Job Information
Job Requisition ID: 62333
Ministry: Agriculture and Irrigation
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: September 26, 2024
Classification: Technologies 5 (126TNA)
Salary: $2,513.34 to $3,310.25 bi-weekly ($65,598 to $86,397/year)
The Agri-Food Assurance Section operates laboratories accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 that provide laboratory analyses in support of animal health outbreaks and disease response, surveillance programs, export requirements and market access. Additional activities include outreach to provincially licensed meat and dairy facilities, and conducting food and food safety policy analysis.
As a Molecular Technologist 5, you will play a pivotal role in our team by performing specialized molecular biology techniques to support the development and maintenance of rapid detection/identification laboratory testing. Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting advanced molecular diagnostic tests using PCR, sequencing, and bioinformatics.
- Designing and validating molecular assays for the detection and identification of animal health related pathogens.
- Working under an internationally recognized standards organization (ISO 17025) to analyze genetic materials and optimize testing in support of surveillance and regulatory programs.
- Preparing reports and communicating findings to various stakeholders, including scientists and industry partners.
- Leading research projects, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to the continuous improvement of laboratory protocols.
Your work will directly contribute to Alberta's animal disease outbreak response, as well as help to ensure food safety within the province.
This position is expected to work occasional weekends and evenings when responding to outbreaks affecting food safety and/or animal health within Alberta.
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Competencies are behaviours that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
- Creative Problem Solving: Engage in analyzing complex issues, using various techniques to identify solutions and explore innovative approaches.
- Drive for Results: Meet project goals by managing resources efficiently and making decisions aligned with the organization’s objectives.
- Systems Thinking: Anticipate long-term impacts, focusing on how immediate actions connect with larger organizational goals.
- Develop Self and Others: Provide coaching to team members and continuously seek opportunities to enhance your skills.
- Build Collaborative Environments: Foster an inclusive work culture, resolving conflicts, and integrating diverse perspectives to achieve better results.
- Two (2) year technical diploma in a related field, such as biochemistry, molecular biology or microbiology, plus
- Four (4) years related experience working with molecular diagnostic tools in an agricultural or scientific context.
Equivalencies are considered: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:
- 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
- 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
Assets:
- Previous experience working in biological containment level 3 laboratories is ideal.
- Previous experience working in an ISO 17025 accredited lab environment.
- Experience in bioinformatics, particularly in handling sequencing data.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
- Familiarity with agricultural disease management.
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Position Information:
- Office is located in Edmonton
- Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
- Monday to Friday (8:15 to 4:30 pm)
- Flexible start/end times may be considered
- This position is expected to work occasional evenings and weekends when responding to food safety or animal health outbreaks or other events
Other Application Information:
- Final candidates may be required to undergo a practical laboratory-based test demonstrating skills and abilities following the interview.
- Medical clearance to wear a half or full face respirator is required.
- Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
What the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:
- Working for the Alberta Public Service -
- Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) -
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -
- Professional learning and development -
- Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool -
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
- Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
- Leadership and mentorship programs
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Christina Tataryn at [email protected].
