Research Assistant - Research Affiliate Program

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Duties

Laboratory activities related to project J-001806

- Collaboration in the development of edible coatings
- Collaboration in the development of encapsulated bioactive molecules
- Rheological analyses of edible coatings
- Physiochemical analyses of edible coatings

Work environment

St-Hyacinthe Research and Development Centre is a food processing research centre that focuses on conducting research and developing methods to preserve food and maintain its quality as well as to process food safely and efficiently. Research is also conducted on food ingredients having health and other benefits beyond basic nutritional values.

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 in food science at McGill University

Degree equivalency

Laboratory experience in food science

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

English or French

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of theories and principles of chemistry, biochemistry OR rheology.

Knowledge of the principles of analytical techniques, including the use of basic laboratory equipment.

Knowledge of the methods required to record, analyze and interpret data using the appropriate software.

Knowledge of laboratory safety practices.

- Interactive communication
- Writing skills
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Analytical thinking
- Initiative

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

Driver’s license or ability and willingness to travel to work

Ability and willingness to move or lift up to 20 kg

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Each student hired through the Research Affiliate Program (RAP) must meet the security requirements of the position as a condition of employment, and therefore will be asked by the hiring organization to complete security-relevant documents.

- Ability and willingness to adhere to laboratory safety standards and procedures.
- Ability and willingness to work with hazardous chemicals and materials.
- Ability and willingness to wear protective clothing and/or equipment.
- Ability and willingness to maintain standing and/or sitting positions for extended periods.
- Ability and willingness to work in cold rooms for limited periods to collect samples.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime.

Other information

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.

Information on employment equity

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

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Candidates will be required to pay for their own travel related to assessment and successful candidates will be responsible for obtaining their own living accommodations.

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.