Technical Officer, Micro-Nanofabrication / Microfluidics

National Research Council Canada
Boucherville, QC

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Job details

Full-time
1 day ago

Benefits

Disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Dental care
Life insurance

Skills

French
Engineering
Laboratory experience
Quality management
Research
Technical support
Bachelor's
3D printing
Physics
Autodesk Inventor
Microscopy
Log books
CNC machining

Full job description

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.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Boucherville

Organizational Unit: Medical Devices

Classification: TO-3

Tenure: Term

Duration: 2 years

Language Requirements: French

Work arrangements:

Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.

At the NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2026 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s largest research and innovation 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.

Defence Industrial Strategy

The NRC has an important role within the Government of Canada's Defence Industrial Strategy, accelerating research and innovation, and helping Canadian businesses develop leading-edge technologies for civilian and military use.

With expertise across fields such as transportation, quantum science, medical countermeasures and advanced manufacturing, the NRC is hiring to drive the development of national sovereign defence capabilities. The following role will support the NRC’s contributions to defence priorities.

The role

We want to fill a Technical Officer position in Micro-Nanofabrication and Microfluidics reporting to the NRC Bioanalytical Micro-Nano Devices Section which is composed of more than 35 researchers and technical officers with a unique combination of expertise spanning from physics, nano and microfabrication engineering, chemistry, molecular biology, and cellular biology.

The position, located at the NRC facilities in Boucherville, Quebec, will focus on supporting the delivery of strategic projects within the Medical Devices Research Centre, particularly in the area of microfluidic systems development and their applications in health. This is an area in which the NRC is internationally recognized.

Selected candidate will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team recognized for its innovation in the field of microfluidics and micro-nanodevices fabrication. More specifically, the technical work will support areas of research encompassing the use of lab-on chip systems for integration of molecular and cellular assays, artificial living systems, and portable molecular diagnostic devices for various applications such as environmental, food and water safety, clinical applications including in-vitro diagnostics for remote and space applications. The candidate will contribute to progress science & technology as well as practical applications in the field of life sciences research and clinical application.

The Technical Officer in Micro-Nanofabrication and Microfluidics will provide technical support for research work aimed at developing methods for the fabrication of micro-nanostructured devices in a cleanroom environment, assembly of polymer-based microfluidic devices, and support the automation and validation of assays based on NRC microfluidic technologies. The individual selected will also have to recognize and resolve problems associated with the experimental or analytical techniques, compile experimental reports, maintain facilities, develop fabrication and assembly procedures, and actively support quality management systems. The candidate is expected to be able to work independently as well as part of the broader R&D team in an environment requiring a high-level of adaptability and multitasking

This position also includes the following on-going responsibilities:

Maintaining/procuring laboratory equipment, space, logbooks and inventories,

Fostering healthy and safe work practices.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physics, engineering physics, biomedical-engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials engineering, or related discipline is required.

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

Experience

Significant and recent work experience in a cleanroom environment and in a micro- or nanofabrication laboratory.
Significant and recent work experience in developing micro-nanofabrication processes for the design and fabrication of microfluidic devices using techniques such as photolithography, wet/dry etching, thin-film deposition, hot embossing, PDMS casting, maskless lithography, CNC machining and injection molding.
Experience with various characterization instruments used in micro-nanofabrication and microfluidics, including: optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, profilometers, goniometer, etc.
Experience with the development or operation of microfluidic technologies.
Experience in producing designs using 2D or 3D design software, such as AutoCAD, L-Edit, Inventor, SolidWorks and equivalents.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language requirements

French

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

Solid knowledge of the techniques and materials used in micro- and nanofabrication.
Solid hands-on knowledge of cleanroom fabrication equipment, such as photolithography alignment stations, etching systems, and thin-film deposition tools.
Solid hands-on knowledge of polymer structuring and replication techniques for both elastomeric and hard polymer materials, such as CNC machining, hot embossing, thermoforming, 3D printing and injection molding.
Knowledge of characterization and metrology techniques used to verify fabrication results, such as profilometry, optical and electron microscopy, and film-thickness measurement.
Knowledge of the fabrication, characterization, and operating principles of microfluidic systems.
Ability to produce designs using 2D or 3D design software, such as AutoCAD, L-Edit, Inventor, SolidWorks, and equivalents.

Behavioural competencies

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

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Research Technician/Technologist

Compensation

From $66,126 to $91,012 per annum.

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.

Notes

In 2026, the NRC was chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, a National Capital Region Top Employer and Forbes Canada’s Best Employer.
Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one-year period.
Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (25954) to:

E-mail: [email protected]

Telephone: 3439906649

Closing Date: 15 September 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time

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