Company Description
- An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees;
- Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits;
- Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
- Very progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.
Job Description Position Overview Responsibilities
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Material Analysis
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Utilize chromatography, spectroscopy, microscopy, and physical and chemical separation techniques to analyze the properties of new materials.
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Working with material posing optical and magnetic properties for security documents
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Determine the applicability and effects of new materials on final product quality
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Problem Solving
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Troubleshoot existing problems with current products, process, materials and formulations (inks and adhesives).
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Improve existing test procedures and research, develop, and implement new test methodologies.
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Innovation and Development
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Participate in multi-disciplinary teams (R\&D, Marketing, Design, Manufacturing) to drive the CBN innovation agenda.
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Develop new security features and devices.
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Contribute to and lead small R\&D projects in accordance with our innovation process.
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Scientific and Technological Awareness
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Maintain a high level of awareness regarding scientific and technological advances related to secure document production.
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Provide input in the development process of new ideas and concepts that lead to solutions to customer problems.
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Manufacturing Quality Control
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Build an understanding of the secure document manufacturing process.
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Develop technology and procedures that will improve manufacturing quality control.
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Compliance and Standards
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Stay current with and work in accordance with ISO standards (18,001 - 14,001 - 9,001), good laboratory practices (GLP), and the mandates associated with working in a secure environment.
Qualifications Education \& Knowledge
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Ph.D. or Master's degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Biotechnology).
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Knowledge of the following is an asset:
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Digital printing (inkjet, toner, digital press and thermal transfer)
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Traditional printing (screen, lithography, intaglio, flexo)
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Strong foundation in scientific research principles and experimental design.
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Familiarity with prototyping, laboratory techniques, and emerging technologies.
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Understanding of intellectual property, patents, and regulatory considerations.
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Experience with data analysis, machine learning, or computational modeling is an asset.
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Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
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Excellent problem-solving and creativity in research approaches.
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Ability to communicate complex findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
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Strong project management and organizational skills.
Experience
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3-7 years of experience in research and development within industry or academia.
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Experience in publishing research findings, patenting innovations, or product development.
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Lab Equipment \& Prototyping: Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), FTIR, drop analyzer (surface energy measurement), and visible \& fluorescent spectrometer
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Programming \& Simulation Tools: Python, MATLAB is an asset
Mandatory Requirements
- Language: Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Travel: Ability to travel domestically/internationally (passport required) approx. 1-2 weeks/year
- Security clearance: Ability to obtain (in a timely manner) and maintain Government of Canada Secret (Level II) clearance
Additional Information
Canadian Bank Note Company
