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data analyst Ottawa

Nanometrics Seismological

Full Time Ottawa 73681 - 57040 CAD ANNUAL Today

Job description

Working Title:

Data Analyst

Reports to:

Science and Development Team Lead, Data Services

Based in:

Ottawa, ON

Term:

Limited Term

About Us

Despite everything we know, the earth still has its mysteries. Beneath the surface, it is ever-changing and there is still much to understand. At Nanometrics, we develop industry leading instrumentation and services used to measure and record the very precise movements of the earth. Our innovative products and services are deployed in the most remote locations on the earth - from the bottom of the ocean to the peak of the Matterhorn - to study man-made and natural seismicity. As a member of the Nanometrics team, you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with all areas of the business to expand the boundaries of seismic research and explore the unknown/discover the inner workings of our planet.

About You

You have exceptional communications skills and are goal oriented with a focus on results for the customer. You pride yourself on being a team player with a high level of ethics and integrity. You always have a keen attention to detail. You want to branch into the Oil & Gas or related industry and are looking to gain experience with real-time local or regional seismic network data acquisition, management and analysis.

The Team

We are a Data Analysis Team working collaboratively with the Science, Operations and Sales teams. We are a high functioning team of passionate analysts that provide 24/7 state-of-the-art monitoring solutions to customers around the globe - striving to make our clients’ lives better.

The Role

Daily review of automatically-detected seismic events for real-time seismic monitoring systems
Manually review and process large datasets from temporary seismic network deployments
Configure analysis tools with appropriate parameters for effective manual review
Perform quality control (QC) of event catalog to point out anomalies and insights
Generate reports on seismic activity and deliver to customers
Perform seismic station noise analysis and review
Answer customer client inquiries and requests
Updating customer portals with GIS map layers
Provide feedback on Nanometrics data analysis tools and processes to drive bug fixes, design changes and usability improvements
Archive and organize seismic catalogs

What You Bring

Post-secondary degree in sciences or equivalent required
Strong computer skills
Experience with large data sets is required
Be able to and willing to support Network Operation Centre’s 24/7 on call service

Assets

GIS knowledge
Seismicity knowledge or experience
Geophysics knowledge or experience
Prior experience with geophysical data acquisition, management and analysis
Prior experience with programming and/or scripting languages

Why You’ll Love Us

You will be joining an amazing team of energetic and dedicated professionals in a dynamic, collaborative and progressive atmosphere
Competitive total compensation package including Benefits, RRSP, and Bonus opportunities
The chance to make positive and impactful contributions in your work
Nanometrics supports and encourages learning opportunities and provides access to LinkedIn Learning and several other Professional Development opportunities

Nanometrics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.