Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Director, Research and Development (OCRE) 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. OrganizationalUnit:Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering Classification:MGT-2 Tenure:Continuing 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 The role Canada is an ocean nation; bounded by three oceans and one of the largest lake and river systems in the world, and with the longest coastline of any nation. Oceans and coastlines present challenges such as security, climate change adaptation and environmental stewardship, as well as economic development opportunities related to trade and natural resource development. These systems are under increasing stress because they operate in harsh environments characterized by ice, wind, waves, and river and ocean currents. The effects of climate change are also bearing current implications on the stability and productivity of these systems. The NRC's Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering (OCRE)



research centre delivers innovative technologies and support to improve Canada's competitiveness by reducing risks and costs of marine operations while ensuring the safe and responsible development of marine-based resources. We provide the expertise and tools to improve the performance and safety of marine operations, meet the challenges of a changing climate, and protect people, property and infrastructure from severe weather events and other environmental risks. Our suite of offerings include physical and numerical modelling, engineering analysis, technology development as well as full scale experiments and field work conducted with the support of world-class test facilities capable of reproducing a wide range of ice, wave, current and wind conditions. The Director, Research and Development manages the capability embodied in assigned research centre resources, ensuring relevance, focus and utility by working with program leaders and external stakeholders, including clients. The Director supervises Team Leaders to achieve effective execution of project management and continuous professional development of staff. Through discharging these responsibilities, and through the provision of timely strategic advice, the Director, Research and Development provides the Director General with vital assurance of long-term research centre sustainability and risk management.



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 Graduate degree in science or engineering. A bachelor's degree in science or engineering from a recognized university, complemented by relevant professional experience related to the position will also be considered.
- In depth experience working in the Canadian and international context around NRC's Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering research centre technologies: industries, forums, trends, the issues and dynamics that impact them and the engagement needed to keep this knowledge current;
- Business experience within the relevant scientific and technological domains gained through experience with industry, government or other partnerships;
- Experience supervising and developing staff in multidisciplinary teams, ideally in a matrix environment of projects and programs;
- Significant and recently demonstrated experience in applying the principles, tools and practices of administrative, financial, and human resource management. Condition of employment A thorough security clearance process will be applied. For a Secret Clearance, verification of background information over a period of 10 years is required. Individuals must have lived in Canada for a sufficient period of time to enable the security screening process. Must be able to travel. Language requirements Note: In the event that no qualified bilingual candidates are identified, NRC may consider unilingual candidates who will be required to commit to achieving these levels within two years. Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:
- Demonstrated

📌 Director, Research and Development (Ottawa)
🏢 National Research Council of Canada
📍 Ottawa