POSITION: Applied Research Scientist
POSITION TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: New Westminster BC (preferred), Calgary AB, or Edmonton AB
COMPENSATION: $80,000-$110,000 per year, based on experience
ABOUT SYLVIS
SYLVIS is an established residuals management firm committed to providing industry-leading environmental consulting and operational services to a wide range of clients in both the private and public sectors. We are a group of highly experienced professionals working across a variety of technical disciplines pioneering innovative solutions to beneficially use residuals. We have been Making Waste History for more than 35 years. SYLVIS is looking to expand its reach by growing across North America and is looking for employees that approach life with a desire to always learn, evolve, and grow.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Applied Research Scientist will work directly with the President of SYLVIS to plan, execute, and grow SYLVIS’s internal applied research program that is foundational to the SYLVIS mission to Make Waste History. SYLVIS projects realize the value of residuals (e.g. biosolids, wood ash, compost, pulp and paper residuals, landfill leachate, etc.) by introducing them back into the environment for ecological and societal benefit. As a self-starter, you will design and execute research that determines if and how best residuals can be used, supporting business growth objectives and keeping SYLVIS at the forefront of pioneering beneficial residuals management.
You will be involved in all aspects of research from big picture vision development to hands on field sampling.
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
• Identify key research questions to be addressed with input from qualified
professionals, project managers, clients, landowners, and the business development
team
• Lead the development of robust experimental designs, data collection, statistical
analyses, and reporting functions of the research program
• Implement and integrate applied research experiments within operational projects
• Lead stand alone research projects for clients
• Provide subject matter expertise in soil science, nutrient management, and the value
of residuals in SYLVIS’s projects
• Work with the marketing, business development, and project teams to leverage
research results into value proposition for clients and the environment
• Establish new research partnerships and relationships with external agencies; support
and grow existing relationships and partnerships
• Identifying sources of funding for research and development
• Complete documentation and submissions for the Scientific Research and
Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Incentive Program
QUALIFICATIONS
• Graduate degree (MSc or PhD) in an environmental discipline related to forestry,
agriculture, plant science, soil science, biology, or a similar field with a minimum of five
years of experience
• Valid Canadian driver’s license
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Soil science and plant nutrition expertise
• Field sample collection and analyses (soil, water, residuals, vegetation)
• Conducting literature reviews
• Clear communication of scientific information, targeted for the audience
• Development of hypotheses, experimental design, data management, statistical
analyses, reporting, and publications
• Demonstrated ability to write proposals and develop project and program budgets
• Experience working with residuals (e.g. biosolids, wood ash, compost, pulp and paper
residuals, landfill leachate, etc.) is considered an asset
As a professional you will bring the following qualities to the position:
• A can-do attitude and superior attention to detail and quality,
• Exceptional organization and communication skills,
• A willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions,
• Ability to travel to sites throughout Western Canada
BENEFITS
SYLVIS is committed to offering best-in-class benefits for its employees and is highly focused on employee satisfaction and retention. Following successful completion of probationary period, benefits available to permanent employees include:
• Annual profit-share program
• Laptop, cell phone and monthly plan
• Life insurance and extended health benefits, including a healthcare spending account
of $1,000 per dependent
• Lifestyle spending account – $400 per year to support active living and sustainable
behaviours (e.g. fitness memberships, public transit passes, exercise gear)
• Field gear allowance up to $475 per year
• Professional dues reimbursement for a relevant professional designation
• Professional development support and training opportunities
• Three weeks paid annual leave to start
• 13 paid statutory holidays
• Flexibility to work from home one day per week
• A fun and supportive work environment including all-staff meetings, social activities,
and celebrating personal and professional accomplishments
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a resume and cover letter via our website at www.sylvis.com/our-company/careers.
Two examples of your research work (report, presentation, paper) will be requested from candidates who are contacted.
We are looking to fill this position as soon as a qualified candidate is found. Applications will bereviewed starting June 17, 2024. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
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POSITION: Agrologist
POSITION TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: New Westminster BC
COMPENSATION: $80,000-$110,000 per year, based on experience
ABOUT SYLVIS
SYLVIS is an established residuals management firm committed to providing industry-leading environmental consulting and operational services to a wide range of clients in both the private and public sectors. We are a group of highly experienced professionals working across a variety of technical disciplines pioneering innovative solutions to beneficially use residuals. We have been Making Waste History for more than 35 years. SYLVIS is looking to expand its reach by growing across North America and is looking for employees that approach life with a desire to always learn, evolve, and grow.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Agrologist position is an opportunity to join a growing team of professionals passionate about the SYLVIS mission to Make Waste History through sustainable residuals management. As a proven and experienced agrologist, this role will be responsible to manage large client-based projects, operationally implementing the beneficial use of biosolids and/or other residuals (wood ash, compost, pulp and paper residuals, landfill leachate, etc.). They will be empowered to lead their project teams with a high level of autonomy to deliver exceptional results on time and on budget. This role will support the business development team through proposal writing and engagement with our clients and potential land partners. It may require you to attend meetings with agricultural producers and participate in trade shows and conferences.
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
• Use your interpersonal skills to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment both
internally and externally. You will develop and maintain key relationships with clients,
landowners, and interested parties.
• Network and liaise with potential customers, stakeholders, and industry associations
(agriculture, forestry and mining).
• Use exceptional communication skills to deliver high quality presentations and conduct
tours for our clients and the public.
• Use project management skills to deliver large-scale operational residuals
management projects on-time and on-budget.
• Use technical knowledge of residuals, agronomy, soil science, and plant science to
ensure projects are regulatory compliant and executed according to best practices.
• Use your experience at operational sites to mentor junior employees and prioritize a
culture of safety.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Degree in a relevant environmental science-based discipline (e.g. agronomy, plant
science, soil science, environmental management, environmental engineering)
• Professional Agrologist designation
• Valid Canadian driver’s license
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of five years of experience in a relevant role
• Minimum of two years experience signing as a qualified professional in agriculture,
forestry, or reclamation
• In depth knowledge of environmental regulations enabling fertilizers and residuals land
application in British Columbia
• Excellent professional writing and oral communication skills
• A can-do attitude and superior attention to detail and quality
• Ability to travel to operational sites throughout British Columbia
• An established network with agricultural producers or associations in British Columbia
is considered an asset
BENEFITS
SYLVIS is committed to offering best-in-class benefits for its employees and is highly focused on employee satisfaction and retention. Should the successful candidate transition to full-time work, benefits available to permanent employees include:
• Annual profit-share program
• Laptop, cell phone and monthly plan
• Life insurance and extended health benefits, including a healthcare spending account
of $1,000 per dependent
• Lifestyle spending account – $400 per year to support active living and sustainable
behaviours (e.g. fitness memberships, public transit passes, exercise gear)
• Field gear allowance up to $475 per year
• Professional dues reimbursement for a relevant professional designation
• Professional development support and training opportunities
• Three weeks paid annual leave to start
• 13 paid statutory holidays
• Flexibility to work from home one day per week
• A fun and supportive work environment including all-staff meetings, social activities,
and celebrating personal and professional accomplishments
TO APPLY
Submit a resume and cover letter highlighting your key qualifications and interest in residuals management via our website at www.sylvis.com/our-company/careers.
We are looking to fill this position as soon as a suitable candidate is found. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted
