Student (Masters or Doctorate) - Research Affiliate Program

Update: Please note that the selection process has been amended to extend the closing date to May 8, 2019 - 23:59, Pacific Time.

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Assessment accommodation

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Duties

Duties include performing experiments in the fields of molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, analyzing data and writing reports.

Work environment

This position is for a graduate student in Molecular Biology/Biotechnology. The student will be enrolled in the graduate program of the department of Biology at the University of Western Ontario and will conduct part-time research at the AAFC Research Centre.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

One page essay: How can proteins be engineered to assemble into structures for displaying antigens?

A list of the courses you have taken as well as any courses that you are taking now, or that you will be taking this academic year

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

Currently enrolled/or accepted in a PhD program at the University of Western Ontario with specialization in: biology.

Degree equivalency

Experience with basic molecular biology and biochemistry techniques.
Experience in genetic transformation of plants.
Experience in keeping a lab book with detailed notes.

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 DNA cloning techniques,
Knowledge of RNA purification and analysis,
Knowledge of protein purification and analysis
Knowledge of plant transformation techniques

Interactive Communication
Planning and organizing
Initiative

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.