Project Engineer - Closes August 3

President and CEO

Roy Hyndman Ocean Observing Award for Graduate Students

ONC ArtScience Program 

Youth Science Ambassador Program

Researcher-in-Residence Program

Call for Expressions of Interest

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Jobs & Opportunities

About ONC

**Posting Close Date** 3 August 2025 at 4 p.m. 
**FTE** 1 
**Salary Grade** $83,094.00 - $108,088.00 
**Additional Posting Information** N/A 
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable. 
**Classification** SG13 
**Employee Group:** PEA - Regular 
**# of Hires Needed** 1 
**Category** Engineering 

[Download the full job description](https://cdn.onc-prod.intergalactic.space/993783_2_ONCS_2019_FOR_JD_Project_Engineer_SG_13_3ff1d9e240.pdf)

[Apply to this job](https://uvic.mua.hrdepartment.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/12308)

**Ocean Networks Canada** 
**President and CEO** 
**Location: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada**

Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) is a world-leading, not-for-profit organization that supports ocean discovery and technological innovation. Currently funded as part of the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s Major Science Initiative Fund, ONC was recently designated as one of six Major Research Facilities in Canada, a recognition of ONC’s stature and national importance.

Operating on behalf of the University of Victoria (UVic), ONC tackles critical societal issues and fosters collaboration between Canadian and international research by managing advanced cabled observatories that provide continuous power and network connectivity to scientific instruments in coastal, deep-ocean and Arctic environments. With an asset value exceeding $400M and an annual budget of $30M, ONC supports critical scientific and policy issues such as subsea earthquakes, tsunamis, ocean acidification and marine biodiversity. The organization employs approximately 180 staff across multiple locations and is led by a President and CEO, supported by an executive team overseeing research development, operations and community engagement with related science and technology sectors.

Reporting to the ONC Board of Directors, the President and CEO provides the vision, strategic direction and leadership to achieve ONC’s scientific and societal goals. Responsible for ensuring quality service, safe operations and the successful implementation of ONC’s strategic plan, the President and CEO mitigates risks while positioning ONC as a global leader in ocean research. Key responsibilities include maintaining and evolving ONC’s world-class scientific capabilities, advancing ocean based climate solutions, managing relationships with funders, government officials, and continuing to grow and foster strong linkages with the University of Victoria, as well as relevant researchers and partners worldwide.

The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with exceptional leadership and management skills, capable of positioning ONC as a global leader in ocean research. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the socioeconomic value of research and the ability to build strategic partnerships to achieve organizational goals. The candidate likely holds a postgraduate degree in science, engineering, applied science or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. With over 20 years of progressive industry experience, including at least five years at the senior executive level, ONC’s next President and CEO will ideally have a proven track record gained in sectors like research, government, not-for-profit or related corporate environments, as well as expertise in managing multi-source funding.

Based in exceptionally beautiful Victoria, British Columbia on Vancouver Island, this is truly an incredible opportunity to join a leading-edge scientific organization and team committed to making a difference in ocean discovery and technology, and therefore our
very world.

For more information on this exceptional opportunity, please contact Khaleeda Jamal or Kathryn Young at Boyden at 604-685-0261. To apply for this position, please click [Apply](https://www.boyden.com/canada/opportunities/president-and-chief-executive-officer-49243299/).

[Download the job listing](https://cdn.onc-prod.intergalactic.space/FINAL_Ad_Copy_ONC_CEO_REV_fff9069275.pdf)

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact adminhrfacilities@uvic.ca



## Opportunities at ONC

ONC offers a range of programs and residencies throughout the year. 



**APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED** 

Stay tuned for future calls for applications. To learn more about the Roy Hyndman Ocean Observing Award for Graduate Students, [visit here](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/science/science-collaboration-and-student-support/).

**2025 ONC ArtScience Fellowship** 
**Application period is now closed.** 

UVic’s [Faculty of Fine Arts](https://www.uvic.ca/finearts/) and Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) are calling for graduate student applications for the 2025 ONC ArtsScience Fellowship program that aims to strengthen and explore connections between art and ocean science. Co-led and sponsored by Fine Arts and ONC, the ArtScience program receives additional financial support from UVic’s [Faculty of Science](https://www.uvic.ca/science/index.php) to a maximum of $14,000.

The ONC ArtScience Fellowship program broadens and cross-fertilizes perspectives and critical discourse on major issues including the environment, technology, oceans, culture, climate, biodiversity, and healthy communities. This program is open to all current graduate students who have completed most of their Faculty of Fine Arts course requirements, with practice in any visual, written, musical or performance media. Meet our 2024 artist-in-residence [Megan Harton](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/news-and-stories/stories/meet-onc-artist-in-residence-for-2024-megan-harton/) and previous residency holders [Colton Hash](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/news-and-stories/stories/experience-ocean-data-through-interactive-art/), [Dennis Gupa](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/news-and-stories/stories/using-theatre-and-traditional-ways-of-knowing-to-address-climate-action/), [Colin Malloy](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/news-and-stories/stories/ocean-music-from-deep-sea-data/), and [Neil Griffin](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/news-and-stories/stories/the-science-and-mystery-of-a-deep-sea-whale-fall/).

