Research Scientist - Arctic Physical Oceanographer

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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.

Duties

Research Objectives:
• Documenting and understanding changes in the Arctic ocean and its sea-ice cover, as they are occurring.
• Investigating possible linkages between change in the Arctic marine ecosystem and change in the ocean and its ice cover.
• Collaborating with other oceanographers in DFO’s Ecosystem and Ocean Science Branch to address priority issues.
• Anticipating future problems in the health of the ocean and their negative impacts.
• Building and maintaining expertise in polar ocean science so as to provide sound and timely advice to Government when called upon to do so.
• Representing the Fisheries and Oceans Pacific Region as a physical oceanographer in annual discussions concerning the State Of The Ocean.
• Providing scientific guidance in determining governance and strategy for oceans management, upon request from DFO’s Canadian Science Advisory Secretariat.

Additional information:
The successful candidate will join the long-standing Arctic group at Institute of Ocean Sciences to deliver physical oceanographic programs in partnership with national and international collaborators.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to immediately staff one indeterminate position. A pool of qualified persons resulting from this process may also be used to fill similar positions of various tenures within Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

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

Education:
Graduation with an acceptable doctoral (PhD) degree from a recognized university in a field of the natural sciences related to the duties of the position. For completed doctoral degrees awaiting only conferral, conferral must be obtained within 3 months after the closing date of this job posting.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
Experience in conducting physical oceanographic research.
Experience planning and leading oceanographic expeditions.
Experience in analysis and interpretation of oceanographic data.
Experience in presenting research findings at scientific workshops or meetings.
Experience in authoring scientific publications in international peer reviewed journals with at least three papers on physical oceanography and at least one of which is a first author publication.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
Knowledge of physical oceanographic and cryospheric processes of the Arctic Ocean.
Knowledge of the role of atmospheric and oceanic processes in determining the ocean and sea-ice climate of polar regions.
Knowledge of how oceanographic and sea-ice processes maintain diverse habitat for marine life of polar continental shelves and coastal areas.

Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Ability to interpret oceanographic observations in terms of physical processes
Ability to lead and guide members of an oceanographic research team

Personal Suitability:
Create Vision and Strategy
Mobilize People
Uphold Integrity and Respect
Promote Innovation and Guide Change
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
Achieve results

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

Asset Education:
Graduation with a doctoral (PhD) degree from a recognised university with specialization in physical oceanography.

Degree equivalency

Asset Experience:
Experience in authoring scientific publications in international peer reviewed journals with at least three papers on Arctic physical oceanography and at least one of which is a first author publication.
Experience participating in Arctic field programs.
Experience in conducting research at sea (with at least 7 days at sea).
Experience with modern methods and technologies for ocean and sea-ice measurements in polar seas.
Experience in the analysis of time series data.
Experience using statistical and analytical methods.
Experience in conducting both independent and collaborative research.
Experience writing successful proposals to funding agencies.

DFO/CCG is committed to achieving a diversified workforce, to meeting our employment equity goals, and to achieving workforce renewal objectives. Selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities and Women.

Operational Requirements:
Willing and able to work at sea for extended periods of time.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Medical suitability for working at sea

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

You must clearly demonstrate in your application how you meet the following essential qualifications: Education and experience. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered further during the screening process. In addition to the essential qualifications, asset qualifications may be assessed.

Please attach a current CV and provide the names and contact information for three references.

Depth and breadth of experience, knowledge and ability may be considered in selecting candidates for further consideration.
Only top ranking candidates will be invited to the next phase of the evaluation.

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

SE-RES classification and levels are determined through an incumbent-based approach: the researcher’s achievements will determine their level.

SE-RES-1: A research scientist who has made some expert-reviewed contributions and has sufficient experience to contribute to departmental goals.

SE-RES-2: A research scientist who is recognized by peers as knowledgeable in an area of specialty, either has worked in and led a small project team of scientific/technical personnel or carried out individual in-depth inquiries to support the delivery of the sectoral or departmental mandate.

SE-RES-3: A research scientist who is recognized by peers as a national expert in an area of specialty, and has led a team of scientific and technical personnel or carried out in-depth inquiries to successfully deliver on the immediate, or contribute to intermediate and long-term, outcomes of the sector/department.

SE-RES-4: A research scientist who is recognized as an authority in broad areas of specialty and who has strategically conceptualized the course of research activity within the sector/department leading to the achievement of the intermediate, and contributing to the long-term, outcomes of the sector/department.

SE-RES-5: A research scientist who is recognized as an authority and visionary in broad areas of specialty who has strategically integrated leading edge scientific and technical objectives into programs within the sector/department as required, having the desired long-term impact on organizational priorities and the future directions of research within and outside the department.

For external recruitment, the context of the various experiences of candidates will be assessed as equivalent to the context of the federal government: "departmental" goals or mandate would be viewed as "industry" or "institution" goals or mandate in which candidates had experience."

Although preference will be given to Canadian citizens, non-Canadians are welcome to apply. The offer of employment does not ensure foreign nationals Permanent Residency in Canada. Non-Canadian candidates should apply for non-immigrant status (i.e. temporary status) and an employment visa.

Original education credential(s). 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/.

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.