Research Scientist - Research Affiliate Program

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CanmetMINING is interested in furthering study on the following topic.

Chromium represents an opportunity for Canada to enter an emerging and globally strategic market. The main application of chromium is in the stainless steel industry, which is vital to modern industry. A Ring of Fire deposit in northern Ontario is the only commercial quantity of chromite in North America and the fourth largest deposit in the world. Slag is a major by-product of ferrochrome production and there are potential opportunities to utilize ferrochrome slag for construction, civil engineering and other purposes. However, this will require a clear assessment of the potential for slag stability and leachability of chromium and other metal(loid)s under various environmental conditions, and if it occurs, designing options to stabilize the slag. Slag will remain a long-term liability unless these issues can be addressed. Working in association with CanmetMINING scientists, an M.Sc project will be undertaken on this topic.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 300 words (maximum) "Candidates should write a one page (maximum) cover letter that outlines their experience and course work related to extractive metallurgy and how their experience could contribute to advancing slag utilization research at CanmetMINING."

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

Confirmed enrollment in an MSc program at the University of British Columbia (preferably in materials engineering).

Degree equivalency

Experience in metallurgical processing.

Knowledge of mining, mineral and metallurgical 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)

Demonstrated experience in processing and mining industry wastes.

Demonstrated ability to work well in a laboratory environment.

Ability to write scientific reports and journal papers.

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Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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