Research Affiliate Program-Palynology - Research Affiliate Program

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A RAP Bursary is available for a project that will examine the pollen and embryophyte spores as well as algal, fungal, protozoan and microinvertebrate palynomorphs in sediments collected from two lakes in the Western Quebec Seismic Zone, southeastern Ontario-southwestern Quebec, by the Geological Survey of Canada. S/he will assist with the core sampling and subsampling, process samples and make palynological slides, and photograph palynomorphs in the samples to prepare an identification key. Statistically valid counts of pollen and non-pollen palynomorphs will be generated and interpreted in relation to regional pollen stratigraphies to assist in intra- and inter-basin correlation, and in relation to resedimentation, either from climatically- or seismically-triggered mass movements. Ages of regional pollen zone boundaries will assist in determining recurrence rates of mass movement events in this region. S/he will co-author a report on the results of these analyses as well as writing a thesis that will explore the utility of pollen and non-pollen palynomorphs as paleoseismic proxies in eastern North America.

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)

Undergraduate B.Sc. degree in earth sciences
Currently accepted into a graduate program from a recognized post-secondary institution, in Earth Sciences, specializing in the field of palynology.

Degree equivalency

Experience in processing and analyzing Quaternary sediments for palynological analysis.
Experience working with hydrofluoric acid.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Experience with with GIS software, Google Earth, KML/HTML programming, graphic software (Adobe Illustrator), Kingdom Suite (or equivalent) and/or databases is an asset.

Must have a level of fitness suitable for doing physical work out-of-doors.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Ability to work independently.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Organization;
Detail oriented.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Must have completed a Science Safety Training course or equivalent.
Possession of a valid driver’s licence.

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Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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