Biologist, Aquatic Sciences II and III

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

❗ IMPORTANT NOTE
It is the responsibility of the candidate to clearly outline that they meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. essential education and experiences). It is also important to indicate how you meet the Assets for which you have experience as they may be considered in the specific selection of some positions. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather the candidate must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the requirement. Failure to do so could result in the application being rejected from the process.

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to the conclusion of the process, may be used for evaluation purposes.

Duties

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The duties of an Aquatic Science Biologist II include: organisation and management of supervised scientific projects; provision of information, opinions or recommendations of a scientific nature in his own specialty ; participation in the development of new methods or protocols for the collection and analysis of scientific data ; participation in (and occasionally leading) freshwater or marine field studies or laboratory studies ; management of scientific products and equipment (data, instruments), writing or contributing to the writing of scientific articles and reports in a specialized field of aquatic biology and ecology and peer reviews of scientific manuscripts.

The duties of an Aquatic Science Biologist III include, in addition to the tasks described above, those of supervision of personnel, budget management and scientific responsibility for the planning and management of scientific projects.

Work environment

The workplace is Francophone and is located at the Maurice Lamontagne Institute in Mont-Joli, Quebec. Hybrid work arrangements may be discussed depending on the position to be filled, but there is a minimum requirement for employees to be present on anethical basis in the office. Exclusive teleworking mode will not be permitted.

Intent of the process

The purpose of this selection process is to staff 3 permanent B I-03 positions: 1) Senior Aquatic Invasive Biologist, 2) Environmental Incident Coordinator and 3) Senior Planning Biologist for Integrated Marine Response. A pool of qualified candidates will be established and used to fill similar positions with various tenures, security profiles and linguistic requirements within Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Quebec region.

Positions to be filled: 3

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)

📚 STUDIES
A degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in biology or natural, physical or applied sciences with specialization in a field related to the duties of the position.
* Unless otherwise specified (e.g., master's degree), the term "degree" refers to a bachelor's degree, as established by the appropriate educational authorities

Degree equivalency

📝 EXPERIENCES
EX1 : Experience* in scientific work in one of the following areas of aquatic biology: fish population science, fish stock assessment, fish habitat science, fisheries productivity science, marine mammal ecology, marine mammal stock assessment, ecosystem science, biodiversity science, aquatic invasive species, species at risk, genomics or biotechnology, benthic ecology, oceanography;
*A minimum of 2 years of experience will be required to meet the essential qualifications of BI-03 level.
EX2 : Experience in conducting quantitative analyses and interpreting data using statistical and analytical tools or techniques associated with biological studies, oceanography or stock or ecosystem assessments;
EX3 : Experience in writing technical documents, reports or scientific articles.

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

📚 STUDIES (ASSETS)
Graduate degree from a recognized university in biology or natural, physical or applied sciences with specialization in a field related to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

📝 EXPERIENCES (ASSETS)
- Experience in managing scientific teams, budgets and projects.
- Experience in providing advice or recommendations to scientists, managers or partners in plain language as required.
- Experience working with professionals from a variety of backgrounds, including academics, non-governmental organizations, Indigenous groups or industry stakeholders working on scientific research projects.
- Experience in spatial data analysis using geographic information systems (GIS) applied to environmental issues.
- Experience in work related to the biological and/or toxicological effects of contaminants on aquatic organisms.
- Experience in underwater imaging, image analysis or processing.
- Experience of field work in a coastal environment.
- Experience designing aquatic science sampling plans.
- Experience in using ecological niche models to predict the distribution of suitable habitats to support aquatic species.
- Experience in risk analysis in an environmental field.
- Experience using Matlab, R, SAS, SQL, S+, VB, C++, ADMB or other scientific programming software.
- Experience in scientific data management ; the use or design of databases (relational or non-relational); query programming for the purpose of storage; analysis of and access to scientific data.
- Experience conducting scientific studies on aquatic invasive species.
- Experience in assessing the environmental effects of projects (e.g. impact of human activities) on aquatic species or ecosystems.

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

Various language requirements
🗣 French essential;
🗣 Bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB).

Information on language requirements

💻 ABILITIES
BI-02 and BI-03
A1 : Ability to communicate effectively in writing;
A2 : Ability to plan, organize and prioritize;

BI-03 only
A1 : Ability to communicate effectively orally.

🤝 PERSONAL SUITABILITY
BI-02 and BI-03
PS1 : Team spirit;
PS2 : Judgment;
PS3 : Maintaining integrity and respect;
PS4 : Getting results;

BI-03 only
PS1 : Create a vision and strategy;
PS2 : Engaging people;
PS3 : Collaborate with partners and stakeholders (external);
PS4 : Promoting innovation and driving change.

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

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

❗ OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
-Small Vessel Operator Proficiency Training Course Certificate issued by Transport Canada;
-Open Water Diving Certificate – Level 1;
-Be willing and able to work flexible hours and overtime;
-Be willing and able to travel in Canada and abroad;
-Be willing and able to work in the field for up to six consecutive weeks per year and to travel for up to 12 weeks per year, as required;
-Be willing and able to work at sea, on ships, aircraft, helicopters or small craft in remote areas for up to 12 weeks per year, as required.

Conditions of employment

🚩 CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYEMENT
-Security Clearance: Reliability;
-Valid driver's license;
-Physical fitness as per Health Canada certification;
-Willingness and ability to work flexible hours and overtime;
-Willingness and ability to travel within Canada and abroad;
-Willingness and ability to work in the field for up to six consecutive weeks per year and to travel for up to 12 weeks per year as required;
-Willingness and ability to work at sea, on ships, aircraft, helicopters or small boats in remote locations for up to 12 weeks per year as required.

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

-An interview may be administered.
-Reference checks may be sought.
-You will need to provide proof of your education credentials.
-The Performance Review (PSPM) could be used as an assessment tool in the process.
-Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.
-Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

The Public Service of Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employees' 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 therefore encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the above mentioned Employment Equity Designated Groups.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

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.

Our intention is to communicate with candidates via email. Candidates who apply on this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and to make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide any changes to their personal information to the contact indicated on this job advertisement.

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.