Computer Specialist, Bioinformatics

2 months ago

Saskatoon, Canada National Research Council Canada Full time

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
- The _Employment Equity Act_, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

**City**: Saskatoon

**Organizational Unit**: Aquatic and Crop Resource Development

**Classification**: CS-3

**Tenure**: Continuing

**Language Requirements**: English

**Work Arrangements**:

- Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three times per week at their own expense.
- While the official location of work for this position will be an NRC facility within Canada, the option of an offsite or a hybrid work arrangement (a combination of working onsite and offsite) may be possible.

**Discover the possible**:
Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC). As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

**Screening Criteria**:
**Education**:
Masters Science in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

A Bachelor of Science with 2+ years of experience in the development of computer vision and machine learning algorithms may be considered as an equivalent.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

**Experience**:

- Significant experience in computer vision approaches with proven track-record of algorithm and code development for image analysis.
- Significant experience and proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C++.
- Experience in computational geometry, 3D representations and data structures.
- Experience working with and analyzing biological images would be considered an asset.
- Experience with transfer learning techniques to leverage pre-trained models, including large foundation models, will be considered an asset.
- Experience with federated learning approaches will be considered an asset.

**Condition of Employment**:
Reliability Status

**Language Requirements**:
English

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

**Technical Competencies**:

- Knowledge of traditional computer-vision-related tasks including pre-processing, segmentation, object detection and classification including foundational theory and familiarity with OpenCV and/or other libraries.
- Knowledge of 3D reconstruction techniques and generation of point clouds and other 3D representations.
- Strong ability in training set generation and data preprocessing, augmentation, and annotation techniques.
- Ability to use version control systems (e.g., Git) and/or workflow management tools (e.g., Snakemake).
- Knowledge of and interest in large language models (e.g., DNA language models) would be considered an asset.
- Practical knowledge of open-source frameworks for federated learning will be considered an asset.

**Assessment Criteria**:
**Competency Profile(s)**:
**Behavioural Competencies**:

- Technology support - Communication (Level 2)
- Technology support - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)
- Technology support - Initiative (Level 2)
- Technology support - Self-knowing and self-development (Level 3)
- Technology support - Teamwork (Level 2)

**Compensation**:
**Salary under review**

From $89,548 to $112,660 per annum.

An incumbent occupying a position within the CS Group is currently entitled to receive a terminable allowance of $212 per month.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

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