Research Officer

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**: Boucherville

**Organizational Unit**: Medical Devices

**Classification**: RO

**Tenure**: Term

**Duration**:2 Years

**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.

**The Role**:
NRC’s Medical Devices research Center is excited to advertise a tenure-track Research Officer (RO) position specializing in microfluidics systems and devices for data analytics to support both fundamental discovery and development of medical microdevice technology in areas such as in vitro diagnostics, precision medicine, space research, and food/water safety. The primary responsibility of the RO is to develop original research and development (R&D) activities in support of NRC scientific and technological objectives through research of the highest international calibre.

**Screening Criteria**:
**Education**:
A PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biophysics, Engineering Physics, Material Science, Electrical engineering, Experimental medicine, Analytical Chemistry or related discipline is required.

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

**Experience**:
The RO will also possess several of the following:

- Relevant research experience in the integration, automation and deployment of complex bioanalytical protocols through microfluidic technologies such as centrifugal, digital, capillary, pressure, or microvalve-based microfluidics.

**Condition of Employment**:
Reliability Status

**Language Requirements**:
English

Note: Boucherville NRC is a French location.

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

**Assessment Criteria**:
**Technical Competencies**:

- Expert knowledge of microfluidic device design and fabrication methods compatible with automated device manufacturing, particularly in polymer materials.
- Advanced knowledge in the microfluidic integration of biological and biomolecular processes such as molecular diagnostics, cell biology, library preparation for sequencing, DNA/protein isolation assays, biofabrication, or single cell molecular analysis.
- Knowledge of microfluidic-based data acquisition systems for high-throughput dataset generation and analysis based on deep-learning and artificial intelligence.
- Practical knowledge of microfabrication processes applied to microfluidics.
- Practical knowledge of the design and fabrication of polymer microfluidic devices using technologies such as CNC machining, hot embossing, injection molding, thermoforming or equivalent.
- Demonstrated track record of the publication of several high impact research papers in high caliber international scientific journals;
- Evidence of the generation of valuable intellectual properties;
- Evidence of leadership for projects, grants or awards;
- Experience in collaborations, including with industry and academia;
- Experience with advanced computing platforms, systems or techniques;
- Experience in mentoring or supervision;
- Experience with research management, i.e., managing risks, teams, schedules.

**Behavioural Competencies**:

- Research - Creative thinking (Level 4)
- Research - Communication (Level 2)
- Research - Results orientation (Level 2)
- Research - Teamwork (Level 2)
- Research - Self-knowing and self-development (Level 2)

**Competency Profile(s)**:
**Compensation**:
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.

**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 g