Job Description

Priority may 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.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.City: OttawaOrganizational Unit: Canadian Photonics Fabrication CentreClassification: TO-2Tenure: TermDuration: 2 YearsLanguage Requirements: EnglishWork Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.Your ChallengeGreat Minds. One Goal. Canada\'s Success.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 a Technical Officer, Wafer Fabrication to support the Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre (CPFC) within NRC\'s Emerging Technologies Research Centre. The Technical Officer would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.The incumbent will be involved in, hands-on Wafer Fabrication activities while maintaining high standards of quality to support our client\'s demand. The Technical Officer, is a member of a team of Technical Specialist responsible for the performance of a wide range of wafer processes on shift. The successful candidate will be working in the Wet Etch process area of the facility by processing Indium Phosphide wafers for all client projects according to process instructions contained in the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and the schedule set by the operations and planning team. In addition, there will be requirement to process material using common fabrication tools, and perform metrology.The position focuses primarily on the safe, careful and precise preparation of wet chemical mixtures and the processing of semiconductor wafers in these chemistries.Screening CriteriaApplicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:EducationA post-secondary education in a Technical, Engineering, or Scientific discipline related to the position.An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may also be considered.For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please seeExperience

• Significant* hands-on experience supporting manufacturing processes in a clean room environment.
• Basic experience in the analysis and interpretation of data from material assessment.
• Significant* hands-on experience with the safe use of chemicals and chemical processing in a clean room laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Significant* experience in the preparation and use of wet chemical mixtures and equipment supporting their use.

*Significant experience is defined as two (2) to five (5) years of experience.Condition of Employment

• Reliability Status
• Shift work is required
• Must qualify to work in a controlled Goods Zone, Training will be provided

Language RequirementsEnglishAssessment CriteriaCandidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:Technical Competencies

• Ability to manage time to maximize productivity.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and to use manufacturing databases.
• Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health & Safety regulations and legislation required to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment within the laboratory environment and its affiliated office space.
• Ability to follow procedures for wet chemical preparation and use in manufacturing, conducting test, performing analysis of experimental data, and documenting results.

Behavioural Competencies

• Technology support - Communication (Level 1)
• Technology support - Initiative (Level 1)
• Technology support - Teamwork (Level 1)
• Technology support - Client focus (Level 1)

Competency Profile(s)For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile:CompensationSalary under review
From $49,298 to $69,364 per annum.NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of including comprehensive health and dental plans, vacation, sick, and other leave entitlements, disability insurance and pension plans.The NRC AdvantageThe 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 Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season. We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes 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.Help us solve problems for Canada. Grow your career with us today!Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC\'s directives.
• The incumbent will be expected to work with hazardous chemicals and materials in a clean room laboratory environment and must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times by following the established health and safety guidelines.
• Overtime will sometimes be required on short notice.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (22375) to:E-mail:Telephone: 514-206-9802Closing Date: 14 August 2024 - 23:59 Eastern TimeFor more information on career tools and other resources, check out*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.

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