RD Scientist - Product Development Group
RD Scientist - Product Development Group
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Job Description
Internal Job Title: R&D Scientist
Job Type: Permanent Fulltime
Job Location: Ottawa On
Work Model: Onsite
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated R&D Scientist to join our innovative team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in analyzing new materials troubleshooting existing formulations and driving the development of advanced security features and devices. This position requires a strong background in chromatography spectroscopy microscopy and physical and chemical separation techniques.
Responsibilities
- Material Analysis
- Utilize chromatography spectroscopy microscopy and physical and chemical separation techniques to analyze the properties of new materials.
- Working with material posing optical and magnetic properties for security documents
- Determine the applicability and effects of new materials on final product quality
- Problem Solving
- Troubleshoot existing problems with current products process materials and formulations (inks and adhesives).
- Improve existing test procedures and research develop and implement new test methodologies.
- Innovation and Development
- Participate in multidisciplinary teams (R&D Marketing Design Manufacturing) to drive the CBN innovation agenda.
- Develop new security features and devices.
- Contribute to and lead small R&D projects in accordance with our innovation process.
- Scientific and Technological Awareness
- Maintain a high level of awareness regarding scientific and technological advances related to secure document production.
- Provide input in the development process of new ideas and concepts that lead to solutions to customer problems.
- Manufacturing Quality Control
- Build an understanding of the secure document manufacturing process.
- Develop technology and procedures that will improve manufacturing quality control.
- Compliance and Standards
- Stay current with and work in accordance with ISO standardsgood laboratory practices (GLP) and the mandates associated with working in a secure environment.
Qualifications :
Education & Knowledge
- Ph.D. or Masters degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g. Physics Chemistry Materials Science Biotechnology).
- Knowledge of the following is an asset:
- Digital printing (inkjet toner digital press and thermal transfer)
- Traditional printing (screen lithography intaglio flexo)
Technical Concepts & Methodologies
- Strong foundation in scientific research principles and experimental design.
- Familiarity with prototyping laboratory techniques and emerging technologies.
- Understanding of intellectual property patents and regulatory considerations.
- Experience with data analysis machine learning or computational modeling is an asset.
Soft Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent problemsolving and creativity in research approaches.
- Ability to communicate complex findings to technical and nontechnical audiences.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
Experience
- 37 years of experience in research and development within industry or academia.
- Experience in publishing research findings patenting innovations or product development.
Technical Environment
- Lab Equipment & Prototyping: Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) FTIR drop analyzer (surface energy measurement) and visible & fluorescent spectrometer
- Programming & Simulation Tools: Python MATLAB is an asset
Mandatory Requirements
- Language: Fluency in English (reading writing speaking)
- Travel: Ability to travel domestically/internationally (passport required) approx. 12 weeks/year
- Security clearance: Ability to obtain (in a timely manner) and maintain Government of Canada Secret (Level II) clearance
Additional Information :
Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other legally protected status.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals including women Indigenous Peoples persons with disabilities visible minorities and members of the 2SLGBTQ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment including recruitment hiring promotion compensation benefits training and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive barrier free selection process we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.
At CBN we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
