Aquatic Science Biologist II / Aquatic Science Technician IV **ANTICIPATORY**

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Suspension of vaccination requirement:

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Duties

The incumbent will be involved in laboratory based projects that involve the application of molecular biology tools to samples from aquatic species (such as fish and invertebrates).

Work environment

This position will be located at the Bedford Institute of Oceanography (BIO). BIO is a multi-disciplinary, federal government institute with a focus on the science and management of the oceans. It is Canada’s largest centre for multi-disciplinary ocean research and houses science groups from DFO, NRCan (Natural Resources Canada), and ECCC (Environment and Climate Change Canada). Scientists at BIO perform targeted research to provide peer-reviewed advice and support to government decision making on a broad range of ocean topics. These topics include sovereignty, safety and security, environmental protection, the health of the oceans, safe and accessible waterways, the sustainable use of natural resources (fisheries, minerals, oil & gas) and the integrated management of large ocean management areas.

Intent of the process

This is an anticipatory process which may be used to fill any of the following positions on a temporary basis in Dartmouth, NS:

- EG-04, Aquatic Science Technician IV
- BI-02, Aquatic Science Biologist II

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 (BI-02/EG-04):
• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialisation in biological sciences.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE (BI-02/EG-04):
• Experience collecting data, performing analysis and interpreting results for laboratory based molecular biology techniques and/or protocols.

• Experience conducting field or laboratory tests with the handling and preservation of research samples (specifically DNA extracts and tissue).

• Experience conducting field or laboratory tests setting up polymerase chain reactions (PCR).

• Experience recording and manipulating data in Microsoft Excel.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

EXPERIENCE (BI-02 only):
• Experience in planning science-related projects.

• Experience in gathering, retrieving and organizing scientific and technical information.

• Experience in analyzing results and data, preparing project reports and summaries.

KNOWLEDGE (BI-02/EG-04):
• Knowledge of the protocols, practices and methodologies relevant to the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR).

ABILITIES (BI-02/EG-04):
• Ability to communicate orally.

ABILITIES (BI-02 only):
• Ability to communicate in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY (BI-02/EG-04)
• Demonstrating integrity and respect;
• Working effectively with others;
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented;
• Thinking things through;

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

EDUCATION (BI-02/EG-04)
• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialisation in molecular biology.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE (BI-02/EG-04):
• Experience conducting field or laboratory tests in extracting DNA from tissue samples.
• Experience conducting field or laboratory tests in extracting DNA from tissue samples from fish or aquatic invertebrates.
• Experience conducting field or laboratory tests in extracting DNA in a 96-well format.
• Experience conducting field or laboratory tests using the Qiagen DNeasy 96 kit or Qiagen QIAamp 96 DNA kit.
• Experience conducting field or laboratory tests using an Eppendorf epMotion.
• Experience using a Microsoft Access database.
• Experience in the operation and routine maintenance of an Applied Biosystems 3500xl (3130, 3130xl, 3500, 3730 or 3730xl are also acceptable) genetic analyzer and data analysis using GeneMapper software.

EXPERIENCE (BI-02):
• Experience obtained in the past 5 years using polymerase chain reaction technique(PCR), Sanger sequencing, and/or other genotyping techniques (microsatellites, single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), etc.) for the detection, identification, and differentiation of aquatic organisms.

• Experience in preparing libraries for Next Generation Sequencing (such as for whole genome sequencing, metagenomics, genotyping-by-sequencing, amplicon sequencing etc.).

• Experience creating and troubleshooting Microsoft Access databases.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Required to work in environments such as analytical laboratories, therefore required to work with caustic and toxic chemicals.
• Required to work occasional weekends/overtime

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

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.