Geochemical Data Scientist - Ottawa, Canada - Natural Resources Canada

Natural Resources Canada

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Ottawa, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Natural Resources Canada - Lands and Minerals Sector, Geological Survey of Canada, Northern Division
Ottawa (Ontario)
PC-03
$89,861 to $106,933
For further information on the organization, please visit Natural Resources Canada

Geological Survey of Canada

Closing date: 14 March :59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

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.

Assessment accommodation

The Government of Canada is committed to building a skilled workforce that is representative of Canada's diversity, which includes the recruitment of Canadian Veterans and releasing Canadian Armed Forces personnel:

We encourage applicants to identify any abilities, competencies, and/or experiences acquired through employment with the Canadian Armed Forces where applicable.

Intent of the process:

The intent of this selection process is to staff one (1) position for four (4) years. This position benefits from a sunset funded program.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide:

Your résumé.

Education
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, with acceptable specialization in geology or chemistry.

Degree equivalency

Experience

EE1:
Experience managing large scientific data sets.

EE2:
Experience creating maps of geospatial scientific data.

EE3:
Experience analyzing geospatial data.

EE4:
Experience carrying out geochemical surveys.

EE5:
Experience developing and maintaining relational database systems.

Education
Post-secondary courses in database theory, GIS, statistics.

Degree equivalency

Experience

AE1:
Experience with geological fieldwork in different regions of Canada.

AE2:
Experience interacting with geochemical laboratories.

AE3:
Experience with scientific data analysis.

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

Information on language requirements

Knowledge

EK1:
Knowledge of regional geochemistry.

EK2:
Knowledge of geochemical field and lab procedures.

EK3:
Knowledge of mineralogy.

EK4:
Knowledge of the geology of Canada.

EK5:
Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

EK6:
Knowledge of data science principles.

Abilities & Competencies

A&C 1:
Ability to identify, organize and synthesize relevant information from different information sources.

A&C 2:
Ability to identify and resolve contradictory or erroneous data.

A&C 3:
Ability to show initiative and be action-oriented.

A&C 4:
Ability to organize work and establish priorities to meet deadlines.

A&C 5:
Ability to communicate in writing.

A&C 6:
Ability to communicate orally.

Personal Suitability

PS1:
Good organizational skills.

PS2:
Thoroughness and attention to detail.

PS3:
Able to work as part of a team and independently.

PS4:
Continuous learning - able to stay informed of advances in relevant research.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job):
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Operational requirement
Willing and able to travel within Canada (and abroad)
Willing and able to work overtime as required and to adopt flexible work hours as per operational requirements

Conditions of employment:

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information:

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.

Information on employment equity

A written exam may be administered.

An interview may be conducted.

A reference may be sought.

Random selection and/or top-down selection may be used at any time during the process to identify which applicants will be further assessed.

Asset qualifications may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:

Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team.
Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed.
Depth, breadth, type of workspecific experience.
Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications.

Preference:

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a