Materials Researcher (14 month Term)

Are you our next Materials Researcher? You would be a good fit for this position if you:

• Have expertise in materials engineering or materials science
• Enjoy tackling new technical challenges and developing innovative solutions to problems
• Are resourceful, creative, and forward-thinking
• Are collaborative by nature and can work in a team environment across diverse disciplines
• Want to make a difference within Alberta’s energy and manufacturing sectors

We are game changers

InnoTech Alberta, a subsidiary of Alberta Innovates, is a leading research and technology organization serving the needs of industry, entrepreneurs and the public sector. Our leading-edge expertise and industrial-scale research and demonstration facilities accelerate and de-risk technology development and deployment for our clients with a focus on industrial solutions and commercial applications. With over 230 employees, InnoTech operates within several locations across the province, including Vegreville, Edmonton, Devon, and Calgary. We are Alberta’s innovation engine - with over 100 years of bold ideas that feed, grow, fuel, and build Alberta’s agriculture, energy, environment, and forestry sectors. Visit us at: InnoTechAlberta.ca

Intrigued? Here’s some more information about the position:

Reporting to the Manager of Advanced Materials & Asset Integrity, this role will focus on supporting the team’s materials engineering capabilities. Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Use and apply innovative technical expertise and capabilities to:
  • Support project activities involving the design, selection, and evaluation of various type of materials to meet client needs
  • Assist in experimental design and testing protocols, experiment execution, analysis and interpretation of experimental data and results, and forming conclusions
  • Support in identifying new technologies in materials to address challenges in industrial applications
  • Deliver oral presentations and written technical reporting on experimental findings at workshops, meetings and conferences
• Assist in the development and execution of applied research and development projects including:
  • Definition and monitoring of project schedule, budget, and scope of work
  • Management of project outcomes to ensure timely delivery and commensurate quality
  • Preparation of progress reporting and engagement with clients and project participants to provide progress updates
  • Coordination of tasking among project team members
• Support in pursuit of new business opportunities including development of project proposals and contact with external clients/participants
• If applicable, provision of coaching and mentoring to more junior staff members

While this position is expected to be based in InnoTech Alberta’s facility at the Edmonton Research and Development Park, it is anticipated that significant amount of time will be spent at InnoTech Alberta’s facility at Devon.  Occasionally, the employee may also work at clients’ sites.

Qualifications and skills we are looking for:

• Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering/Science
  • Registered with APEGA with E.I.T. status or eligible for registration with APEGA.
  • Previous co-op experience will be an asset
• Key Skills and Abilities:
  • Excellent creative problem-solving skills with the ability and willingness to apply technical solutions from multiple industries and sectors to move projects forward
  • Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and proactive
  • Strong organization skills and attention to detail that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks, competing agendas, and client demands
  • Collaborative nature and ability to work well with internal and external stakeholders
  • Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Strong written communication skills, demonstrated through technical reporting and proposals

Why InnoTech Alberta?

We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business, so we offer a strong benefits package and generous vacation and paid time off programs to promote work-life balance. 

The final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance. All interviewees must be able to meet the requirement specified in the Physical Demand Analysis. This document will be supplied during the interview process to the successful candidate. This competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

INNOTECH ALBERTA IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.