Economist - Research Affiliate Program

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Why You Are Right For This Job:
• You have studied economics at the master’s level or above (majority of positions available); or environmental studies with a strong economics or environmental policy focus.
• You have an understanding of economic theory and the principles underlying integrated assessment models.
• You have conducted analysis using an integrated assessment model (e.g., GCAM, DICE, MERGE)
• You can demonstrate an interest in environmental or natural resource economics, or environmental policy.
• You are comfortable with inter-disciplinary and interpersonal communication.
• You are able to explain economic and/or environmental concepts to non-experts.
• You have excellent writing skills; you have prepared and have the capacity to present professional documents and presentations.
• You display initiative and sound judgment.
• You are self-motivated and dependable.

Work environment

If you are an energetic individual seeking a challenging and stimulating learning experience, and believe in the importance of sound public policy then the Economic Analysis Directorate within Environment and Climate Change Canada should be your choice for employment. We offer a fast-paced work environment where key environmental policies are put to the test using economic and policy analysis, innovative valuation techniques, and highly sophisticated models that capture the interaction of energy, economy, and the environment. As such, we can provide you with a meaningful opportunity to put into practice what you have learned through your studies.

We are a dynamic group of individuals working in a supportive and interactive workplace. We can offer you the prospect of learning about environmental policy analysis from individuals with years of experience. We are also challenged by some of the most significant policy questions facing government and Canadian society today, including climate change, air pollution, and water quality. In that regard, your commitment to the environment, enthusiasm, knowledge of innovative analytical approaches, new ideas and research skills will be invaluable.

Benefits to joining our team also include the development of important contacts and networks within the Government of Canada and potential offers of employment upon graduation. Your career goals and work objectives are important to us.

Key activities include:
• Participate in the enhancement of the Directorate’s suite of integrated assessment models.
• Prepare written summaries of work undertaken in support of the enhancement of the Directorate’s suite of integrated assessment models.
• Conduct economic analysis on transition to a low-carbon economy.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 3,000 words (maximum) "Please write a 2 page note demonstrating how your knowledge and abilities make you the best qualified candidate for this job opportunity aimed at extending the Directorate’s suite of integrated assessment models and using the modeling suite to explore implications of moving to a low carbon economy."

Contact information for 2 references.

A list of the courses you have taken as well as any courses that you are taking now, or that you will be taking this academic year.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:

Currently enrolled in a Master of Economics program or Doctorate in Economics program at a Canadian university.

Degree equivalency

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English or French

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:

Working knowledge of Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package, XML and GAMS.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Other information

Successful completion of both a RAP work assignment and your educational program may lead to a temporary or permanent federal public service position for which you meet the merit criteria and conditions of employment.

For this selection process, it is our intention to communicate with candidates via email for screening and assessment purposes. This will include communication of screening results and invitations to written tests and interviews. To that end, candidates must include a valid email address in their application. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is also the candidate's responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You will have to provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.