Aquatic Research Analyst

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The Centre for Northern Forest Ecosystem Research is looking for a professional and capable individual to step into the role of Aquatic Research Analyst. If you demonstrate an ability to conduct scientific research, analyze data and lead projects, then consider this excellent career step.

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About the job

In this role, you will:

• plan, conduct and coordinate field and laboratory components of a research program investigating the impacts of forest management and other activities on aquatic values in the Boreal Forest
• provide specialized scientific and analytical support to the Comparative Aquatic Effects Program (CAEP) research programs to deliver on objectives and goals in a timely, safe and efficient manner
• analyze data, write scientific reports and communicate results and achievements to a variety of project partners and clients
• provide group leadership and reports on the activities of the research team in the study area(s)

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What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• must possess a valid class "G" driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario
• must possess or have the ability to obtain a small watercraft certificate for vessel operation
• ability to work long hours, in rough terrain, in inclement weather, in remote locations requiring extended periods away from home

Technical expertise:

• knowledge of one or more areas of natural science is required to understand the context of anthropogenic disturbance, forest ecology and advanced principles of aquatic ecology and fisheries biology and management
• knowledge of habitat sampling procedures, aquatic invertebrate sampling techniques, netting and electrofishing survey procedures, fish and aquatic invertebrate identification methods, hydrological survey methodologies and biological and water sampling collection techniques and handling
• knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. Environmental Bill of Rights, Environmental Assessment Act, Green Energy Act, Federal Fisheries Act, SPOF II, Crown Forest Sustainability Act, Forest EA, Endangered Species Act) governing forest management in Ontario in order to participate in the interpretation of research data

Project management and organizational skills:

• project management experience to implement field projects of a complex nature in order to develop project teams, contribute to determining objectives, approaches and meet project deliverables with minimum supervision
• planning and organizational skills to meet project deadlines, prioritize work and manage competing demands for time
• ability to work independently or within a team as group leader with project team members, research partners and co-ordinate activities to achieve a common goal

Communication and interpersonal skills:

• communication skills to communicate with scientific and technical audiences or the public and write concise technical documents such as reports, guidance documents, and publish in scientific peer-reviewed journals
• interpersonal skills and the ability to think independently as well as function within a team environment
• leadership skills in order to provide effective technical and professional advice and guidance to staff and internal/external clients

Equipment and computer proficiency:

• knowledge of standard experimental and sampling designs, GIS expertise and experience with ESRI geodatabases, advanced knowledge of statistics and experience with "R" and other statistical software, database management expertise using Access and Excel, word processing, graphics software and information technology to acquire data and analyze it, prepare and present reports, and transfer results
• technical skills to undertake field operations including the ability to operate boats, ATVs, snowmobiles etc. and conduct aerial surveys in fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft

Analytical skills:

• ability to develop science-based technology and transfer results with a high degree of creativity, initiative, diligence, and judgement
• problem-solving skills to determine the nature and extent of derivations from existing products to those that are most appropriate to meet the program needs

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Additional information:

Note:

• N-NR-136459/19

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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.