Technologist (Scientific Support)

About the position

Duties
Under the general direction of the manager, the Technologist:
• Plans, organizes, and carries out technical aspects of scientific research projects, including experimental setup, data collection, and analysis.
• Operates, maintains, and supports scientific and experimental equipment, including installation, repair, and performance monitoring.
• Designs and implements experimental or investigative processes and supports development of new laboratory equipment or systems.
• Provides technical advice to researchers, clients, and partners, and collaborates on identifying and resolving technical issues.
• Develops and maintains databases, records, and reference systems to support research and long-term program needs.
• Supports procurement, vendor coordination, and acquisition of equipment or services.
• Ensures compliance with health and safety procedures and participates in training and operational activities.
• Contributes to continuous improvement of methods, processes, and technical systems used in research.

Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to staff one determinate EG-05 position.

A pool of fully or partially qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions within Natural Resources Canada with various tenures (determinate period or indeterminate), various language requirements, various security requirements, various conditions of employment and for various locations.

Positions to be filled
1

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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Operational Requirements

• Willingness and ability to work in laboratory and/or field environments.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Adherence to departmental occupational health and safety procedures and use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to safely operate laboratory and technical equipment.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION
Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution with a diploma relevant to the position, such as engineering technology, electrical, mechanical, chemistry, physics, or another applied technical discipline.

Note: The specialization must be acceptable and relevant to the duties of the position.

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EXPERIENCE
• Experience planning, organizing, and carrying out technical, analytical, experimental, or investigative activities in support of scientific research projects.
• Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting scientific or experimental equipment.
• Experience collecting, preparing, organizing, and analyzing scientific samples, data, or reference materials.
• Experience supporting laboratory or field-based research, including set-up and execution of experiments or technical processes.
• Experience maintaining technical records, databases, or documentation to support research activities.

Applied / assessed at a later date

ABILITIES
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate technical work activities.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot scientific equipment and technical systems.
• Ability to analyze technical problems and propose practical solutions or improvements.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
• Client service orientation
• Attention to detail
• Initiative and sound judgment
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Reliability and dependability

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

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You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ASSET EXPERIENCE
• Experience designing, assembling, or commissioning laboratory or field equipment to support research and development activities.
• Experience working with vendors, contractors, or suppliers for procurement, fabrication, or technical support.
• Experience conducting literature reviews or identifying novel technologies, equipment, or methods for scientific research applications.
• Experience in subsurface energy technologies (e.g., CO₂ storage, geothermal systems, energy storage, or wellbore integrity).
• Experience providing technical training or guidance to staff or users of laboratory equipment.
• Experience administering operational activities such as maintenance scheduling, inventory, or basic contract coordination.

Our commitment

We're 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 contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

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Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

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How to apply

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Information you must provide

• Your résumé

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Hiring organization contact

Name: Kyle Earl - Staffing Advisor
Email address: [email protected]

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