Director General, Quantum and Nanotechnologies

Job title: Director General, Quantum and Nanotechnologies

Job description: Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

• The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa

Organizational Unit: Quantum and Nanotechnologies

Classification: MGT-4

Tenure: Continuing

Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

Notes:

• Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require a physical presence, in the form of a hybrid work arrangement (a combination of working onsite and offsite) of three days per week at the NRC work location identified.
• In the event that no qualified bilingual candidates are identified, NRC may consider unilingual candidates who will be required to commit to achieving these levels within two years.

Your Challenge

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada’s largest research and technology organization.

We are looking for a visionary, charismatic and dynamic Director General to lead the Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre. The Director General would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

Contribute to further develop the excellent work of the Quantum and Nano technologies Research Centre and build fruitful collaborations with internal and external stakeholders.

The Research Centre
The Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre will be launched on April 1st 2024 as a result of a recent strategic planning exercise and the merger of three existing research centres: Advanced Electronics and Photonics, Security and Disruptive Technologies, both located in Ottawa, and Nanotechnologies, located in Edmonton. The Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre also oversee NRC programs, including: the Internet of Things: Quantum Sensors Challenge program, the High throughput and Secure Networks Challenge program, the Nanotechnology Initiative jointly with the University of Alberta, and the Joint Centre for Extreme Photonics with the University of Ottawa.

The scientists working in the Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre are experts in quantum, photonic, electronic, and nanomaterials scientific domains. . We collaborate with Canadian and international research labs, industry and academia to build the emerging technology platforms that will sustain Canada’s industrial competitiveness well into the future.

We develop new platforms that can be applied in a wide range of industries in technology areas such as:

• Quantum and material science
• Quantum and photonic device design, fabrication and testing.

We offer scientific and engineering expertise in materials testing and characterization, printed electronics (2D-3D printing), electronic and photonic sensors, quantum and semiconductor devices fabrication and scale up, as well asaccess to unique prototyping facilities.

Focusing on medium to long-term collaborations, we work with industry, academia and government to:

• Accelerate knowledge-generation and technology development
• Translate fundamental science into technology platforms of strategic relevance to Canadian industry and society
• De-risk emerging technologies for adoption by Canadian industry Develop emerging solutions in NRC’s three pillars of Climate Change and Sustainability, Health, and Quantum and Digital Technologies.

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

Ph.D. in a field of science relevant to the research centerfrom a recognized university.

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Experience

• Significant experience conducting original research in one of the fields covered by the research centre.
• Experience managing and leading multidisciplinary R&D teams.
• Experience in elaborating a strategic vision and translating it in efficient operations.
• Significant experience in building partnerships with national (universities, government and industry) and international organizations.
• Experience developing and executing strategic projects with senior government officials, academic and industry leaders.
• Senior executive experience including a demonstrated ability to lead change, build superior teams, motivate a diverse group of individuals, and direct large-scale initiatives.

Condition of Employment

Secret (II)

Language Requirements

Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

Note: In the event that no qualified bilingual candidates are identified, NRC may consider unilingual candidates who will be required to commit to achieving these levels within two years.

Assessment Criteria

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

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of the national and international relevant research communities.
• Knowledge of the Canadian innovation process, the structure of the Canadian research and innovation ecosystems, and the Canadian research community.
• Ability to effectively lead and manage a multi-disciplinary organization in an R&D environment with a style and approach that supports NRC’s commitment to scientific excellence, diversity and its participative management and entrepreneurship values.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully leverage government, industry or other partnerships to generate and deliver on ideas that would lead to recognition of NRC’s role in world-wide research and technology innovation.
• Knowledge of the existing research centres to be merged into the Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre: Advanced Electronics and Photonics, Security and Disruptive Technologies, and Nanotechnologies’ initiatives, programs and activities and their potential for impact nationally and internationally.
• Recognized leadership in the fields covered by the Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre.
• Ability to analyze complex information, make timely decisions and communicate clearly with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage in a scientific environment with in depth knowledge of the different models of research operations while enhancing a collaborative approach.
• Knowledge of the National Research Council, its mandate and strategic objectives.

Behavioural Competencies

• Inspirational Leadership (Level 4)
• Strategic Outlook and Alignment (Level 4)
• Drive for Results and Efficiency (Level 4)
• Leverage Collaborative Relationships (Level 3)
• Financial Management (Level 4)
• Client Relationship Management (Level 4)
• Industry Sector Knowledge (Level 4)
• People Management (Level 4)
• Business Acumen (Level 4)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile:

Compensation

From $181,402 to $217,565 per annum.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of including comprehensive health and dental plans, vacation, sick, and other leave entitlements, disability insurance and pension plans.

The NRC Advantage

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada’s largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you. Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

At the NRC Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season. We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process. Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially.

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Notes

• 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.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (21068) to:

E-mail:

: 613-858-5773

Closing Date: 5 February 2024 – 23:59 Eastern Time

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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.

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