Computer Specialist , AI Data Readiness and Model Integration
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Job Summary
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:Saskatoon
OrganizationalUnit:Aquatic and Crop Resource Development
Classification:CS-2
Tenure:Continuing
Language Requirements:English
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 2025 one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canadas Best Employers!
As Canadas 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 Canadas future and the world.
At the NRC youll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. Youll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly youll discover whats 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.
The role
Were looking for a genomics and artificial intelligence (AI) computer specialist to join our Comparative and Regulatory Genomic Technologies (CGRT) team within the Aquatic and Crop Resource Development (ACRD) Research Centre in Saskatoon. As part of a multidisciplinary team focused on combining advanced genomic technologies and machine learning to develop a predictive understanding of plant biology this position will support NRCs data driven genomics and AI integration initiatives. The position will be involved in the computational aspects of data generation standardization quality control metadata handling bio-informatics data processing to model-ready formats as well as model training model validation and model deployment. A primary initial objective will be to enable data readiness for modelling by encapsulating and standardizing key data processing pipelines for ACRD.
The successful candidate would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity Excellence Respect and Creativity.
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
Bachelors degree in computer science bioinformatics computational biology or a related discipline.
A Technical College diploma in Computer Science or related field or an equivalent combination of education and direct experience may be considered.
For information oncertificates and diplomas issued abroad please see Degree equivalency
Experience
- Experience in bioinformatics analysis in a Linux computing environment using programming languages such as Python R or Bash scripting.
- Experience designing implementing and maintaining reproducible workflows using workflow management systems (e.g. Snakemake Nextflow).
- Recent experience with genomic data formats (e.g. FASTQ BAM VCF GTF CRAM) and command-line analysis tools (e.g. STAR GATK DESeq2 Orthofinder Genespace samtools HifiASM Verkko).
- Recent experience deploying workflows on job schedulers (e.g. Slurm) and using containerization tools (e.g. Docker Singularity).
- Experience applying FAIR data principles metadata standards and database integration methods would be considered an asset.
- Familiarity with AI/machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow PyTorch scikit learn) and data preparation for predictive modelling would be considered an asset.
- Experience working in a collaborative multidisciplinary setting would be an asset.
- Experience with evaluating and troubleshooting bioinformatics tools and workflows.
Condition of employment
Reliability Status
For a Reliability Status verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.
Language requirements
Assessment criteria
Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:
Technical competencies
- Solid* knowledge of bioinformatics principles genomic data structures and workflow automation.
- Solid* ability to design and implement reproducible data processing pipelines using workflow management tools and containerization.
- Ability to manage and integrate metadata following FAIR data principles.
- Solid* knowledge of machine learning and predictive modelling data preparation techniques.
Solid a working level knowledge used by fully qualified individuals to solve day to day problems and address normal issues.
Behavioural competencies
- Technology support - Initiative (Level 2)
- Technology support - Communication (Level 2)
- Technology support - Results orientation (Level 2)
- Technology support - Teamwork (Level 2)
- Technology support - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)
Competency Profile(s)
For this position the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Technology Support
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Compensation
From $86503to $108068per 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 2025 the NRC was chosen as one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People a National Capital Region Top Employerand Forbes Canadas Best Employer.
- Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRCs directives.
- A pre-qualified listmay 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 therequisition number (25242) to:
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Closing Date: 12 August 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time
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