Fisheries Biologist - Makivvik

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

ABOUT US

Makivvik, the trusted political organization with a rich history of representing the Inuit of Nunavik

since 1978. Through Makivvik and our subsidiaries, Makivvik has created opportunities for Nunavik

Beneficiaries and those who live in Nunavik, today more than 500 Nunavimmiut are employed

within the Makivvik network in our offices and subsidiaries.

Training will be available for Beneficiaries in the advancement for their career.

Inuit Beneficiary hiring will always be a priority at Makivvik.

POSITION

Job Title : Fisheries Biologist

Reports to: The Assistant Director of Nunavik Research Centre in the

Department of Environment, Wildlife and Research.

Location: Kuujjuaq

Status of Employment: Permanent

Salary: According to the Salary Scale

Benefits: All marginal benefits available to employees of Makivvik as

outlined in the Makivvik Human Resources Policy Manual.

Deadline to Apply December 3, 2024

RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Planning, coordinating & implementing fisheries research and monitoring

programs across Nunavik;

•  Planning, coordinating, and participating in field work in remote locations;

•  Support local and regional organizations in developing & implementing fisheries

research and monitoring programs

•  Preparing reports, funding submissions, and research proposals, as required

•  Interpret data, prepare detailed reports, and communicate findings in meetings and

presentations;

•  Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary research environment;

•  to advance research and knowledge on Nunavik fish populations;

•  Collaborate with and provide technical advice to researchers and community members;

•  Supervise technical staff / students, as required;

•  Be available to travel, as requested;

•  Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by

supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Minimum M.Sc.;

•  Two (2) to three (3) years’ experience in a related field;

•  Good communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut,

English and/or French;

•  Proficient computer skills : Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PPT, ArcGIS,

etc.);

•  Field experience working in remote or Northern environments a pre-requisite;

•  Laboratory experience a pre-requisite;

•  Demonstrable report writing capacity and presentations at meetings;

•  Experience working with Indigenous communities an asset;

•  Leadership experience an asset;

•  Excellent analytical, organization, problem-solving, prioritization, and communication

skills.

DISCOVER A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY AND EMBARK ON A

REWARDING CAREER WITH

MAKIVVIK

To apply or to learn more visit us at www.Makivvik.ca/jobs, or send your resume/application to:

HR@makivvik.ca

It is the Corporation’s objective to favor and promote the employment of Inuit beneficiaries of the

JBNQA.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.