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CWD Program Biologist

Ministry of Natural Resources -
Peterborough, ON

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Job details

Temporary | Contract | Fixed term contract
$1,380.35–$1,705.03 a week
1 day ago

Qualifications

Bilingual
French
Word processing
English
Research
Project management
Presentation skills
Budgeting
Leadership
Communication skills
Driving Licence
Time management

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Apply By: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

CWD Program Biologist

Job ID:

247763

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Provincial Services Division - Science and Research Branch

City:

Peterborough

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Temporary assignment/contract for up to 7 months, with the possibility of extension

Job code:

14024 - Biologist 2B

Salary:

$1,380.35 - $1,705.03 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Are you passionate about wildlife health and disease management? Help protect the future of Ontario's wildlife by leading initiatives to prepare for emerging wildlife diseases like Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Your work will support evidence-based decisions that protect biodiversity, ensure effective response planning, and strengthen relationships with partners, stakeholders and Indigenous communities—making a lasting impact on wildlife in Ontario and the people who depend on them.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

a defined benefit pension plan
comprehensive health plan
life and disability insurance
flexible work arrangements
collegial and professional work culture
career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
on-the-job training to support your success in the role

About the job

In this role you will develop, conduct, participate and implement wildlife research and monitoring projects as a basis for resource and wildlife management decision-making, which may include:

developing and maintaining project timelines, budgets and goals
coordinating and communicating with team members, partners, stakeholders
reviewing and analyzing data collected for quality and accuracy
preparing reports, health and safety protocols, scientific literature, presentations and workshops
sharing data and information to inform decision making
participating in fieldwork, as needed, to collect data and samples
staying up-to-date in the field of wildlife research, management and conservation

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.

Technical expertise:

You have an understanding of the biology, ecology and management of wildlife.
You have knowledge and understanding of various research methods used in wildlife biology, management and conservation, including field research techniques, data collection and data analysis.
You are proficient with common office productivity software for word processing, spreadsheet manipulation, database management and presentation creation.

Communication and interpersonal skills:

You have interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a team, and to clearly and effectively collaborate on project objectives with a variety of stakeholders, partners and Indigenous groups.
You have the ability to prepare and submit progress reports, develop health and safety protocols, prepare written material for publication as technical reports and/or primary scientific literature to communicate findings to other science, management and policy staff in government, as well as academia and stakeholders.

Project management:

You have initiative, leadership skills and expertise in project management principles and techniques, including project planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, budgeting and financial management.
You have demonstrated experience with planning and implementing field research programs, including project design, implementation, and evaluation.
You have demonstrated organizational and time management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Analytical and problem-solving skills:

You have strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and address challenges and to find creative solutions.
You have the ability to independently conduct literature analyses, jurisdictional scans to remain up to date in the field of wildlife research, management and conservation, and incorporate this knowledge into project design and implementation.

Indigenous community:

You have an understanding of the cultural and historical context of Indigenous communities, and sensitive to their values, beliefs, and customs.
You are able to engage with Indigenous communities in a respectful and inclusive manner, and to build positive and respectful relationships.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
accessibility
Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information:

Apply by:

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

1 English Temporary, duration up to 7 months, 2140 East Bank Dr, Peterborough, East Region

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 3-A

Category:

Fish and Wildlife

Posted on:

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Note:

N-NR-247763/26

How to apply:

You must apply online.

Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.

OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

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