InnoTech Alberta

Job Description

Employment Status:
Full-time – Permanent

Location:

Calgary Research Park

Work Model:
Hybrid

As a Researcher
, you will be responsible for the development and execution of applied research projects within the Environmental Services Division of Inno Tech Alberta. This role leverages and coordinates technical expertise to analyze and interpret water resource and stable isotope datasets, synthesize findings with complementary data sources, and translate results into practical applications that support industry-sponsored projects, inform public policy, and advance environmental management.

The position also contributes to the development of codes, standards, and best practices to support client requirements, while providing technical consultation to the Environmental Services Division, other Inno Tech divisions, and external collaborators and partners. In addition, you will provide technical coaching and mentorship to team members, supporting capacity building and knowledge transfer within the organization.

You will join a team of applied scientists and technologists that strive to be the preferred industry and government partners for solving complex environmental, natural resource and energy management challenges. This role leads a portfolio of applied research projects, including project design, business development, stakeholder engagement, and management of contracts and field activities, along with reporting and knowledge dissemination. As part of the Environmental Impacts Team, the focus is on water quality and quantity assessments related to environmental, climatic and industrial impacts using advanced tools such as stable isotopes, geochemical tracers, geospatial datasets, and numerical modeling.

Strong or emerging technical leadership is essential.

The successful candidate will be responsible for duties that will include:

• Ability to apply technical expertise and creativity in business development efforts, including:
  • Engaging with external clients, stakeholders, and collaborators to identify high priority challenges for solution development.
  • Monitoring and analyzing industry market intelligence, industry best practices, and emerging trends and championing targeted business opportunities.
  • Preparing program and project proposals and budgets to secure external client contracts and to leverage internal funding support.
  • Support for market positioning initiatives, including representing Inno Tech Alberta at trade shows, conferences, and workshops.
• Prepare technical reports and proposals, and develop presentations to communicate research outcomes.
• Ability to develop, manage and execute applied research studies including:
  • Study design and implementation to ensure timely delivery of high-quality outcomes.
  • Project management responsibilities, including time and budget forecasting, workforce and asset allocation to ensure optimal scheduling and delegation of tasks.
  • Coordination and completion of field and laboratory workplans.
  • Preparation and presentation of client reports and publication of results, as appropriate.
  • Interaction with clients and project stakeholders to validate scope of work, provide progress updates, and manage expectations.
  • Motivation and desire to enhance the team’s capabilities and capacity through training, professional development, and contributions to development of specialized facilities and infrastructure.

• MSc or PhD in Earth Sciences or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Current membership or eligibility for membership with APEGA (P. Geo. or P. Eng). Candidates with other professional designations may be considered if appropriate.
• 4 - 6 years of experience working in the field of water resources (e.g., environmental science, hydrology, hydrogeology, geochemistry).
• Demonstrated expertise in the application of stable isotopes (e.g., d18O, d2H, d13C, d34S, d15N) for environmental and water resource assessments.
• Hands‑on experience with application of numerical modelling (e.g., isotope‑based mixing models, groundwater flow, or solute transport) and geospatial data analysis to real‑world environmental…