Aquatic Scientist

WHO IS TRINITY CONSULTANTS CANADA LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for a dedicated and diligent Aquatic Scientist to join the Trinity Consultants Canada team. We will provide an opportunity to join a team of experienced and skilled professionals who thrive on innovation, collaboration, and integrity. While working alongside experts in your field, we will support your career goals by providing great opportunities for growth and advancement through mentorship, training, and other professional development opportunities.

Location: This is a hybrid role based out of one of our BC offices.

WONDERING WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?

Your role will require you to bring a high standard of scientific excellence to your daily work. The following responsibilities will be in your domain:

• Supporting aquatic environmental studies in freshwater, estuarine, and marine environments, for infrastructure, energy, municipal, and mining projects.
• Assisting with the design and implementation of aquatic field programs.
• Organizing, analyzing, and interpreting water and sediment quality and benthic invertebrate data.
• Comparing results to federal and provincial guidelines and regulatory criteria.
• Using R to analyze data and reviewing code to verify results.
• Preparing technical reports based on aquatic environmental study findings.
• Participating in technical meetings with clients, regulators, and other project partners.
• Supporting project coordination and the preparation of proposals for new work.

THE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Graduate degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) in environmental science or a related field, with a focus on aquatic ecosystems.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in aquatic science, water quality, sediment quality, or ecotoxicology.
• Knowledge of water and sediment chemistry, including the effects of inorganic and organic contaminants on aquatic systems.
• Experience in aquatic sampling, data analysis, interpretation, and technical reporting.
• Proficiency in R, including the ability to review and understand existing code, check calculations, and verify analytical results.
• Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills, with excellent writing skills and attention to detail.
• Experience supporting project management and client relationships.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel.
• Professional registration in BC and/or Alberta (e.g., R.P.Bio., P.Biol., P.Chem., P.Ag.) is considered an asset.

TRINITY CONSULTANTS CANADA

Trinity Consultants Canada is a leading environmental consultancy that brings together trusted advisors, scientists and engineers to help clients solve their most complex challenges. With local trust and global expertise, the team delivers innovative, scientifically sound and future-ready solutions that help industry and government including Indigenous groups.

WATER & ECOLOGY - ABOUT US

Trinity Consultants Canada’s Water & Ecology team delivers environmental and scientific expertise for simple to complex projects across Canada. With local trust and global expertise, our team applies the highest standards of scientific excellence and technical precision to help industry and government including Indigenous groups secure or evaluate project permits and approvals to meet regulatory requirements with confidence, and achieve better environmental outcomes.

Our work spans the full project lifecycle, from baseline assessments and approvals through operations, offsetting, monitoring, and closure, with a focus on practical, science-based solutions. Our professionals specialize in water resources, hydrogeology, aquatic sciences, wildlife and terrestrial science, permitting, and environmental compliance, supporting projects in highly regulated environments.

With over 200 employees across 6 provinces, with 20 Canadian offices, the Water & Ecology team has made the environment its life’s work, as reflected by their mission statement:

We provide trusted environmental services, delivering preeminent water and ecology solutions to clients and communities, through our commitment to scientific excellence, environmental integrity, innovation, and our people.

To achieve our mission, our team is the embodiment of our guiding principles:

• Scientific Excellence: Delivering clear, evidence-based solutions through rigorous, innovative, and reliable scientific excellence.
• Professional Integrity & Environmental Ethics: Upholding integrity and ethics to guide responsible, transparent decisions that benefit both society and the environment.
• Business Discipline: Driving success through careful planning, collaboration, and disciplined execution to deliver quality on time and on budget.
• Development of Successful Individuals & Teams: Empowering people and teams to thrive through trust, inclusion, mentorship, and a culture of continuous growth and excellence.
• Community Engagement: Partnering with communities through science, respect, and shared values to support local initiatives and environmental well-being.
  

We are committed to cultivating an authentic and diverse organization, welcoming all those interested in our work to apply. We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive interview experience. Please inform us of any accommodations needed to assist you during the interview process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with certain aspects of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools support our recruitment team but do not replace human decision-making. We are committed to a human-first approach to hiring, where your skills and experience are evaluated by people, and all final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team. For more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Applications will be accepted until the role is filled. Only those applicants that are selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.