Summer Forage Research Assistant - Research Affiliate Program

Update: AMENDMENT to CLOSING DATE

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Assessment accommodation

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Duties

The successful candidates will assist with on-going forage germplasm evaluations and forage agronomy research. Candidates will be assisting in the execution of experimental protocols requiring: collecting weather data including soil temperature and moisture recorded using soil sensor readers; measuring the crop field dry matter yield; collecting samples for nutritive value determination; evaluating plant developmental stages and other stand characteristics (plant density, height and botanical composition). Duties related to these activities would include planting, harvesting, processing samples, data collection, laboratory analysis, and data entry.

Work environment

The Nappan Research Farm is focused on developing new forage germplasm and utilizing novel technologies to elucidate forage/ruminant interaction at the molecular and metabolic level and their impact on beef production systems. It is the only federal government livestock research farm in the Atlantic Provinces.

Dr. Yousef Papadopoulos (Forage Breeder/Agronomist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Supervisor) is looking for two students and Dr. Kathleen Glover (Agronomist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Supervisor) is looking for one student to assist in the conduct of forage (alfalfa, birdsfoot trefoil and red clover) breeding and agronomy research experiments. These positions will be based at the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada research facility in Nappan, NS

The interested candidate will assist in the conduct of experimentation related to several on-going research field projects.

Positions to be filled: 3

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

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

Currently enrolled in Bachelor of Science degree in a recognized post-secondary academic institution.

Degree equivalency

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

Experience with computer software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Initiative
Teamwork
Problem Solving

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.

Valid Driver’s license
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours.
Ability and willingness to travel.
Ability and willingness to work overtime.
Capable of lifting and carrying materials up to 25 kg.
Willing to work in environmental extremes (temperature, humidity, wind and allergens)

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.