Position Details
Position Information
| Position Title | Manager, HW Water and Wastewater Operations Research |
|---|---|
| Department/Unit | Civil & Resource Engineering |
| Research Project | NSERC Alliance Partnership |
| Location | Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada |
| Posting Number | GP53-25 |
| Employee Group | Grant-Paid |
| Position Type | Term |
| Duration of Contract (if applicable) | 1 Year |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Full-time Equivalency (FTE) | 1.0 |
| Salary | $59,555 – $79,673 per annum (for 35 hours/ week) |
| About the Organization | The objective of the Centre for Water Resources Studies (CWRS) is to apply the research resources of Dalhousie University in a manner that will address real problems in water resources that exist or are anticipated in Nova Scotia, the Atlantic region and beyond. |
| Job Summary | Reporting to principal investigator, the Manager, HW Water and Wastewater Operations Research, will support water and wastewater treatment-focused research projects with Halifax Water as part of an NSERC Alliance Partnership.The purpose of this role is to strengthen research collaboration with Halifax Water to ensure that individual projects advance to meet the overarching program goals of our NSERC Alliance Partnership. |
| Key Responsibilities | Collaborate with program researchers, industry partner staff and graduate students to define individual project scopes, objectives, methods/experimental designs, deliverables, schedules, and roles in pursuit of the overarching research program goals. Oversee the development and testing of novel water and wastewater treatment processes, ensuring project timelines are met. Prepare plans for project resource allocation and budget forecasting. Analyze research data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can inform decision-making and improve treatment processes. Prepare and present research findings in internal and external meetings, in reports and at conferences. Supervise research staff and provide guidance and mentorship to graduate and undergraduate students. |
| Note | The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus, external sites and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines. |
| Required Qualifications | Master’s degree in environmental engineering or closely related engineering discipline with minimum of 3 years of experience in the management of water and wastewater treatment research projects at the bench-scale, pilot-scale and full-scale. Extensive knowledge of water and wastewater treatment technologies and processes. Excellent data organization, management and visualization skills with experience managing large datasets across multiple projects and goals. Experience with written and verbal reporting and presentation materials for a variety of audiences and purposes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong research and analytical skills and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team. |
| Assets | |
| Additional Information | Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program. |
| Application Consideration | We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. |
| Diversity Statement | Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from: Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), Persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Open Date | 07/18/2025 |
| Close Date | 08/01/2025 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | |
| Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19321 |
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
