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The Circular Bioeconomy and Supply Chain Economics unit is part of the Economic Analysis Division (EAD) at the Canadian Forest Service (CFS). Our unit provides economic and policy analysis and advice on bioeconomy and bioenergy developments and opportunities. We collaborate with several other divisions in the CFS, as well as with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) research centers.

We are seeking for a graduate student to contribute to modeling and forest sector analysis. Duties and responsibilities for the position are:
- Conduct a literature review on the life cycle asssessment (LCA) of forest bioenergy systems.
- Model the life cycle of forest bioenergy sytems for the Canadian context, using LCA software, in accordance with relevant standards and the Clean Fuel Standard regulatory framework.
- Identify conditions under which wood-based biofuels provide the most environmental benefits when compared to fossil fuels.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 1,000 words (maximum) "and a Description of your master’s or doctorate research project in 500 words (maximum). A covering letter in 1,000 words (maximum) "VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: Applicants must clearly demonstrate IN THEIR COVER LETTER how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS. Applicants must use the education/experience factors as a header and then write one paragraph for each demonstrating how they meet each of them with concrete examples. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the qualification is met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter. FAILURE TO CLEARLY DEMONSTRATE IN YOUR COVER LETTER HOW YOU MEET THE ESSENTIAL SCREENING CRITERIA (Education and Experience) WILL RESULT IN THE REJECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION. APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE SOLICITED FOR INCOMPLETE OR POSSIBLE MISSING INFORMATION." Your cover letter will be used to assess your ability to communicate effectively in writing."

Contact information for 2 references.

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

Currently enrolled in Master’s or Ph.D. program in Engineering.
Environmental engineering
Life cycle assessment

Degree equivalency

Experience using at least one life cycle assessment (LCA) software (such as SimaPro or OpenLCA).
Experience adapting or developing life cycle inventory (LCI) data.
Experience conducting LCA and interpreting LCA results.

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

English or French

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of life cycle assessment methodology (including ISO standards and international guidelines)

Ability to model product systems in LCA software according to relevant standards and guidelines
Ability to identify and analyze problems and recommend viable solutions
Ability to communicate effectively orally

Analytical skills
Initiative

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

Experience in conducting LCA of wood products and fuels

Knowledge of the environmental aspects of forest industries and energy systems

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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Note: If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your credentials and/or diploma assessed against Canadian education standards. The public service will accept any Foreign Educational Credentials as long as they are deemed comparable to Canadian standards, through a recognize credential assessment service. For more information please click on Degree Equivalency.

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- An interview may be conducted

- A written examination may be administered

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-Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

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-The Assessment Committee reserves the right to contact references other than those provided by the candidates (within the Public Service only), if found necessary, in order to adequately assess the candidates.

-The breadth and depth of experience may be considered when making selections from the qualified pool and in determining the "right fit" for the organization.

- Random selection and/or top-down selection may be used at any time during the process to identify which applicants will be further assessed.

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Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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