Science Laboratory Evaluator

Science Laboratory Evaluator

Reference number : ICA23J

Selection process number : 22-ICA-WEST-OE-VAR-CSOO-

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation.

All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies.

As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act.

The CFIA considers applications from individuals who have legal status to work in Canada and does not give preference to Canadian citizens.

We will only accept applications received through the GC Jobs website, therefore you must submit your application by clicking on Apply online in this advertisement.

Persons who are unable to apply online must use the Contact information below, prior to the closing date, to request specialized accommodation.

Duties

Conducts scientific analysis and investigations for diagnostic and testing purposes.

Contributes to the development and validation of new analytical methods and laboratory practices.

Collects, analyses and interprets data for, and authorizes results to CFIA employees, other government organizations and private sector organizations.

Produces scientific data, reports and information on laboratory methods and practices and aids in the preparation and / or delivery of results in the form of presentations, reports, and / or papers to colleagues, management and / or clients.

Provides technical and procedural guidance, training and troubleshooting to laboratory staff on testing methods and procedures.

Contributes to project teams, working groups or committees related to their subject matter expertise within CFIA to advance the work of the unit.

Work environment

We offer a bilingual, science-based environment, with excellent benefits, flexible hours, opportunities for advancement, an emphasis on learning and development, and a high level of employee satisfaction.

Join a workforce thats as diverse as the people it serves. You can find some more great reasons to join us on our website :

Intent of the process

The intent is to have an inventory of candidates to draw from when vacancies arise for current and future needs at the CFIA NCFAD Laboratory.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis as long as the poster is active.

Employees must be present in the laboratory; remote work is not a possibility.

As we anticipate a large number of applications, we may be applying volume management strategies throughout the selection process such as, but not limited to, top-down approach, cut-off scores and / or random selection.

Positions to be filled : Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "in 1, words (maximum). Although there is no specific format required for the cover letter, it can be used to highlight your qualifications and your professional goals.

Essential education and experience required will be evaluated through the screening questions. Your entire application, including the cover letter, will be used to evaluate your written communication ability."

Contact information for 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

EEd1 : A bachelor's degree in a natural, physical or applied science from a recognized post-secondary institution, with an acceptable specialization in a scientific field relevant to the duties of the position.

Applicants submitting education credentials from a non-Canadian institution are responsible for obtaining certification that these credentials are the equivalent of the Canadian education level required for the position.

Please refer to the link below for more information.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

EE1 : Experience in planning, organizing, designing and delivery of scientific experiments.

EE2 : Experience in the analysis or interpretation of experimental data.

EE3 : Experience performing or examining methodologies in the following biological disciplines : microbiology or virology or immunology or molecular biology.

EE4 : Experience in routine laboratory equipment maintenance.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE

EK1 : Knowledge of current principles, techniques and procedures of virology.

EK2 : Knowledge of current principles, techniques and procedures of immunology.

EK3 : Knowledge of current principles, techniques and procedures of molecular biology.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

EC1 : Initiative

EC2 : Ability to multi-task

EC3 : Effective interpersonal relationships

EC4 : Adaptability

EC5 : Communication (oral)

EC6 : Communication (written)

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET EDUCATION

AEd1 : Graduation with a MSc or PhD from a recognized post-secondary institution with a specialization in virology, molecular biology or immunology.

ASSET EXPERIENCE

AEx1 : Experience working in biosafety containment CL3.

AEx2 : Experience conducting and coordinating diagnostic activities.

AEx3 : Experience in genome analysis (genome assembly and annotation, multiple sequence alignments and phylogenetic analysis).

AEx4 : Experience in project management.

AEx5 : Experience leading a team in a laboratory.

AEx6 : Experience providing creative solutions in a laboratory setting.

AEx7 : Experience working on projects with international organizations WAOH (OIE), FAO, GAC etc.

ASSET COMPETENCIES

AC1 : Leadership

AC2 : Scientific writing

AC3 : Critical Thinking and problem solving

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance - Applicants who have not lived in Canada for the past five (or ten, depending on security level) years may be required to submit a police certificate from each country in which they have lived for six months or more during this period, as well as other documentation required for the security screening process.

Failure to submit this documentation if requested will eliminate the application from further consideration.

The following conditions of employment are required for an appointment :

Adherence to the CFIA Code of Conduct.

Adherence to the CFIA Conflict of Interest and Post-Employment Policy.

Compliance with the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector.

Legal status to accept employment for the entire period of employment.

Any of the following conditions of employment may be required for an appointment :

Medical suitability : Pass a Pre-placement Health Evaluation and Periodic Health Evaluation.

Willing and available to travel, as required.

Willing and available to work shifts.

Willing and available to work irregular hours days, nights, weekends, statutory holidays).

Willing and available to work overtime, as required.

Willing and able to be immunized as indicated by job risk, location, overseas travel and other identified risks.

Willingness to abide by strict biosecurity protocols which may require showering several times a day or abiding by certain restrictions on contact with livestock outside of the workplace.

Security clearance under the Human Pathogens and Toxins Act (HPTA) may be required for certain laboratory positions.

Other information

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency 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

Personal information is obtained for the purpose of determining an individuals competence and suitability for employment.

If a staffing complaint questions this determination, please be advised that relevant personal information you will provide in the course of this staffing process may be disclosed to substantiate the staffing decision.

Please ensure that you read ALL points listed below, as this section contains important information about the application process.

Failure to read these notes and follow these instructions could result in your application missing required information which may result in your application being eliminated from this staffing process.

You are entitled to participate in the staffing process in the official language of your choice.

For this staffing process, the CFIA will communicate with you by email. You must provide a valid email address to which you wish to receive communication regarding this staffing process.

You must ensure that you check your email account including spam, promotion or other folders regularly as there may be a deadline for responses.

If you respond past the deadline you risk being removed from the staffing process.

Applicants who are screened in to this staffing process will be sent further information by email regarding what to expect during subsequent phases of this staffing process.

Depending on the number of applicants, CFIA's needs and CFIA HR plans, volume management strategies such as, but not limited to, top-down approach, cut-off scores, random selection and / or assessment may be used for the purpose of managing applications / candidates.

Should a volume management strategy be used, communication regarding the application of the strategy will be provided to those candidates who are impacted.

During the application or assessment process both cheating and plagiarism are considered forms of misconduct and are not permitted.

Any person found cheating, including those who help others to cheat, may be subject to removal from the staffing process.

A current copy of your resume may be used as another source to confirm the education and experience you will be asked to describe in the screening questions.

It may also be reviewed by prospective hiring managers at the appointment stage.

For more information on how to apply to a CFIA staffing process, please visit : may be asked to provide proof of your education credentials later in the staffing process.

Your ability to communicate effectively in writing will be assessed via the application.

Various assessment tools may be used in this staffing process such as : standardized tests, reference checks, written tests, an interview, etc.

All written and verbal communication obtained throughout the staffing process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidate.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Contact information

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