Research Scientist – Non-Vertebrate Palaeontologist

Selection process number: 2090-CMN-26-OC-014
Research and Collections department
MRS
01 - $88,533 to $106,852 per year
Permanent Full-time position

Work Location
Natural Heritage Campus (NHC) - Gatineau, QC

Research Scientist – Non-Vertebrate Palaeontologist
Selection process number: 2090-CMN-26-OC-014

Your place at the Museum

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About the position

The Research Scientist – Non-Vertebrate Palaeontologist is responsible for conceiving, planning, and delivering original, impactful research, with a special focus on Canada, that advances knowledge in their field while aligning with the Museum’s mandate. The position leads the development of an independent research program, including securing external funding and building national and international collaborations. The person conducts research using laboratory analysis and natural history collections, while contributing to the growth, curation, and scientific value of these collections.

They disseminate research findings through scientific publications, conferences, and public outreach, and play an active role in communicating science to diverse audiences. The role also involves collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, supervision and mentorship of students and research staff, and contributions to exhibitions, education initiatives, and broader museum activities.

Working at the museum means:

Contributing to an engaging mission as well as exciting projects and challenges

An inclusive, friendly and safe work environment

A competitive salary established by collective agreements

Access to federal public service group insurance and pension plans

Eligibility criteria

This position is open to all Employees of the Canadian Museum of Nature and any members of the public who meet the qualifications below.
Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Education and training:

Graduation with a doctoral degree from a recognized post secondary institution with a specialization in non-vertebrate palaeontology (e.g., invertebrate palaeontology, palaeobotany) or another relevant discipline.

Applications from persons enrolled in a doctoral program but who have yet to complete it will be considered. However, the thesis must have been defended and the doctoral degree awarded before appointment.

The ideal candidate will have training and experience in comparative anatomy, taxonomy and systematics, and quantitative palaeontology, a proven publication record, and experience in using updated technology, such as 3D digitization to aid in fossil reconstruction and analysis of functional morphology. They will also have experience in raising grants and external funds for research projects as well as presenting research results to both scientific audiences and the general public.

They must have demonstrated comfort in working with a collaborative and multi-disciplinary approach to projects. They must also have some experience working in a museum context (e.g., visiting natural history collections, leveraging them for research purposes, and/or working in a natural history museum). They will have demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills and demonstrate strong personal and professional integrity with solid values and ethics that are aligned to those of the institution, including integrity and stewardship, respect for people and nature, the pursuit of excellence and continuous learning.

As the Canadian Museum of Nature has a significant fieldwork program, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to maintain an active fieldwork program, including leading field expeditions and securing partnership and funding to support fieldwork activities.

In summary:

Experience leading scientific research in palaeontology, particularly in…