Research Associate

iogen; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company focused on renewable fuels is seeking a Research Associate to join their Ottawa laboratory. In this permanent and full-time role, the successful candidate will conduct critical research and experiments to convert lignocellulosic materials into renewable fuels while supporting laboratory operations. Ideal candidates will have a B.Sc. in Biochemistry or relevant diploma, strong analytical skills, and a motivation to contribute to low-carbon technologies.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plan

Group RRSP matching program

Life insurance

Employee assistance plan

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Biochemistry or diploma in Biochemical Technology with relevant experience.
• Laboratory experience with analytical/spectroscopic equipment.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing corporate focuses.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and analyze laboratory experiments with lignocellulosic materials.
• Perform quantitative analyses using a variety of analytical instruments.
• Critically analyze data and report results to the research team.

Skills

Problem-solving

Critical analysis

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

B.Sc. in Biochemistry

Diploma in Biochemical Technology

Tools

HPLC

UV-Vis

FTIR

EA

Job description

Iogen is uniquely positioned to win the Net Zero energy transition with transformative bioenergy technology. We have been a leader in low-carbon fuels for more than 35 years, always on the exciting edge of development.

We are focussed on the science and technology that produces abundant, affordable RNG-based fuels while removing carbon from the atmosphere and are developing new ways to turn biomass into transportation fuels while using existing refinery infrastructure to do it.

We are excited about the future and are looking for highly motivated people with a strong technical background, a positive attitude and demonstrated initiative to join our team.

The Role

We have an immediate opportunity for a dedicated individual to join us as a Research Associate, reporting to the Staff Scientist.

This is a permanent, full-time laboratory-based role. You will work in our Ottawa office five days a week.

In this role, you will carry out research to convert lignocellulosic materials into renewable fuels, with the goal of increasing the cost efficiency of our processes. You will be responsible for executing bench scale experiments, data analysis and presentation of the results.

You will provide routine analytical laboratory support for research, manufacturing or customer support projects or operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct, analyze, and troubleshoot laboratory experiments, primarily working with lignocellulosic materials
• Perform routine and non-routine quantitative analyses using a variety of analytical instruments and laboratory assays
• Critically analyze data and report results to the research team
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies
• Follow work plans as assigned by supervisor and execute laboratory experiments or assays
• Analyze data and provide preliminary interpretation of results to supervisor, with suggestions for next step. Present results to the supervisor or within the unit operation. Results are reviewed by the supervisor before final release
• Exercise technical judgment for defined or standard laboratory procedures and practices in order to set up well defined experiments
• Responsible for maintenance of some specified laboratory equipment. Shares general lab cleaning duties with others. Maintains laboratory reagents and inventory
• Provides general laboratory support to others. This may include the preparation of reagents
• Understand, follow and comply with health & safety hazards in the workplace. Immediately report all incidents and hazards. Take reasonable steps to protect your and your co-workers’ health and safety

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Biochemistry or diploma in Biochemical Technology with relevant experience in a biochemistry role
• Strong problem-solving skills and aptitude for critical analysis
• Laboratory experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining analytical and spectroscopic equipment such as HPLC, UV-Vis, FTIR and EA
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing corporate focuses and industry dynamics, being flexible and efficient in the fast-paced industry environment
• Experience with anaerobic digestion an asset
• Mechanical aptitude is required

Salary

• Low to mid-60’s

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plan
• Group RRSP matching program
• Life insurance
• EAP (employee assistance plan)
• Free on-site parking

To Apply

If this opportunity relates to your qualifications and experience, please consider applying. Your application should consist of:

1. Your resume or CV, including your name, email and phone number
2. Cover letter, explaining why this role is a good fit for you and your career progression

Please email to [e-mail]

Iogen is committed to providing equal opportunity for all qualified individuals and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion or creed, sex, age, disability, national origin, language, political belief, pregnancy, marital status or sexual orientation.

If you require accommodation(s) at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us in confidence by emailing us at [e-mail]. All requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered fairly and objectively, ensuring applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

You must be legally allowed to work in Canada to be eligible for this position. Those selected for an interview will be contacted directly.

The posting will remain active on our website until our search process is complete.