MSc Student - Environmental Science - Research Affiliate Program

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Work environment

At Natural Resources Canada, a Federal government job means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. We know it takes people from diverse pools of talent to make this happen. That is why we are looking for people like you. As an employee at Natural Resources Canada you can enjoy diverse employment opportunities, a range of career development programs, and a learning culture that supports you to learn on an ongoing basis. We support balancing your work and private life by offering the benefits of flexible work arrangements.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 500 words (maximum) "A cover letter stating how you meet the requirements outlined in this posting. Not to exceed 500 words."

Contact information for 2 references.

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

Candidates must possess by the start date (May 2019) a BSc in science with specialisations in environmental chemistry, aquatic toxicology, biology, ecology, zoology or geochemistry.

Currently enrolled in or be willing to enrol in the MSc in Applied Science at Saint Mary’s University. For applicants not currently enrolled, acceptance into the programs is subject to approval of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research and the Faculty of Science at Saint Mary’s University. (https://smu.ca/academics/msc-in-applied-science.html)

BSc in science field related to environmental chemistry, environmental science, environmental geology, aquatic toxicology, biology, zoology, ecology or geochemistry.

A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher upon completion of Honours BSc (or equivalent)

Meets the requirements for enrolment in the MSc Applied Sciences program at Saint Mary’s University and is able to be accepted into this program.

Degree equivalency

Candidates must have prior field or laboratory experience in aquatic toxicology, contaminant geochemistry, or other pollution studies; and have completed an undergraduate degree in ecology, chemistry, geology or a related field. Ideally, candidates will be familiar with data management, data analysis and data archiving practices.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Candidates must have prior field or laboratory experience in aquatic toxicology, contaminant geochemistry, or other pollution studies; and have completed an undergraduate degree in ecology, chemistry, geology or a related field. Ideally, candidates will be familiar with data management, data analysis and data archiving practices.

Candidates must be willing to do field work outdoors under various conditions.
Candidates must be willing to do laboratory analyses working with different chemicals using best practices.
Candidates must be willing to work on computers to organize and analyse data generated from field and laboratory work.
Candidates must be willing to undertake and respect safety & workplace health & safety requirements.
Candidates must be willing to conduct a portion of their laboratory work based in Ottawa.
Canadiates must have up to date First aid or be willing to obtain First aid by May 2019
Candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and hold a Honours BSc or equivalent.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - This factor is not used at the screening stage. The hiring department is responsible for the security clearance process.

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

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

A situational exercise may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Candidates from outside the public service may be required to pay for travel and relocation costs associated with this selection process.

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.

Natural Resources Canada is committed to employment equity and building strength through diversity. We welcome applications from qualified people and encourage members of the designated groups (Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities and Women) to apply and to self-identify.

For this selection process, it is our intention to communicate with candidates via email for screening and assessment purposes. This will include communication of screening results and invitations to written tests and interviews. To that end, candidates must include a valid email address in their application. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is also the candidate’s responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our position. For the purpose of this staffing process, only candidates selected for further assessment will be contacted.

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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