Aquatic Sciences Biologist II

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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.

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 a weekly basis in the office. Exclusive teleworking mode will not be permitted.

Intent of the process

The purpose of this selection process is to staff 2 term BI-02 position. 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: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

📚 EDUCATION
ED1: A degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization biological sciences, natural sciences, physics, applied sciences, or in a field relevant to 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

📝 EXPERIENCE
EX1: At least one year of experience conducting research projects and writing scientific reports.
EX2: Experience in statistical analysis of varied ecological data .
EX3: Experience using programming language for quantitative analysis of biological or other data (e.g., R, JAGS, STAN, TMB, Matlab, Python).

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

📚 EDUCATION (ASSETS)
AED1: Post-graduate diploma with specialization in a field relevant to the position.
AED2: University diploma in statistics or in a related field.

Degree equivalency

📝 EXPERIENCE (ASSETS)
AEX1: Experience publishing in scientific journals with peer-review process, as a first author in one of the following fields: habitat selection, predator-prey relationships, population dynamics, spatial analysis of movement data, diet modeling using stable isotopes or other chemical tracers; stock assessment, or other related fields.
AEX2: Experience in programming using statistical programs such as R, JAGS, STAN, TMB, Mathlab, Python.
AEX3: Experience in quantitative analysis of complex data from marine mammals
AEX4: Experience in quantitative analysis of complex data from aquatic species, other than marine mammals.
AEX5: Experience in the development, validation, documenting, maintenance, or management of databases.
AEX6: Experience in population dynamics modeling.
AEX7: Experience using Bayesian inference approaches for the analysis of complex ecological data.
AEX8: Experience in spatial distribution and habitat selection modeling.
AEX9: Experience in processing survey data using distance sampling approaches, or other abundance estimation approaches.
AEX10: Experience in quantitative analysis of complex data related to predator-prey relationships.
AEX11: Experience in quantitative analysis of complex data related to animal movements.
AEX12: Experience in diet modeling using stable isotopes or other chemical tracers.
AEX13: Experience in the analysis of acoustic data.
AEX14: Experience conducting scientific work from small vessels, aircraft, or larger vessels.
AEX15: Experience working in remote areas.
AEX16: Experience in the analysis of oceanographic data or other environmental data.
AEX17: Experience in the development or the use of artificial intelligence tools for the processing of imagery from wildlife monitoring.
AEX18: Experience presenting and explaining science-based advice to a varied audience.

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

Various language requirements
🗣 French essential or Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB (depending on the position to fill)

Information on language requirements

💻 KNOWLEDGE
K1: Knowledge of sampling designs applied in fisheries sciences or marine mammal sciences.
K2: Knowledge of statistical analysis methods.
K3: Knowledge of the methods used in quantitative analysis of ecological data, particularly in one or more of the following fields: spatial distribution and habitat selection models, predator-prey relationships, population dynamic modeling, spatial analysis of movement data, diet modeling using stable isotopes or other chemical tracers; stock evaluation.

📌 ABILITIES
A1: Ability to examine scientific problems and provide advice and recommendations.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
A3: Ability to plan and organize tasks, and establish priorities.

🤝 PERSONNAL SUITABILITIES
PS1: Demonstrating integrity and respect.
PS2: Thinking things through.
PS3: Working effectively with others.
PS4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented.

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

🐟 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
The following requirements may apply for some positions:
• Have completed or accept to successfully complete a course on «Experimental Fish» in accordance with certification by the Animal Welfare Committee of the Maurice Lamontagne Institute, Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
• Have completed or accept to successfully complete a theoretical and practical course for driving heavy vehicle or towing boats «Conformity program for drivers at Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
• Have completed or accept to successfully complete a course to obtain a permit for detaining and acquiring fire arms.
• Accept and be capable of using firearms with the aim of killing marine mammals as part of sampling programs.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Depending on the position to fill :
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Regular medical fitness assessment.
• Accept and be able to travel and to work outside of normal working hours.
• Accept and be able to work at sea or in the field in remote or isolated environments and under primitive conditions (e.g. camping) for periods of 3 days up to 6 consecutive weeks, and for periods that could exceed 10 weeks per year.
• Accept and be qualified to operate small vessels in accordance with certification by Transport Canada, or accept to successfully complete the theoretical and practical training to obtain this certificate.

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

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.