NOC 41400: Natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants and program officers
Natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants and program officers conduct research, prepare reports, provide consultation and advice and administer programs in a variety of areas related to the natural and applied sciences. They are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments, computer and office furniture manufacturers, educational institutions, research organizations, consulting firms, environmental and conservation organizations, or they may be self-employed.
Official Main Duties for NOC 41400
Select the duties you perform in your actual job. Under IRCC guidelines, you must perform at least 60% of these duties for a successful work permit or PR reference letter.
Your employer reference letter must confirm you performed the main actions described in the duties above. Avoid copying words directly from the NOC description — officers expect natural job descriptions with specific company context.
Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 41400
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants and program officers is categorized under TEER 1. Occupations in this tier typically require a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate) or substantial managerial tenure.
Express Entry Alignment
Qualifies directly for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part-time) and continuous for at least one year.
Target Category Status
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 41400.
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $28.57 | $43.27/hr | $65.38 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $33.5/hr | $39.9/hr | $58.46/hr |
| Prince Edward Island → | $32.31/hr | $36.6/hr | $51.52/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $21.38/hr | $40/hr | $59.49/hr |
| New Brunswick → | $22.5/hr | $40/hr | $67.69/hr |
| Quebec → | $28/hr | $47.19/hr | $68.68/hr |
| Ontario → | $31/hr | $43.59/hr | $67.31/hr |
| Manitoba → | $20.52/hr | $37.14/hr | $64.1/hr |
| Saskatchewan → | $24/hr | $41.03/hr | $67.31/hr |
| Alberta → | $28.6/hr | $44.2/hr | $65/hr |
| British Columbia → | $30/hr | $39.49/hr | $55/hr |
| Yukon → | $30/hr | $41/hr | $53.33/hr |
| Northwest Territories → | $44/hr | $56.25/hr | $63.59/hr |
| Nunavut → | $45.01/hr | $62.77/hr | $77.76/hr |
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- A bachelor's degree or college diploma in a related scientific or technical discipline is usually required for occupations in this unit group.
- A master's degree in a related scientific discipline may be required.
- Certification through the Canadian College of Certified Professional Ergonomists is required to use the title "Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist (CCPE)". Membership with the Association of Canadian Ergonomists may be required.
- Occupational hygienists may require certification by the Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists.
- Patent agents require 12 months of work experience in the patent field and successful completion of examinations set by the Commissioner of Patents. They may also be required to be listed in the register of patent agents.
- Occupations in this group that are involved in green building design and technologies development may require the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification offered by the Canadian Green Building Council.
Official Job Titles for NOC 41400
71 Titles ListedIf your current job title matches any of these official examples, this NOC code is likely the right choice for your Express Entry reference letter:
Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
Check this list to make sure your actual job is not classified under one of these related codes:
- Architecture and science managers (See 20011 Architecture and science managers)View NOC 20011→
- Chemical engineers (See 21320 Chemical engineers)View NOC 21320→
- Civil and mechanical engineers (See 2130 Civil and mechanical engineers)
- Electrical and electronics engineers (See 21310 Electrical and electronics engineers)View NOC 21310→
- Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers (See 41404 Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers)View NOC 41404→
- Life science professionals (See 2111 Life science professionals)
- Other engineers (See 2139 Other engineers)
- Patent lawyer (See 41101 Lawyers and Quebec notaries)View NOC 41101→
- Physical science professionals (See 2110 Physical science professionals)
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 41400 (Natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants and program officers)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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