Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.

Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.

At CBN we seek long-term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:

• 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.

Internal Job Title: R&D Scientist

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Job Location: Ottawa, On

Work Model: On-site

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated R&D Scientist to join our innovative team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in analyzing new materials, troubleshooting existing formulations, and driving the development of advanced security features and devices. This position requires a strong background in chromatography, spectroscopy, microscopy, and physical and chemical separation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Material Analysis
  • Utilize chromatography, spectroscopy, microscopy, and physical and chemical separation techniques to analyze the properties of new materials.
  • Working with material posing optical and magnetic properties for security documents
  • Determine the applicability and effects of new materials on final product quality
• Problem Solving
  • Troubleshoot existing problems with current products, process, materials and formulations (inks and adhesives).
  • Improve existing test procedures and research, develop, and implement new test methodologies.
• Innovation and Development
  • Participate in multi-disciplinary teams (R&D, Marketing, Design, Manufacturing) to drive the CBN innovation agenda.
  • Develop new security features and devices.
  • Contribute to and lead small R&D projects in accordance with our innovation process.
• Scientific and Technological Awareness
  • Maintain a high level of awareness regarding scientific and technological advances related to secure document production.
  • Provide input in the development process of new ideas and concepts that lead to solutions to customer problems.
• Manufacturing Quality Control
  • Build an understanding of the secure document manufacturing process.
  • Develop technology and procedures that will improve manufacturing quality control.
• Compliance and Standards
  • 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.

Education & Knowledge

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Biotechnology).
• Knowledge of the following is an asset:
  • Digital printing (inkjet, toner, digital press and thermal transfer)
  • Traditional printing (screen, lithography, intaglio, flexo)

Technical Concepts & Methodologies

• Strong foundation in scientific research principles and experimental design.

• Familiarity with prototyping, laboratory techniques, and emerging technologies.

• Understanding of intellectual property, patents, and regulatory considerations.
• Experience with data analysis, machine learning, or computational modeling is an asset.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and creativity in research approaches.
• Ability to communicate complex findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Experience

• 3-7 years of experience in research and development within industry or academia.
• Experience in publishing research findings, patenting innovations, or product development.

Technical Environment

• Lab Equipment & Prototyping: Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), FTIR, drop analyzer (surface energy measurement), and visible & fluorescent spectrometer
• 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

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive, barrier free selection process, we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position, you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.

At CBN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.