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The PC-02 physical chemist will be working on federal government funded research projects, and potentially client research projects, related to the environmental impacts of natural resource development. The PC-02 will be responsible for conducting laboratory or pilot-scale experiments which includes, designing the experiments, gathering, analyzing, and processing data related to water or hydrocarbon chemistry. They will analyze and modify research methods, making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for ordering necessary supplies and basic equipment for laboratory testing. They must also demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively within a research team.
The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of the general physical and chemical properties of environmental contaminants in water and sediments, including petroleum fuels, biofuels, and/or plastics. Proficiency in word-processing and spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Word and Excel is essential. The candidate must also be well-versed in laboratory procedures and housekeeping to maintain high standards of lab safety.
CanmetENERGY Devon research centre is located within a 20-minute drive from south Edmonton. Although there is no public transit available to the research centre, parking is free.
This is a hybrid position which requires a minimum of three days per week in the workplace, as mandated by the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's guidelines on prescribed workplace presence.
The successful candidate can expect to work with research scientists, technologists, chemists and engineers and will contribute to scientific publications related to contaminant transport studies undertaken.
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 , various language requirements (English Essential, French Essential, English or French Essential, or Bilingual), linguistic requirements (imperative and/or non-imperative) and profile(s) (BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC, CCC/CCC, etc.), various security requirements (Reliability status or Secret clearance), various conditions of employment and for various locations.
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Education
Graduation with a Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, with acceptable specialization in chemistry, engineering, or some other science relevant to the position.
Experience
Experience with designing and conducting laboratory or pilot scale experiments, data gathering, analyzing and processing in the technical fields of water or hydrocarbon chemistry.
Experience in analyses, modification or making suggestions as necessary to improve research methods.
Experience ordering supplies and basic equipment as required for laboratory testing.
Experience working within a research team.
Experience
Experience using an autoclave in a pilot plant.
Experience with hydrocarbon extraction from water samples.
Experience coordinating with other team members, pilot plant or analytical lab staff in preparing samples and retrieving results
Knowledge of data gathering, data synthesis, statistical analyses
English essential
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Knowledge
Knowledge of the general physical and chemical properties of environmental contaminants in water and sediments, including petroleum fuels, biofuels or plastics.
Knowledge of word-processing and spreadsheet software such as Word and Excel.
Knowledge of lab procedures and housekeeping to maintain high standard of lab safety.
Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to set up experimental apparatus, conduct experiments, prepare samples and analyze results.
Ability to work independently.
Personal Suitability
Effective interpersonal skills
Good judgement
Initiative
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women
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Organizational Needs
Natural Resources Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities or women (in non-traditional occupations) could be considered in priority.
Conditions of Employment
Security: Reliability Status
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
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The Edmonton area has lower house prices and rental rates than many Canadian cites, numerous recreation centers, an extensive trail network along its river valley, is located within 4 hours of the mountain parks (Banff and Jasper), has an international airport and is one of the sunniest cities in Canada.
Reference checks may be sought.
An interview may be administered.
A test may be administered.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.
A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.
You must provide proof of your education credentials.
Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
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We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.