Job Description

Priority will be given to the following designated employment equity groups: Women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and M\xc3\xa9tis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

• The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

City: Ottawa

Organizational Unit: Metrology Research Centre

Classification: RO

Tenure: Term

Duration: 2 years

Language Requirements: English

Note: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.

The NRC Advantage

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The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada\'s largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you. Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

At the NRC, we know that diversity enables excellence in research and innovation. We are committed to a diverse and representative workforce, a safe and respectful work environment, and contributing to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process.

Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially.

Your Challenge

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada\'s largest research and technology organization.

We are looking for 2 Research Associates in early-career for the Aerosol and Gas Metrology Team to support our Metrology Research Centre. Each Research Associate (RA) would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The selected candidates will work on research related to the optical characterization of aerosols or gases. The selected candidates will conduct research independently, while gaining hands-on experience in aerosol and gas characterization with the support of researchers in a larger team. The research team has a wide spectrum of expertise in the emerging fields of aerosol science, climate science, gas characterization, spectroscopy, and metrology. The project is expected to address emerging challenges on the climate, a priority topic at NRC. There is a focus on short lived climate forcers (including aerosols and methane, among other gases), which are significant contributors to uncertainties that limit our understanding of climate change. The incumbent will work collaboratively with NRC researchers, academics, and industry partners to develop reliable diagnostic measurements in two streams:

• Stream 1: A new optical instrument capable of simultaneously measuring aerosol light absorption and scattering;
• Stream 2: An optical instrument capable of characterizing concentrations of multiple gaseous species, including carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and methane, with high precision and accuracy.

The selected candidates are expected to work closely with the research team and produce refereed publications, technical reports, and/or patents (if applicable) as the project progresses.

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

As part of the RA Program you must have received your PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering within the last five years or you expect to receive the degree within the next six months. The candidate must have a focus on optical techniques for characterization of aerosols or gases and development of methods thereof, as demonstrated by thesis work and/or publications.

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Experience

• Experience in optical diagnostic methods for measurements of aerosols or gases;
• Experience in optical instrument design, system integration, troubleshooting, testing, and performance evaluation;
• Experience with safe operation of lasers, compressed gases, and handling of delicate optical components and electrostatic-sensitive devices;
• Practical experience working independently and within a team on joint projects and achieving recognized and quantifiable results;
• Experience in spectroscopy or interferometry is considered an asset;
• Experience in modelling light-aerosol interactions is considered an asset.

Condition of Employment

Reliability Status

Language Requirements

English

Assessment Criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical Competencies

Stream 1 - Aerosol metrology

• Proven ability to conduct research in characterization of aerosol properties, involving novel methods development, as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications;
• Advanced knowledge of optical aerosol instrumentation and components;
• Practical knowledge of light-aerosol interactions;
• Some knowledge with collision-induced and radiative heat transfer in an aerosol-laden gaseous matrix;
• Practical knowledge of techniques in interferometry, phase sensitive detection, and noise reduction in electronic systems;
• Proven ability in programming software for hardware control, data acquisition, and real-time data analysis;
• Demonstrated ability to write quality scientific reports and articles; and
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in discussions and through presentations to project partners, and at scientific conferences, workshops and seminars.

Stream 2 - Gas metrology

• Practical knowledge of molecular absorption spectra and spectroscopic techniques, as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications, prior research or thesis work;
• Demonstrated ability to design, fabricate, integrate and implement free-space or integrated photonic-based systems;
• Practical knowledge and ability with fiber optics and fiber components;
• Demonstrated ability in instrument control via software (e.g. C/C++, FPGA, Python, etc.) on embedded systems;
• Knowledge of sensor calibration, testing, validation, troubleshooting and identifying points for improvement;
• Demonstrated ability to write quality scientific reports and articles; and
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in discussions and through presentations to project partners, and at scientific conferences, workshops and seminars.

Behavioural Competencies

• Research - Results orientation (Level 1)
• Research - Communication (Level 1)
• Research - Teamwork (Level 1)
• Research - Creative thinking (Level 1)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile:

Relocation

Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC\'s directives.

Compensation

The intent of this hiring action is to staff through the Research Associate (RA) Program at the AsRO level, which is an early-career level position with a salary range of $74,230 to $103,093.

NOTE: Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate\'s expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. As a guide, the current annual PhD recruiting rate is $74,230.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of including comprehensive health and dental plans, pension and insurance plans, vacation and other leave entitlements.

Notes

Application Requirements:

In order to be considered for the Research Associate program please include the following in your application. Failure to do so will result in your application being excluded from searches.

• Resume
• Transcript
• Two letters of recommendation

When submitting your application you can include the required documents in any attachment field such as \xc2\xabSecond language evaluation results\xc2\xbb or \xc2\xabOther attachments\xc2\xbb.

• The applicants must clearly indicate within their application the stream in which they would like their application to be considered (Stream 1 or Stream 2)
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• On-site attendance and work in a laboratory environment are required
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (19855) to:

E-mail:

: 438-455-5335

Closing Date: 26 September 2023 - 23:59 Eastern Time

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