Socio-Economics Research Affiliate - Research Affiliate Program

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Duties

The student will conduct a case study to assess the costs, benefits and drivers for decision making for agricultural practices for water quality improvement. The work will be associated with a new AAFC project in Manitoba entitled the Eastern Prairie Living Lab project. At least one producer site will be selected as a case study over a two year period to quantify the costs and environmental benefits associated with a given agricultural practice, co-developed between AAFC researchers and the producer. The student will work with researchers from Science and Technology Branch and Strategic Policy Branch. An assessment of the drivers for practice adoption will also be conducted and will include at least one indigenous agriculture site. This will involve developing an experimental design, collection of data, and reporting results.

Work environment

The student will work on a case study approach with producers in southern Manitoba to assess the costs and benefits, and drivers for decision making related to agricultural practices for water quality improvement. The position will work in laboratory and field environments. Working outside will involve the deployment and maintenance of instruments and the collection of samples (e.g. water, soil, plant tissue). Lab work will involve sample processing and work on computers organizing and preparing data for graphics and reports.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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 willing to enroll in a Bachelor’s or Master’s or PhD program in a recognize post-secondary academic institution with specialization in: Environmental Science, Environment and Geography.

Degree equivalency

Experience* working in agricultural regions on environmental or socio-economic projects.

*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 environmental impacts of agriculture on water.
Knowledge of beneficial management practices related to water quality.
Knowledge of social drivers for producer decision making.

Concern for safety
Teamwork

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

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 Class 5 Drivers license.

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.