Aquatic Effects Analyst

at  Ministry of Natural Resources

Are you passionate about aquatic ecosystems and eager to contribute to the understanding of Ontario’s water productivity? Join our team as an Aquatics Effects Analyst and play a crucial role in advancing our knowledge of the impacts of land use and natural disturbances on Boreal aquatic ecosystems. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead innovative research projects and collaborate with esteemed institutions.
The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

• a defined benefit pension plan
• maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• comprehensive health plan
• life and disability insurance
• flexible work arrangements
• collegial and professional work culture
• career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• on-the-job training to support your success in the role

ANALYTICAL SKILLS:

• You have experience conducting reviewing scientific literature, analyzing, and synthesizing large data sets and reporting results in primary scientific journals.
• You have attention to detail, to ensure biologically and statistically sound data gathering and high-standard laboratory analysis.
• You can design improved sampling and data collection methodologies and incorporate state-of -the-art tools and techniques.

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• You have strong oral and written communication skills to liaise with scientists from government, universities, and the private sector, and to communicate research findings to various audiences.
• You are experienced in collaborating and arranging cooperative projects with other groups to enhance data collection quality and efficiency.

In this role, you will:

• plan and conduct a comprehensive research program addressing land use and natural disturbance effects on aquatic species and their habitats;
• arrange cooperative projects with other groups to enhance data collection quality and efficiency;
• manage collected data using databases, perform detailed synthesis and statistical analysis of data using state-of-the-art utilities (e.g GIS, R);
• create computer-based assessment models and diagnostic tools;
• prepare data summaries, technical reports, and manuscripts for publication;
• support MNR’s mandate by providing scientific expertise to support natural resource management.