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Wildlife Research Technician

Ministry of Natural Resources -
Peterborough, ON

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Job details

Temporary | Contract | Fixed term contract
$27.49–$30.60 an hour
6 days ago

Qualifications

Bilingual
Microsoft Word
French
Statistics
Project planning
Word processing
Laboratory experience
English
Data collection
Leadership
Communication skills
Driving Licence
GIS

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Apply By: Friday, July 31, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Wildlife Research Technician

Job ID:

247400

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Science and Research Branch, Provincial Services Division

City:

Peterborough

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

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

Job code:

41104 - Resource Technician 3

Salary:

$27.49 - $30.60 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Are you a highly motivated individual with an interest in science and research? Here's your chance to apply your skills and knowledge to an exciting position with the Wildlife Research & Monitoring Section (WRMS) of the Ministry of Natural Resources, supporting Chronic Wasting Disease surveillance and preparedness.

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
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 position you will carry out a variety of technical duties and program responsibilities associated with the delivery of wildlife research, such as:

provide technical oversight and direction for both lab and field programs
inventory and procurement of supplies, equipment and services
ensure integrity and safe operations of lab and field personnel, equipment, microscopes and vehicles
ensure equipment is maintained in excellent condition; follow and contribute to the standard lab and field procedures and protocols for testing and monitoring for the presence of wildlife disease
conduct preliminary necropsies in a containment level 2 laboratory
ensure accurate data collection both in the lab and the field through use of paper data sheets or electronic devices such as computers, data loggers or tablets; accurately compile field and laboratory data and perform basic statistical analysis such as mean, standard deviation and range
communicate with both internal and external partners and public

Please note that you will be working in inclement weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold), and may travel extensively for long periods of time during projects throughout the province of Ontario.

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.
You are willing and able to be vaccinated against the rabies virus and maintain adequate antibody titre.

Scientific knowledge and skills:

You have expertise in field and laboratory techniques, including use of live-traps, microscopes, general lab practices and use of field equipment to collect data and process animal specimens for biological data and sample collection.
You have working knowledge of animal anatomy and histology to perform necropsies and collect biological material both in the field and in the lab.
You have working knowledge of wildlife research and monitoring techniques and principles to plan, organize and implement projects.

Technical knowledge and skills:

You have demonstrated proficiency with computer software used in word processing data collection and entry.
You have a working knowledge of GIS, GPS and mobile/electronic data collection technology and associated file types to plan, map and report on field and lab programs.
You have an understanding of basic statistics to complete preliminary summaries including analysis of data to determine such variables as mean, standard deviation and range.

Teamwork and group leadership skills:

You have the demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, as a team member and as a leader (as required) and provide daily supervision/coaching to staff.
You have working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable workplace regulations.

Communication skills:

You have the ability to communicate effectively with tact and diplomacy, to train staff, present results, and prepare reports.
You have well developed interpersonal skills to solicit cooperation with other staff, partner agencies and the public to maintain and build strong relationships and cooperation.

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:

Friday, July 31, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

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

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 4.7

Category:

Science

Posted on:

Friday, July 17, 2026

Note:

N-NR-247400/26

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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What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements:

Scientific knowledge and skills:

Technical knowledge and skills:

Teamwork and group leadership skills:

Communication skills:

Don't meet every qualification?

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

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