Biologist (Junior)

Job Title

Biologist (Junior)

Location

Edmonton Office - Edmonton, AB T5J 5C6 CA (Primary)

Category

Environmental Assessment & Planning, Fish, Wildlife & Ecosystems, Regulatory Authorizations

Job Type

Full-time permanent

About Us

Associated Environmental Consultants is part of the Associated Engineering Group of companies. We provide a wide range of environmental consulting services to a client base that is well diversified between public and private sectors. Our environmental science and management services are well integrated with those of our engineering colleagues, providing opportunities to work with talented people across disciplines and throughout western and northern Canada.

We are an employee-owned, Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business.

Recognizing our excellence and dedication to staff, we have been one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008. We have also been a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 and have EcoAction initiatives across the company.

We know it takes dedicated, talented individuals working together to consistently deliver high-quality work and service to our clients. We achieve this by promoting collaboration, investing in our people, and fostering a culture that engages and inspires our people to be their best, maximize their potential, and think creatively while applying best practices. If you have what it takes, we want you to join us!
 

Job Description

We currently have an opening for a Junior Biologist in our Edmonton office.

You are an entry level scientist motivated to gain valuable experience working in a variety of disciplines and on a wide range of projects. You enjoy fieldwork, learning new skills, and are willing to support data entry, report writing and other office-based tasks. You possess a desire to work in a dynamic team environment on a variety of interesting projects but are also able to take on, and pursue, work independently. 

What you will be doing:

• Serving as a field biologist and contributing technical expertise to a variety of projects including environmental field surveys, reclamation, and environmental monitoring.
• Preparing high quality scientific and technical reports, including permits and regulatory documents.
• Supporting permitting and approval processes.
• Managing time and budget for assigned tasks.
• Contributing to business development, proposal writing, and fostering client relationships.
   

Job Requirements

What you will bring:

• Undergraduate degree (B.Sc.) in a relevant pure or applied science.
• Preference will be given to individuals eligible to obtain their professional designation (P.Ag., P.Biol.) within three to five years.
• Willingness to work in the field in remote locations.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Strong time management and organizational ability.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to follow direction and take initiative.
• Ability to think strategically.
• Ability to convert plans into action and effectively manage time and deliver on commitments.

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including extended health, dental coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program, childcare benefit, matching company pension program and a parental leave top-up program.
• Culture that promotes sustainability, accessibility, respect, diversity, and inclusion
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth, including mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
• Work environment that focuses on your health, safety, and overall wellness, fitness allowance, and local wellness activities.
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events (including our biennial company-wide Olympics), lunch-and-learns, and community support initiatives.
   

Education

Bachelor's Degree

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.