Research Assistant - Research Affiliate Program

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Duties

Water quality sampling and monitoring of physical-chemical properties. Aquatic amphibian monitoring in field conditions late spring early summer.

Work environment

Aquatic toxicology laboratory where water samples will be prepared and analyzed for physical/chemical assessment, A typical wet lab environment. Field work would be conducted on field agricultural drainage ditches, small streams. Some in field water and sediment and vegetation processing would be conducted in the field preparing the samples for laboratory analysis.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Currently enrolled or eligible to enroll in a Master’s program from a recognized post-secondary institution within the National Capital Region with specialization in: Biology.

Degree equivalency

Experience in water quality monitoring, using various probes, sampling and basic analysis.
Experience in wetland plant identification.
Experience working with various project stakeholders.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge in agricultural farming systems, hydrology and ecology.

Teamwork.
Writing Skills
Interactive Communication

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

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Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Driver’s license – G
Work outdoors in all weather for an entire day

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The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

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Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. You must apply on-line through www.jobs.gc.ca.

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.

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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