Research Scientist – Biological Control

Posting details

• Reference number: AGR26J-170597-000376
• Selection process number: 26-AGR-BCAB-EA-STB-71310
• Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
• Level: SE-RES-01, SE-RES-02, SE-RES-03, SE-RES-04, SE-RES-05

Duties

We are seeking a Research Scientist with expertise in weed biological control and a demonstrated ability to translate scientific knowledge into practical solutions for invasive plant management. This individual will lead a research program focused on the development, evaluation, and implementation of biological control strategies for invasive weeds in natural and managed ecosystems.

The incumbent will contribute to a working environment that fosters collegiality, diversity, and teamwork. The Research Scientist will be part of a multidisciplinary team of science professionals at the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Lethbridge Research and Development Centre (RDC), that includes expertise ranging from plant and soil science, agronomy, weed science, entomology, plant pathology, microbiology, genomics, animal science, and rangeland ecology to agricultural engineering and data science research. This role involves active collaboration with AAFC scientists and academic professionals, along with other federal and provincial departments. The incumbent will participate in the transfer of scientific knowledge and technology to partners, clients and the general public. The Research Scientist will supervise technical staff and may serve on graduate student committees and potentially co-supervise graduate students.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified and partially qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions with various employment tenures.

Important messages

As one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is proud to celebrate our achievement in creating a diverse, respectful, and positive workplace where all employees are valued and recognized for their unique qualities, ideas, voices and perspectives. We are dedicated to building and promoting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, representative of all Canadians regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic background or lived experience. By embracing diversity and inclusion, our department ensures broader discussions, better decisions, and a more positive workplace. We also have various employee diversity networks dedicated to ensuring that our department continues to grow as an inclusive employer.

Language requirements

English essential