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Apply By: Monday, January 19, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Wildlife Research Biologist

Job ID:

239542

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Science and Research Branch

City:

Peterborough

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Temporary annually recurring seasonal assignment for up to 42 weeks per year

Job code:

14024 - Biologist 2B

Salary:

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

Make a lasting impact on Ontario's environment. As a Wildlife Research Biologist, you'll provide leadership that strengthens conservation efforts and supports sustainable wildlife management across the province.

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

• Lead wildlife research projects: Plan, organize, and carry out studies from design through data analysis to support science-based decisions.
• Analyze complex data: Use advanced tools and methods to interpret ecological and disease data and ensure accuracy and quality.
• Coordinate teams and partnerships: Work with researchers, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders to share information and achieve project goals.
• Prepare reports and presentations: Communicate findings through technical reports, scientific publications, and presentations to diverse audiences.
• Conduct field and lab work: Collect samples, operate specialized equipment, and follow safety protocols for wildlife disease testing.

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/or are willing to be vaccinated against the rabies virus.
• You are capable of working in a variety to terrain and adverse weather conditions.

Expertise in wildlife biology, disease ecology and research methods

You possess:

• strong understanding of wildlife biology, ecology, conservation challenges, and disease ecology (including One Health concepts)
• demonstrated ability to design and implement research projects using advanced quantitative methods and wildlife disease sampling techniques

Analytical and data management skills

You possess:

• ability to review, analyze, and interpret large, complex ecological and wildlife disease datasets using advanced software and GIS tools
• competence in ensuring data quality, integrity, and accurate reporting for scientific and management purposes

Communication and collaboration skills:

You possess:

• ability to prepare technical reports, scientific publications, and deliver presentations to diverse audiences, including Indigenous communities and stakeholders.
• effective interpersonal skills to foster collaboration with research teams, partners, and external organizations.

Project management and organizational skills:

You possess:

• proven ability to plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate multiple research projects concurrently, including budgeting and timeline management
• strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities

Field and laboratory expertise:

You possess:

• proficiency in wildlife sampling methods, specimen collection, and safe laboratory practices for diagnostic testing
• knowledge of occupational health and safety standards and ability to follow safe operating procedures in field and lab settings

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:

Monday, January 19, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Position details:

• 1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 42 weeks, 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:

Monday, January 5, 2026

Note:

• E-NR-239542/25

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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