RAP related to Microbiology

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CanmetMINING is interested in furthering study on the following topic.

The utilization biomining and understanding of mechanisms is largely still in its infancy. However, understanding of these environments is improving rapidly due largely to recent advancements in molecular biology and potentially offer tremendous opportunities for advancement in bioleaching of mineral ore, environmental remediation and mitigation of acid mine drainage. This project aims to apply recent microbiological insights regarding biomining organisms for the advancement of mineral processing techniques. The oxidation kinetics of stirred-tank biomining operations are notoriously slow, resulting in long reactor residence times. Improving these reaction kinetics could result in significantly reduced residence times, which is a desirable outcome for mining operations. An M.Sc will be undertaken on this topic.

Work environment

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Intent of the process

This graduate student position is from winter 2019 to winter 2021. Bursary – M.Sc. Students receive $17,500 per year, payable in equal installments three times a year.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 1,000 words (maximum) "Candidates should write a two page (maximum) cover letter that outlines their experience and course work related to microbiological research. They should also comment on their knowledge of mining and how they feel molecular biology can be applied to mineral processing."

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

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

Confirmed enrollment in an MSc program (related to microbiology) at the University of Ottawa.

Degree equivalency

Experience in mineral processing.

Knowledge of mining and mineral processing.
Knowledge of biotechnologies for mineral processing.

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

English essential

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

Previous work experience
Demonstrated experience in processing mineral industry wastes.

Demonstrated ability to work well in a laboratory environment
Ability to write scientific reports.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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