In general terms, an Aquatic Science Biologist III employee is expected to: plan, conduct and lead field or laboratory activities; supervise support staff; present information and work results to stakeholders, develop quantitative models to analyze and interpret data; prepare and present reports in support of requests for advice; contribute to the peer review of reports and scientific publications; publish as lead author and co-authors of technical reports; and contribute to the scientific understanding of Canada's aquatic resources and ecosystems. They are expected to deliver programs to support decisions by the various management sectors that affect Canadians and the aquatic resources of Canada.

Work environment

We are located in Mont-Joli (Maurice-Lamontagne Institute) on the Estuary of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The institute is an unique workplace where you can achieve your professional goals, while working with people who are passionate about their field.

Please note that the Maurice-Lamontagne Institute is a francophone work environment and the working language is French.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff permanent or temporary positions within the Science Branch. This process may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures within Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

We currently need to staff one indeterminate position, as follows:
-Biologist in pelagic fish stock assessment at the Maurice Lamontagne Institute (1 indeterminate position)

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)

Post-graduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in a biological science, or in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

At least two years of experience conducting scientific activities in one of the following areas: population science, stock and/or population assessment, ecology, ecosystem sciences, habitat sciences.

At least two years of experience in conducting quantitative analyses and interpreting complex data using statistical analytical techniques or tools associated with biological and ecological studies.

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

Experience working in population science of aquatic resources (e.g., fish, macroinvertebrates, marine mammals), population dynamics or stock assessment.

Experience working in fisheries science, including fisheries-environment interactions.

Experience working at sea.

Experience in developing statistical models, in particular those related to stock assessment and/or populations, survey data analysis, or risk assessment.

Experience in the use of large databases.

Experience in statistical programming using statistical software such as R, Matlab, or SAS.

Experience developing and providing science-based advice and recommendations to scientists, managers, or stakeholders.

Experience in supervising science staff or coordinating a science team.

Experience coordinating science projects, science programs or science initiatives.

Experience in writing scientific papers or technical documents.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of sampling plans and methods for estimating populations.
Knowledge of statistical and mathematical techniques for data analysis in biological sciences.

Ability to analyze science issues and provide advice and recommendations.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
Ability to plan, organize and establish priorities.

Ability to write scientific documents.

Judgment
Effective interpersonal skills
Dependability

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

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

Medical fitness in accordance with certification by Health Canada.
Valid driving license.
Accept and be able to travel and to work outside of normal working hours.
Accept and be able to work at sea and in the field for periods of up to 6 consecutive weeks.
Agree to travel for meetings for periods of up to two consecutive weeks.

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.