MSc Graduate Student in Plant Physiology - Research Affiliate Program

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Duties

The MSc student will participate in the planning of experiments to answer research hypothesis. S/he will be responsible for executing the study including wide variety of activities (growing canola plants in hydroponic setup, collecting leaf tissue sampling for nutrient analysis and associating the results with growth physiology) along with writing scientific manuscripts. The student will present the findings at a national conference/meeting.

Work environment

The work environment at the University of British Columbia is predominantly research based and graduate student will be taking mandatory courses recommended by the thesis committee. All the greenhouse studies performed in Vancouver. However, field work will be done in Saskatoon and the student will have to travel

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 300 words (maximum) "Please elaborate on your preparation for a post-graduate research project that is focused on understanding the role of tile drains and terraces in controlling subsurface drainage."

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 at the University of British Columbia.

Degree equivalency

Experience growing plants either in greenhouse or outdoors.
Experience in plant science/plant physiology.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of plant physiology.
Knowledge of statistical methods used for plant sciences.
Knowledge on plant nutrient uptake.

Interactive Communication
Initiative
Planning and Organizing

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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

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Information on employment equity

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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.