Research Officer, Fuel and Clean Combustion, Ahuntsic North

Priority may be given to designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons.

City:

Ottawa

Organizational Unit:

Clean Energy Innovation

Classification:

RO

Tenure:

Continuing

Language Requirements:

English

Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). The NRC recognizes that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required.

The Role We are looking for a Research Officer (RO) to join the Low Carbon Fuels and Clean Combustion Team within the Clean Energy Innovation (CEI) Research Centre. The Research Officer will support the goals of the NRC and the CEI Research Centre through world‑class research and the development and application of advanced technologies.

Perform research, development, optimization and characterization of lower‑carbon fuels and their application in internal combustion engines and other energy conversion systems.

Work in a team environment with researchers and technical experts in world‑class facilities.

Develop proposals for new research initiatives, manage projects and provide service to NRC clients.

Provide input into the overall direction and research priorities.

Applicants must share the core values of impact, excellence, accountability, leadership, integrity and collaboration.

Screening Criteria Education:

PhD in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.

Experience

Significant research and/or technology development experience in fuels and clean combustion.

Significant experimental and/or computational experience in two or more of the following areas:

Combustion theory and technologies

Alternative fuel characterization and upgrade

Internal combustion engines and advanced combustion strategies

Numerical modelling of internal combustion engines

Significant experience is defined as having the depth and breadth that would normally be gained over a period of four (4) years or more.

Condition of Employment Reliability Status: verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language Requirements English

Assessment Criteria Technical competencies:

Advanced knowledge in low carbon fuels and characterization

Advanced knowledge in internal combustion engines and advanced combustion strategies

Solid knowledge in combustion theory and modelling

Knowledge in low carbon fuel production and application

Behavioural competencies:

Research - Creative thinking (Level 3)

Research - Results orientation (Level 2)

Research - Networking (Level 2)

Research - Communication (Level 2)

Research - Initiative (Level 2)

Research - Teamwork (Level 2)

Compensation The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the AsRO or AcRO level, which is a mid‑career level position with a salary range of $83,985 to $139,608.

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.

Closing Date 12 June 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time

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