Talent Pool - Forensic Technologist, Biology

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Would you like to apply your technical skills and knowledge in support of public safety and Ontario's justice system? Are you a meticulous, highly organized, diligent individual who can manage high volumes of work and perform to exacting standards? Are you a positive, resilient individual who is at ease in a rapidly and continually evolving scientific environment? If so, consider joining the Centre of Forensic Sciences (CFS) Biology Section as a Screening Forensic Biologist to perform examinations of physical evidence in order to locate, identify, and document stains of bodily substances and DNA deposits and to prepare samples for DNA analysis.

The Centre of Forensic Sciences provides forensic testing services for criminal and non-criminal investigations in the province of Ontario. It operates independently of, but in partnership with, police, prosecutors and other stakeholders to produce objective, unbiased test results and opinions of importance to the justice system.

• This role involves regular exposure to accounts and physical evidence of violent crimes and may not be suitable for all people.

Note: At this time, we have one 12-month temporary position available in Toronto.

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How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

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About the job

Within a team environment, as assigned, you will:
• examine case materials using a variety of microscopes to identify evidential material
• perform a range of forensic analyses used to identify body fluids including blood, semen and saliva
• demonstrate your expertise in advanced analytical instruments
• use your skills in hardware and software applications to assist in process improvements
• use your skills in software applications to assist with data management testing results
• generate, interpret and compile data and analytical reports

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What you bring to the team

Voluntary Online Info Session

***Note: A voluntary, online information session will be conducted on Thursday November 28, at 4:00p.m. EST to share information about these opportunities and the role. This is voluntary and will not impact the screening process. You are encouraged to attend if you are interested, through the following link: Voluntary Online Info Session***

Technical Knowledge and Experience

•You have experience with laboratory practices and techniques and experience in processing high volumes of assigned work in a laboratory environment
•You have knowledge of scientific theories in such disciplines as chemistry, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology and their application to forensic science
•You can set up, operate and troubleshoot advanced scientific instrumentation
•You are able to take an active role in research and development of new instrumentation or methodologies
•You have time management skills to ensure efficient work flow of assigned tasks

Quality Assurance & Health and Safety

• You have demonstrated knowledge of laboratory quality assurance systems and how they are used to confirm, validate and ensure reliability of test results
• You have knowledge of accreditation standards for laboratories and legislative authorities (such as WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety Act)
•You can identify precautions to be taken in handling biohazards and toxic substances

Communication (oral and written) and Interpersonal Skills

• You have experience preparing data findings and detailed notes of observations and tests
• You can draft operational procedures for new equipment and methods as well as train colleagues
• You can work effectively in a team environment

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Additional information:

Note:

• The number of additional positions to be filled has not been identified at this time. This competition will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming opportunities within the next 18 months following the date the competition concluded.
• In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
  
  Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.
  
  A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.

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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.