Arctic bird data analyst and wildlife technician

Canada Growth Fund Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Environment and Climate Change Canada is seeking a student for the Arctic bird data analyst and wildlife technician role under the Research Affiliate Program in Ottawa. The position involves analyzing shorebird and tern data as part of the Arctic Program for Regional and International Shorebird Monitoring, with up to 20 hours per week.

You must be enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program at Carleton University or similar, have fieldwork experience, and be comfortable handling wild birds.

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing avian breeding and/or tracking data.
• Experience conducting fieldwork.
• Experience handling wild birds.

Responsibilities

• Analyse shorebird and tern data collected as part of an Arctic Program for Regional and International Shorebird Monitoring and a tracking project on shorebirds and terns.
• Conduct fieldwork, with the PhD candidate leading the fieldwork.

Skills

Avian data analysis

Fieldwork experience

Bird handling

Education

Master’s or Doctoral program in biology or related field

Job description

Arctic bird data analyst and wildlife technician-Research Affiliate Program

Environment and Climate Change Canada- Science and Technology Branch, Environmental Research and Modelling Directorate

Selection process number
26-DOE-NCR-EA-685032

Employment tenure
It is expected that the student will work 10-20 hours per week, January 4, 2027 to August 31, 2027

Salary
$25.17 to $38.38 per hour-varies per education and experience

Level
ST-UDE-NT

Who can apply

• To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, all candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria by the date of appointment:
• Be recognized as having full-time student status at an accredited Canadian post-secondary academic institution (this includes students with a disability deemed to have full-time status). Individuals pending approval of acceptance or in the process of submitting applications are encouraged to apply, as proof of enrollment will only be required prior to the start date.
• Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of the curriculum.
• Be at least the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located.

Duties
The successful candidates will analyse shorebird and tern data collected as part of an Arctic Program for Regional and International Shorebird Monitoring and a tracking project on shorebirds and terns. The successful candidates will also conduct fieldwork, with the successful PhD candidate leading the fieldwork.

Work environment
Environment and Climate Change Canada is a science-based department, and we provide the science and technology information needed so that Canadians can make informed decisions about the environment. In addition, Environment and Climate Change Canada’s science and technology work helps us to protect and conserve our air, water, wildlife and spaces. The successful candidate will be housed at the National Wildlife Research Centre in Ottawa and be required to work for up to 20 hours per week. The successful applicant will be housed at the National Wildlife Research Centre in Ottawa, Ontario, which is co-located on the Carleton University campus to foster collaboration between government and academic scientists. This research program is directly linked to the Biology department at Carlton University. For these reasons, limiting the initial selection process to students enrolled at Carleton University will facilitate finding a candidate that best meets our operational and research needs. If no suitable students are found, the process will be opened to a larger pool of candidates.

Operational Requirements: A valid Possession and Acquisition License, or ability to obtain one.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Education:

• Applicants must be enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program at Carleton University, or will be enrolled by the start date of the position, with an acceptable specialization in biology or some other science program relevant to the position.
• The student will need to present proof of enrolment prior to the start date and must be returning to full-time studies for the next academic term.

Experience:

• Experience analyzing avian breeding and/or tracking data.
• Experience conducting fieldwork.
• Experience handling wild birds.
• PhD only: Experience leading fieldwork, from planning to implementation, including supervising field staff.

Applied / assessed at a later date

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of bird tracking technologies.
• Knowledge of shorebirds.

Abilities:

• Ability to set and manage priorities and workload to attain results.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

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The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.