Summary
The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is inviting applications for its Postdoctoral Research Internship Program, offering promising scientists the opportunity to work with world-class research facilities and multidisciplinary teams of researchers and technical experts.
Selected postdoctoral researchers will become part of the NRC staff for a 2-year appointment and will contribute to research projects addressing critical scientific and technological priorities for Canada.
The program offers opportunities across areas including quantum imaging, battery systems, artificial intelligence, advanced materials, aerospace, biotechnology, infectious diseases, microfluidics, composite structures, microbial engineering, and autonomous systems.
Successful candidates may begin their appointments at any time between March and December 2027.
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Intern / Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Areas
Available projects cover a broad range of research areas, including:
- Quantum-enhanced Raman microscopy
- Battery management and electrified transportation
- Large language models and artificial intelligence
- Inorganic and organometallic polymers
- Detonation propulsion and aerospace systems
- Algal toxins and molecular diagnostics
- Low-carbon construction materials
- Vaccines and infectious diseases
- Microfluidics and precision diagnostics
- Composite structures and computational simulation
- Microbial engineering and biofuel production
- Reinforcement learning and computer vision
Available Postdoctoral Positions
| Req. No. | Postdoctoral Position | Research Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 26321 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Quantum-Enhanced Nonlinear Raman Microscopy | Quantum-optimized Raman imaging platform for ultratrace chemical detection |
| 26200 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Next-Generation Intelligent Battery Management System | Next-generation battery management for electrified transportation and energy storage |
| 26282 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Uncertainty Quantification in Large Language Models | Uncertainty quantification and calibration of large language models |
| 26286 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Inorganic/Organometallic Polymer Synthesis for Advanced Ceramics | High-performance printable polymers for extreme refractory materials |
| 26214 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Detonation Propulsion System for Attritable Drone Swarms | Tesla-valve air intake for efficient, low-cost detonation propulsion |
| 26292 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Molecular Tools for Harmful Algal Blooms and Toxins | Digital immuno-PCR for monitoring algal biotoxins |
| 26201 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Materials for Low-Carbon Concrete | Recycled glass as supplementary cementitious material for high-performance, low-carbon concrete |
| 26293 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Infectious Diseases Team | Development of a VSV-vectored vaccine against Eastern equine encephalitis virus |
| 26267 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Centrifugal Microfluidic Immune Monitoring | Integration and automation of centrifugal microfluidic workflows for remote precision diagnostics |
| 26215 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Virtual Testing of Composite Structures | Simulation-based certification of aircraft-cell composite structures using physics-guided mesh graph networks |
| 26216 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Microbial Community Engineering | Engineering robust synthetic microbial consortia for efficient ethanol production from syngas |
| 24482 | Postdoctoral Research Intern – Reinforcement Learning and Vision | Learning driver-attention strategies in adverse weather using graph-based inverse reinforcement learning |
Location
National Research Council Canada (NRC), Canada
Specific location and research facility may vary depending on the selected project.
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Have obtained a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree within the past 3 years, with the degree awarded on or after July 1, 2024; OR
- Expect to obtain their PhD within 6 months of appointment to the Postdoctoral Research Internship Program.
Exceptions may be considered for career interruptions due to personal or family circumstances.
Preference will be given to candidates who hold Canadian citizenship or Canadian permanent resident status.
Candidates should also demonstrate research experience and expertise relevant to the specific project for which they apply.
Job Description
Selected postdoctoral researchers will:
- Conduct innovative research within their selected NRC research project.
- Work alongside multidisciplinary teams of researchers, engineers, scientists and technical specialists.
- Utilize world-class research facilities, laboratories and scientific infrastructure.
- Develop and apply advanced scientific and technical methodologies.
- Contribute to research projects of strategic importance to Canada.
- Analyze experimental, computational or theoretical results.
- Publish and communicate research findings through appropriate scientific channels.
- Collaborate with researchers and technical personnel across disciplines.
- Contribute to the development of innovative technologies, materials, systems and scientific solutions.
- Develop their research expertise and professional career within the NRC environment.
The NRC also provides postdoctoral researchers with resources and opportunities supporting career development, salary progression and professional growth. A travel fund is available to help postdoctoral researchers carry out their work.
Salary and Benefits
Salary will be determined following a detailed assessment of the selected candidate’s:
- Research experience
- Achievements
- Skills
- Contributions
- Demonstrated impact and expertise
The starting salary for new postdoctoral interns generally corresponds to the first step of the ARAd level, subject to the applicable NRC salary scale and assessment.
The NRC also supports opportunities for salary increases and career advancement within the organization.
A postdoctoral travel fund is also available to support research-related activities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should review the individual project descriptions and application requirements on the NRC Canada employment portal.
Applicants should select the postdoctoral research project that best matches their qualifications and research expertise and submit their application through the official NRC recruitment portal.
Official Application Portal:
https://recruitment-recrutement.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/go/Tous-les-emplois/2320817/
Last Date for Apply
January 7, 2027, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET)
Expected Start Date
Successful candidates may begin their appointment between March and December 2027.
Duration
2 years
Organization
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
The NRC provides promising researchers with access to advanced facilities, multidisciplinary research teams and opportunities to contribute to high-impact research addressing Canada’s scientific and technological priorities.
