Technical Officer, Cell Culture Scale-Up

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As Canada’s 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 Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s 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

We are looking for a Technical Officer, Cell Culture Scale-Up to support our Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre. The Technical Officer would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The successful candidate will play an important role interacting with different R&D teams and functions towards the development of mammalian expression systems and bioprocesses for the large-scale production of biologics including recombinant proteins, viral vectors and viruses. Responsibilities will include the provision of technical support services in the design, planning, preparation, conduct and analysis of various experiments and/or tests, as well as technology transfer of R&D processes.

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

A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in biochemical/chemical engineering, molecular or cellular biology, microbiology engineering, or a related field.

A university degree in Bioengineering may be considered an asset. 

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Significant experience in bioprocess development and scale-up with expression systems for the production of recombinant proteins and/or viral vectors and /or viruses for vaccine development. 
• Experience with operating bioreactors in different modes (batch and/or fed-batch and/or perfusion).
• Experience working in aseptic conditions, preferably with mammalian cells.
• Experience in working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in analytical techniques applied to quantification and characterization of recombinant proteins and/or viral vectors would be an asset.
• Experience with data management, data analysis and data reporting under structured technical report format.
• Experience working with suspension cell cultures in flasks or other high-throughput small scale equipment such as mini-bioreactors or deep well plates including experience with typical cell culture instrumentation used for off-line and on-line measurements of operating parameters and cell culture metabolites would be an asset.
• Experience in cell culture media development and optimization of cell culture processes operating conditions would be an asset.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language requirements

Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB 

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

• Good knowledge of biomanufacturing principles.
• Good knowledge of bioreactor operation.
• Significant knowledge of cell biology and cell culture principles and/or fermentation.
• Knowledge of molecular biology.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and Powerpoint Microsoft softwares and data management, data analysis and data reporting under structured technical report format using these softwares.

Behavioural competencies

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Research Technician/Technologist

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Compensation

From $83,435 to $107,838 per annum. 

In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

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 Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, a National Captial Region Top Employer and Forbes Canada’s Best Employer.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may 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.
• Must be able to work in a physical environment requiring manual dexterity, crouching, bending and handling heavy and bulky objects.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.