Research Affiliate - Research Affiliate Program

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Assessment accommodation

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

Duties

The successful candidate will be completing field data processing and analyses of ammonia fluxes collected using a Relaxed Eddy Accumulation REA measuring system, as well as performing any additional lab experiment to evaluate the performance of the (REA) measuring system. This work will also include preparing a scientific manuscript for publication on the topic.

Work environment

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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 PhD program in a recognize post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in: Atmospheric Chemistry, Environmental Sciences or other related program.

Degree equivalency

Experience in researching or providing technical advice in relation to atmospheric chemistry.
Experience with use and maintaining of advanced air monitoring equipment.
Experience in analyzing and interpreting scientific or technical data, including data quality assessment and control.
Experience in in drafting written briefings, presentations or correspondence.

Note: In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of chemistry and atmospheric chemistry processes.
Knowledge in advanced analytical instrumentation.
Knowledge in micrometeorology, specifically in the relaxed eddy accumulation technique.

Analytical thinking
Initiative

Ability to analyze scientific problems and propose effective solutions.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

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

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.

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 designated 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.