Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

• The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Montréal

Organizational Unit: Human Health Therapeutics

Classification: RCO

Tenure: Term

Duration: 2 years

Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework).

At the NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below.

The role

We are looking for a Technology Transfer Specialist to support our Human Health Therapeutics Research Centre. The Technology Transfer Specialist would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

Under the supervision of the Manufacturing Science & Technology Manager, the Technology Transfer Specialist is responsible for overseeing and executing the transfer of production processes for cell banks, recombinant proteins, monoclonal antibodies, and viral vector drug substances (including AAV, Adeno, Lenti, and Retro viruses) from internal Bioprocessing departments or external clients to the CTMF GMP production facility for clinical manufacturing.

Acting as a key liaison between sending and receiving sites, the Technology Transfer Specialist ensures effective communication, coordination, and alignment at both technical and organizational levels. The role also includes reviewing and contributing to the preparation of Master Batch Records to ensure technical accuracy, compliance with GMP standards, and alignment with transferred processes.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in enabling the seamless technology transfer and successful execution of GMP manufacturing processes supporting monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, and viral vector-based therapeutics.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Bachelor Degree in Science (Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry) or Engineering.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Experience with process scale-up and technology transfer from laboratory to pilot (R&D) and GMP clinical production scales.
• Experience in DSP techniques such as harvest clarification, chromatography, filtration, and formulation for drug substance manufacturing.
• Experience in USP techniques such as MCB manufacturing, cell or viral vector expression in batching or fed-batch process technology.
• Experience in ICH Q9 and Q10 principles to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks during the technology transfer.
• Experience in evaluating CTMF operability and compatibility to the transferred biologics process and increase potency.
• Experience in evaluating the associated costs for GMP batch production, including:
  • Operations costs (e.g., personnel time for production, QA, QC, and MS&T oversight).
  • Facility utilization costs (e.g., clean room occupancy, equipment usage, and maintenance).
  • Consumables and raw materials (e.g., media, filters, single-use assemblies, chromatography resins).

Condition of employment

Secret Clearance

A thorough security clearance process will be applied.

For a Secret Clearance, verification of background information over a period of 10 years is required. Individuals must have lived in Canada for a sufficient period of time to enable the security screening process.

Language requirements

Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

• Ability to coordinate technology plan between R & D team members with CTMF GMP team members.
• Ability to dictate manufacturing process and capability to external clients.
• Ability to respond to regulatory auditors in regards to technology transfer procedures.

Behavioural competencies

• Management services - Communication (Level 3)
• Management services - Networking (Level 2)
• Management services - Results orientation (Level 3)
• Management services - Teamwork (Level 3)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Management Services

Compensation

This position is classified as a Research Council Officer (RCO), a group that is unique to the NRC. Candidates are remunerated based on their expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. The salary scale for this group is vast, from $64,739 to $183,010 per annum, which permits for employees of all levels from new graduates to world renowned experts to be fairly compensated for their contributions.

NOTE: Please note that the full RO/RCO salary scale has five levels. Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate’s expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. As such, the initial salary could be within another level of the RO/RCO salary scale (i.e. above or below the intended level for this position).

In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2025 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (25264) to:

E-mail: NRC.NRCHiring-EmbaucheCNRC.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

Closing Date: 29 May 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time