The ONC Youth Science Ambassador Program engages and inspires the next generation of ocean scientists, marine resource managers, and environmental stewards by exploring connections between their local marine environment, the global ocean and world-leading ocean science.

The program is facilitated by local Indigenous youth from communities along coastal British Columbia and in the Canadian Arctic. Hands-on learning activities and research projects are co-developed with local community educators and knowledge holders, with a focus on place-based Indigenous Knowledge held within local territories. 

[Learn more about the YSA program.](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/get-involved/communities/youth-science-ambassador)



**APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN**

Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) invites researchers from the global community to apply for residencies of one to 12 months at our Queenswood and Marine Technology Centre locations in Victoria, British Columbia. The Researcher-in-Residence Program aims to foster closer connections between ONC and the research community, and interdisciplinary initiatives.

Applications are welcome at any time from individuals in any discipline, including the social sciences, to address basic and applied research questions. Selections will be based on research excellence, interdisciplinarity, and relevance of proposed research to ONC research priorities, as outlined in the [ONC 2030 Strategic Plan](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/about-onc/strategic-plan). Submissions will be reviewed by [ONC science staff](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/science/science-team) and members of ONC’s [Ocean Observatory Council](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/about-onc/boards-and-council/ocean-observatory-council), their recommendations will be submitted to the ONC Executive for final approval.

**SELECTION CRITERIA**

**Research Excellence**

- Recognized standing and contribution of the applicant in their field of research, as assessed by scholarly contributions and major recognitions.
- Demonstrated capacity to shape the direction of research.

**Interdisciplinary Perspective**

- Importance of the applicant’s work beyond domain-specific impact, as judged by the breadth of their scholarship across multiple disciplines.
- Track record of engagement across disciplines and sectors beyond academia.

**Quality and Relevance of Proposed Research**
- Quality of proposed research and other activities while in residence at ONC.
 - Alignment with ONC research priorities and use of ONC infrastructure and/or data.

**TERMS**

Residencies are full-time for a minimum of one month and a maximum of 12 months. ONC will provide an equipped workstation as a primary work space and staff support in areas such as data access and processing. There will be an opportunity to interact and work with faculty at the University of Victoria. A fixed monthly allowance of CAD $2,500 to cover lodging and living expenses in the Victoria area is provided to successful applicants, but is not available to residents of Southern Vancouver Island. Reimbursements for travel to and from ONC will not be covered. We anticipate that the successful applicants will receive a letter of invitation within three months of the reception of their application. The residency may be affected by possible future pandemic restrictions. 

**APPLICATION**

[Apply here (Survey Monkey)](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XYDLMVS) with the following:

- Your proposed dates (minimum of one month, maximum of twelve).
- A Curriculum vitae (maximum five pages).
- A statement of interest and a description of proposed research activities. Clarification of how they align with the interdisciplinary perspective and research excellence selection criteria outlined above is expected
- A description of how you propose to engage with ONC staff and the broader ONC research community.
- A proposed title/subject area for a guest lecture and/or other public event.
- A confirmation of your institution’s support for the residency.

For inquiries, please email to ue-officer@oceannetworks.ca.


Ocean Networks Canada continually seeks input from the research community to leverage and formulate new and bold ocean observing programs to address important science and societal issues. We are also keen to grow and add new groups to our research community. We encourage researchers and groups to prepare and submit an Expression of Interest for observatory science to the ONC Science Team. These ideas and interests guide how we build our science program, and how to optimally allocate observatory resources to achieve maximal societal impact. Interested groups should review our [Strategic Plan](https://www.oceannetworks.ca/about-onc/strategic-plan/) to align their research interests with our long-term goals. We may occasionally draw from our pool of Expressions of Interest to prepare more formal proposals to fulfill the science objectives of our user community.

**Who Should Respond?** 
Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are invited from all individuals or groups of researchers who wish to enhance existing data services, continue observatory research programs, or undertake new time-series studies and duration limited experiments using ONC’s ocean observing infrastructure or cyber-infrastructure.

**To Submit an Expression of Interest** 
[Fill out this fillable form.](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ONCExpressionsOfInterest)

**Learn More** 
Background materials and resources, including contact links, are available on the [ONC Science Strategy Planning Wiki](https://wiki.oceannetworks.ca/display/SP/ONC+Science+Strategy+Planning).

ONC supports student and postdoc presentations at national and international symposia related to research using ONC data. Depending on demand, awards of up to $1000 are available. Funds are routinely allocated for several major conferences including CMOS, Fall AGU, and Ocean Sciences Meeting, although all major symposia are eligible. Students planning to present a paper where ONC contributed directly to research outcomes are encouraged to apply for consideration of an award.

Students should apply by submitting a one-page proposal to ue-officer@oceannetworks.ca. Please include conference details, a presentation abstract, and a summary of the ONC data contributing to the research. There is no deadline for award applications, but proposals must be received prior to the event.


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