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National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada

Agent(e) de recherche (Science et technologie de la sécurité incendie)

Expired
  • Ottawa, ON
  • Hybrid
  • Posted Sep 17, 2026
  • 1 position

$83,985–$116,641 / year

Employment type
Temporary, Full-time
Experience level
Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education
Master’s degree
Apply by
Oct 7, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

This job has expired

This position at National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada is no longer accepting applications. The original posting remains below for reference.

Expired Oct 7, 2026

Original job posting

The researcher will conduct experimental and analytical studies on the fire behavior of innovative construction systems, including wood, modular, and prefabricated structures. They will also develop numerical models, write technical reports, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support building code compliance and innovation.

Job details

The researcher will conduct experimental and analytical studies on the fire behavior of innovative construction systems, including wood, modular, and prefabricated structures. They will also develop numerical models, write technical reports, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support building code compliance and innovation. A PhD in engineering, science, architecture, or a relevant field is preferred, though a master's degree with significant experience may be considered. Candidates must have experience in fire behavior evaluation, experimental design, and research project management.

What you’ll do

The researcher will conduct experimental and analytical studies on the fire behavior of innovative construction systems, including wood, modular, and prefabricated structures. They will also develop numerical models, write technical reports, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support building code compliance and innovation.

Requirements

A PhD in engineering, science, architecture, or a relevant field is preferred, though a master's degree with significant experience may be considered. Candidates must have experience in fire behavior evaluation, experimental design, and research project management.

Benefits

  • Pension plan
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Office closure in December

Listed skills

  • Project management · Preferred
  • Data analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Fire safety engineering
  • Fire behavior analysis
  • Structural engineering
  • Project management
  • Data analysis
  • Technical writing
  • Experimental research
  • Building codes
  • Fire risk assessment
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Numerical modeling
  • Construction materials
  • Acoustics
  • Building envelope performance

Job areas

  • Science & Research
  • Engineering
  • Construction
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Security & Safety

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